One More Light
by Linkin Park
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5.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 488 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 89 out of 488
  3. Negative: 184 out of 488
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  1. Kostas_Spirou
    Aug 1, 2023
    7
    Genuinely pretty good, every single song is catchy, and I really enjoyed it.
  2. Codeling
    Aug 7, 2021
    7
    It's a good album but it has some songs that are average or below average.
    Best songs: One More Light
    Worst songs: Sorry for Now
  3. shoma-
    Apr 25, 2021
    7
    Простенький лайтовый альбом, "Talking To Myself' "Heavy" - мои фавориты
  4. Martinvj200
    Jan 10, 2021
    9
    Me parece un muy buen disco,el efecto del disco será el mismo que el de A Thousand Suns, pero los críticos atacarán (ya atacaron) al disco por el sonido pop actual,la música de Linkin Park siempre fue una fusión de influencias, si en sus primeros discos parecían más Rage Against the Machine, ahora son más como Depeche Mode.
  5. Oliviero
    Aug 1, 2020
    9
    Raga a me è piaciuto sto album, i linkin park hanno per una volta cambiato genere usando un buon pop ma nonostante a me non piaccia il pop questo mi è piaciuto. Non capisco tutto questo odio
  6. Alyne
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best albums I've ever heard, has a good message, and has helped me a lot… Expand
  7. Kalabala
    Oct 26, 2019
    8
    for his last days this album was just perfect to describe how he felt before Chester takes his own life
  8. BeckettT
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This album is together with Hybrid Theory the best albums of Linkin Park, a pop masterpiece, with beautiful and emotional themes, an extremely underrated album, most of the criticisms come from those old Linkin Park fans who could never evolve with the band and they were stuck in the past with Hybrid Theory and Meteora, part of a band is to evolve and show something new and not stay in theThis album is together with Hybrid Theory the best albums of Linkin Park, a pop masterpiece, with beautiful and emotional themes, an extremely underrated album, most of the criticisms come from those old Linkin Park fans who could never evolve with the band and they were stuck in the past with Hybrid Theory and Meteora, part of a band is to evolve and show something new and not stay in the past, and this album shows that Linkin Park has evolved in an excellent way, if you are a big fan of the Pop music this album is recommended

    Best Themes: Nobody Can Save Me, Battle Symphony, Invisible, Heavy and One More Light    … Expand
  9. GexNic
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    A different sound, but it is great. Linkin Park's seventh studio album manages to be very enjoyable due to its deep and meaningful lyrics and different style. You want rock? Then you have Talking to Myself. You want pop? Then you have Heavy. We have to remember that LP have always said since day one that they do not like staying in one genre, they are constantly changing their sound butA different sound, but it is great. Linkin Park's seventh studio album manages to be very enjoyable due to its deep and meaningful lyrics and different style. You want rock? Then you have Talking to Myself. You want pop? Then you have Heavy. We have to remember that LP have always said since day one that they do not like staying in one genre, they are constantly changing their sound but what really makes Linkin Park, Linkin Park is their lyrics because they always mean something important. Solid album… Expand
  10. uvauvauva
    May 22, 2019
    10
    It is a pop album, and it successfully delivers everything you expect from a pop album. A band should not stick to the genre they started. in the words of Mike Shinoda "You are supposed to change". This is what Linkin Park genuinely was at the time and wanted to release, and I'm here for it.
  11. SKSK
    Jul 22, 2018
    8
    We need to accept it as it is. It's a great pop album with a great melody. It shines in its simplicity.
  12. NoWelLNC
    Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Amazingly.Only people who don't understand music as such say bad things about this album.It's stupid.Thank you,Chester!
  13. MegamanExecute
    Dec 22, 2017
    9
    If you just listen to this album without comparing it to Hybrid Theory or Meteora, it's an amazing album. Not everything has to remain the same. With this album included, if you play all the Linkin Park albums in shuffle, you'll get such a wide variety of music from very soft to very loud and everything in between and each song is amazing.

    Most of the reviews bashing this album are just    If you just listen to this album without comparing it to Hybrid Theory or Meteora, it's an amazing album. Not everything has to remain the same. With this album included, if you play all the Linkin Park albums in shuffle, you'll get such a wide variety of music from very soft to very loud and everything in between and each song is amazing.

    Most of the reviews bashing this album are just complaints that it's not like the earlier albums. That's good because 'One More Light' is not supposed to live up to those. It's supposed to be an emotional album and it does an amazing job at being one. I'm not going to name it but I'm just currently listening to one of the highest rated emotional albums this year as I write this and I can tell you it doesn't hold a candle to 'One More Light'.

    And for people calling them a sellout, I'd suggest watching the "Linkin Park reacts to Teens React to Linkin Park". Besides "Heavy", none of the other songs sound like any other popular songs. People just label them a sellout just because they got a female singer for one song and it just annoys me to no end that people are so quick to judge and dismiss good music just like that without thinking. "Heavy" isn't my favorite track on this album either but stop judging the entire album with such prejudice.

    Give this album a go, I guarantee you'll love it.    … Expand
  14. MrDoge
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    This album isn't pop -- this is an experiment by the band. I enjoy the album, and to those who say this album sucks, then you're not a true LP fan. I've listened to every album and I enjoy them all, no matter how the music sounds. This is a step in the right direction for the band, and even if Chester is gone, this band can still kick ass. I don't think it's good for Linkin Park to makeThis album isn't pop -- this is an experiment by the band. I enjoy the album, and to those who say this album sucks, then you're not a true LP fan. I've listened to every album and I enjoy them all, no matter how the music sounds. This is a step in the right direction for the band, and even if Chester is gone, this band can still kick ass. I don't think it's good for Linkin Park to make new music because of Chester, but I'd love to see something new soon, to see if they can keep making music. R.I.P. Chester Bennington, we as TRUE LP fans miss you; you've helped us get through a lot of crap over the years, and you should be remembered as the best lyricist of all time.… Expand
  15. os390
    Nov 17, 2017
    8
    Its sad that negative commentaries can make someone prejudice against this album. It's not bad!
    There are some interesting lyrics and melodies, but of course if you've stuck in early 2000 (im not blaming anyone but those who rate 0's) you might not like this "pop-trash".
    Personally i loved hybrid theory and meteora when i was teenager. Rebellious, high paced, aggressive, edgy. So perfect    Its sad that negative commentaries can make someone prejudice against this album. It's not bad!
    There are some interesting lyrics and melodies, but of course if you've stuck in early 2000 (im not blaming anyone but those who rate 0's) you might not like this "pop-trash".
    Personally i loved hybrid theory and meteora when i was teenager. Rebellious, high paced, aggressive, edgy. So perfect for that time, so perfect for that age. Now im a grownup and I see world around me more like "One More Light".
    Don't read comments, check it yourself, and please don't rate 0 in case you wouldn't like it.    … Expand
  16. Recon97
    Oct 9, 2017
    7
    People treat this album like a complete trainwreck. I think that's a little unfair. It has nice production, decent vocals, and ok lyrics. The only thing I hated was the fact they got Selena Gomez copy #249 Kiiara to sing on a song!! But still, solid project. 7/10
  17. Migueltorres
    Aug 25, 2017
    9
    Linkin Park go pop and personal on 7th studio album, the second self produced. Higlight are the super emotional title track and the super fun Halfway Right, They proved again that they can do everything.
  18. Carvier
    Aug 19, 2017
    8
    It's a good album at the end for a rock band trying the pop world. People can't expect that they stay the same after years on this industry. If they don't explore new sounds y'all are going to talk sh*t anyways.
  19. Epik_Ninnja
    Aug 13, 2017
    8
    I was very skeptical when this album came out, having heard the pop singles and not even liking Battle Symphony but it turns out that's the only song I don't like on the record. Pop or not, this is good music in my opinion. It offers a lot more soul and better lyrics than the stuff you might see in the top 40 (plus a few tunes are still rock at their core). It's nothing like what they'reI was very skeptical when this album came out, having heard the pop singles and not even liking Battle Symphony but it turns out that's the only song I don't like on the record. Pop or not, this is good music in my opinion. It offers a lot more soul and better lyrics than the stuff you might see in the top 40 (plus a few tunes are still rock at their core). It's nothing like what they're most known for but it's still an example of very good pop music.… Expand
  20. saad_am11
    Jul 27, 2017
    10
    There is no way one can hate this album. The transition they have shown after Hybrid Theory and Meteora is totally amazing and shows that they are getting mature with their ages. When I was a teenager, HT and Meteora totally described by emotions and now I am close to hit my 30s, building up my maturity level then their these lyrics are exactly describing my present emotions. With noThere is no way one can hate this album. The transition they have shown after Hybrid Theory and Meteora is totally amazing and shows that they are getting mature with their ages. When I was a teenager, HT and Meteora totally described by emotions and now I am close to hit my 30s, building up my maturity level then their these lyrics are exactly describing my present emotions. With no offense, those who only want to see LP as Nu Metal/Metal, they were only the fan of their music not the fan of the band. 9/10 ratings from my side.
    Peace!
    #RIPChester    … Expand
  21. bloomwarhol
    Jul 22, 2017
    10
    This is a pretty good album. Not as good as their old albums, but all this hate is nonsense. The album is not horrible. Linkin Park is not a genre of music. RIP Chester
  22. Divioy
    Jun 11, 2017
    10
    Most people see this album as a commercial stunt, that LP is looking to set a new standard which is more widely accepted. I don't see One More Light as a such. The major of LP's previous albums and tracks picture a narrator that is very discontent with their life and their problems. With One More Light, that narrator is now realizing that change is possible and they can make a differenceMost people see this album as a commercial stunt, that LP is looking to set a new standard which is more widely accepted. I don't see One More Light as a such. The major of LP's previous albums and tracks picture a narrator that is very discontent with their life and their problems. With One More Light, that narrator is now realizing that change is possible and they can make a difference in their life. This album sounds different because it comes from a different perspective, yet is still the LP we know and love.… Expand
  23. samwich21
    Jun 9, 2017
    8
    This album isn't as bad as everyone says. Sure, it's not like Linkin Park's other records, but it doesn't need to be. It may not be the best Linkin Park album, but it is a pretty heckin' good pop album. If you aren't a fan, LP already has a huge catalog, so I hope this doesn't muddy your day.
  24. DaveBanbury
    Jun 6, 2017
    8
    Did not like at first. Have now listened a number of times, and, just like any LP album, I love 4 tracks, and the rest are average. This is so different to other LP music, but all bands move on. There will only ever be one Hybrid Theory so we should not expect that to be bettered unless we allow them to change. Who liked A Thousand Suns at first, Many years later, for me The CatalystDid not like at first. Have now listened a number of times, and, just like any LP album, I love 4 tracks, and the rest are average. This is so different to other LP music, but all bands move on. There will only ever be one Hybrid Theory so we should not expect that to be bettered unless we allow them to change. Who liked A Thousand Suns at first, Many years later, for me The Catalyst is possibly the best thing LP ever did. Accept change, move on and enjoy some excellent music.… Expand
  25. longjetty7
    Jun 2, 2017
    8
    Honestly I don't understand all the hate for this album. Granted, this is the first Linkin Park album I listened to so I went into it with no expectations. I've since gone back and listened to their other albums, so I can see how it's quite a shocking change for them, but hey, we had 6 albums of hard rock/nu metal/whatever, so why wouldn't they try something new? They've always writtenHonestly I don't understand all the hate for this album. Granted, this is the first Linkin Park album I listened to so I went into it with no expectations. I've since gone back and listened to their other albums, so I can see how it's quite a shocking change for them, but hey, we had 6 albums of hard rock/nu metal/whatever, so why wouldn't they try something new? They've always written very melodic, catchy songs, but they were always obscured by a rough exterior. With One More Light, they're letting their strong songwriting skills truly shine, and just having fun making a pop record because they can. I can see how this might not be everyone's cup of tea, but as a pop album, this is one of the stronger efforts I've heard in a while.

    Standout tracks: Nobody Can Save Me, Battle Symphony, Sorry for Now    … Expand
  26. riepar
    May 29, 2017
    10
    Its amazing and awesome music changes for Linkin Park Band, Personally, either in these new songs and albums, are indeed very different. I myself even feel like being Linkin Park released an album debut. Very enthusiastic, and so can do which is different from the previous
  27. Rtheom
    May 26, 2017
    7
    This feels like a farewell album from a band that knows they're time is pretty much up; and as a fan since the release of Hybrid Theory, I'm okay with this. I've basically grown up with Linkin Park and both of us have changed a lot in that time. It's actually pretty interesting how their albums basically reflect an individual going from rebellious youth with nothing to lose into aThis feels like a farewell album from a band that knows they're time is pretty much up; and as a fan since the release of Hybrid Theory, I'm okay with this. I've basically grown up with Linkin Park and both of us have changed a lot in that time. It's actually pretty interesting how their albums basically reflect an individual going from rebellious youth with nothing to lose into a bedraggled adult with responsibility.

    Overall, a much better album than the horrible mid-life crisis mess that was Hunting Party, but super low energy compared to just about everything else they've made. I would be okay if they decided to call it quits here.    … Expand
  28. AlexZedKawa
    May 25, 2017
    8
    Nobody Can Save Me - C

    Good Goodbye - A+

    Talking to Myself - A+

    Battle Symphony - B+

    Invisible - B

    Heavy - C-

    Sorry For Now - D

    Halfway Right - D

    One More Light - A

    Sharp Edges - B+

    Overall - B-
  29. rajnaimesh007
    May 25, 2017
    10
    Instead of comparing the album to previous ones, just listen to it at whole new one,
    Yes it, kinda pop but has amazing songs similar to iridescent, roads untraveled.
  30. AbbySkywalker
    May 24, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Creo que es un buen álbum, quizá perdieron el estilo que caracterizaba su sonido, pero a mí me gustó mucho y están en su derecho de cambiar de género las veces que quieran.
    Las letras no son malas, pero me he dado cuenta que muchos fans se van por generalizar que por sonar pop, ya es basura, lo siento pero Linkin Park no tiene la culpa de que todas las canciones que suenan en la radio suenen "igual".
    ¡Felicito a LP por este nuevo álbum!    … Expand
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 7
  3. Negative: 3 out of 7
  1. Sputnikmusic
    May 30, 2017
    74
    One More Light sees the band embracing its melodic core, and offering no apologies as they expound upon it.
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  2. Consequence
    May 22, 2017
    33
    A muddled mess of a record from a band that completely abandoned any sense of identity.
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  3. AllMusic
    May 18, 2017
    50
    The issue isn't that it's a pop effort; indeed, they get points for a brave attempt so outside of their wheelhouse. The problem is that much of One More Light is devoid of that visceral charge that previously defined much of their catalog. It's a provocative challenge that ultimately fails to satisfy.
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