Not really, dude... It's almost like the fans expect them to be some super-awesome lyric writers of epic levels and always are disappointed by what they don't get. I've always said that this band excels at making complex things using not-so-complex methods. The lyrics have not been revealed yet and they are already getting harped on for not being some exuberant caliber be all-end all of lyric writing. I'm looking forward to what is written, but more so how it is written into the songs. I'm a firm believer that if you go into an experience with an already pre-judged notion that it will suck, odds are, you're not going to have a good time.
Hmm...great question. Tone wise, in terms of key probably closest to Iridescent/Burning in The Skies but not as 'breathy'. Those two really from what I remember. He has some obvious backing vocals on some tracks, but those two were the most obvious. Only guitar from what I was able to hear.
Hahahaha Sad this is what will probably end up happening. Good news is that the album can't be worse than Living Things, so it has that going for it.
Is there any guitar in Until It's Gone? Your description of it makes me think of Powerless. Is it similar to any of those softer ballads like Powerless or Iridescent?
I don't know what to expect really, but I'm excited as fuck for it. Hopefully the guitar isn't as loud and annoying as I'LL BE GONE. Edit: I posted this on the Linkin Park subreddit, I hope you don't mind.
i like the descriptions for Until It's Gone and Wastelands, I'm pumped for those musically, this album is gonna rock but lyrically, feels generic unless they can prove me wrong big time. i need to hear it for myself. overall, theres just so much to look forward to XD
Derek, could you if let us know out of the 6 songs you listened to how many besides "Keys To The Kingdom" involved Chester screaming?