On August 14, 2025, Linkin Park lit up Little Caesars Arena in Detroit with a high-energy stop on their From Zero World Tour, in support of their new album From Zero. The show marked a triumphant return to the Motor City for the band, nearly a decade after their last major tour. Fans packed the arena to witness a revitalized lineup, with Emily Armstrong taking on lead vocals alongside long-standing members Mike Shinoda, Dave “Phoenix” Farrell, and Joe Hahn, joined by drummer Colin Brittain and touring guitarist Alex Feder. Opening act Pvris set the tone with an electric set that primed the crowd for the night ahead.
The concert’s setlist blended the future and the past, balancing fresh tracks like “The Emptiness Machine”, “Heavy Is the Crown”, and “Overflow” with career-defining anthems such as “Numb”, “In the End”, and “Bleed It Out”. In one of the night’s standout moments, the band introduced “Overflow” with a playful nod to Detroit legend Eminem, weaving a few bars of “Lose Yourself” into the intro. The seamless mix of new material and nostalgic hits kept both veteran fans and newcomers fully engaged from start to finish.
Emily Armstrong’s commanding stage presence drew praise from the crowd, her vocals bringing a fresh dimension to the band’s catalogue while honoring the emotional weight of their classics. Mike Shinoda, as always, proved to be the connective force, trading verses, rapping with precision, and energizing the audience with his signature charisma. The band’s visuals amplified the music—massive LED screens, intricate lighting, and bursts of pyrotechnics turned the performance into a full-scale sensory experience.
For many fans, the Detroit show wasn’t just a concert—it was a milestone in Linkin Park’s evolution. The From Zero World Tour has already been hailed as one of the year’s most anticipated rock events, and this stop proved why. In the heart of one of America’s great music cities, Linkin Park delivered a powerful statement: they are not only honoring their legacy but also fearlessly forging a new chapter. Detroit left the arena buzzing, knowing they had just witnessed a band reborn.
Watch the “Overflow” performance with “Lose Yourself” intro below:
