Part 2 of the LPU Rob chat
LPHybrid says to (14:28):
J and K please . thank you ghi {smile_smiley}
kaoticdrumpit says to (14:28):
Rob,
First of all I want to say thank you for taking the time to stop by and answer questions from the fans. Stylistically you transitioned from Hybrid Theory to Meteora. Personally how do you feel your drumming has changed since then and while you’re work
katavalanche says to (14:29):
Hey Rob, I want to ask if there’re going to be any collaborations with other artists on the next Linkin Park record
rbourdon says to (14:29):
We attempted to go into the studio for a day and the song turned out a disaster. Right now we're focusing on our new album, but later on we'll focus on re-writing that.
Jaurequi says to (14:29):
Do you guys have a name for the next album?
rbourdon says to (14:31):
Probably not- we don't like to do collaborations on our studio albums, and that's why we like to do side projects such as Collision Course and Reanimation so we can work with our favorite artists.
rbourdon says to (14:31):
Our studio albums are like our children, we like to work on them just with the 6 of us.
kaljamal says to (14:31):
hey rob.thanks that u r here with us.I was wandering if the new lp album will have the same ideas as meteora or hyprid theory or will it be different.Will it sound more rock than hiphop or balanced.
Kodachi148 says to (14:31):
Rob, besides drums and piano, what other instrument can you play?
JonandBT says to (14:32):
We are on moderated chat. Your messages aren't being passed through yet. Please get your questions ready. do not submit your questions until the first letter of your username letter is said. e.g. J for JonandBT
rbourdon says to (14:33):
Between HT and Meteora, I had a lot of time on the road performing and playing drums every day, which made me a better drummer. So when I approached Meteora, I was able to create new things that I couldn't do earlier.
rbourdon says to (14:33):
I think it would be a natural progression musically for all of us, having a couple more years of performing and working together, and I think that listening to other drummers has influenced my style.
rbourdon says to (14:34):
No we don't have a name for the next album yet.
rbourdon says to (14:35):
I think that the sound of Linkin Park is definitely evolving to new grounds and we're all very excited about it. It will still sound like it's us, but different enough to be exciting and fresh.
rbourdon says to (14:35):
We've been trying to break out of the box and try new things, and keep the writing and performing process exciting for us, and also new and exciting for our fans.
LPHybrid says to (14:36):
L, please submit your questions
linkinparksgirl4ever666 says to (14:36):
Out of all the people who loved and hated the past records, do you think you'll keep the old fans but gain newer ones with the new record and different sound? If so, do you think they'll continue to stick with the band through many more albums? Thanks. :-
rbourdon says to (14:36):
Other than drums and piano, I've been working on Pro-tools a lot on this past album I've learned a lot about programming drums and using a lot of other synthetic sounds. I think of Pro-Tools as it's own instrument because of the flexibility
rbourdon says to (14:36):
of new sounds
rbourdon says to (14:37):
to create new sounds, and come up with ideas that someone couldn't specifically play.
lavenderblue2303 says to (14:37):
hi rob! do you guys feel pressure for this album from outside sources to create a certain sound, and how do you feel this postively/negativly affects the writing process? completely glad you guys are making music again-selena {smile_smiley,flower_smiley}
rbourdon says to (14:38):
I thin our fans will definitely love the new album. Our main focus has always been on writing new songs that are timeless, and I think that's what ultimately attracts people to Linkin Park and our band.
LinkinParkArmy43 says to (14:39):
Hay rob, i am just wondering, are any of the new songs/demos that you have come up with are as emotional as some of the older Linkin Park tracks? or have you gone for a completely diffrent idea from what we have heard from you before? Thankyou
rbourdon says to (14:40):
There's definitely always been pressure on us to create great music, but we've always focused on making music that we love and we think is great, and trying not to pay attention to that pressure. That has always seemed to work for us.
Liaison says to (14:41):
Greetings Rob! In what way is the new album material challenging you specifically as a drummer? Are you trying anything really out of the box? Drumming with spaghetti? Hehe. Thanks for taking the time out for us!
rbourdon says to (14:41):
I think that there is more emotion in some of the new material than ever before. But maybe I just think that because it's fresh and new.
LPHybrid says to (14:41):
M, please submit your questions {smile_smiley}
mephisto1990 says to (14:42):
Hi Rob! You said that you are experimenting with a lot of new things for the new record, so will you maybe use a double bass drum on the new record? thanks for chatting with the lpu! {smile_smiley}
rbourdon says to (14:42):
Yes the new material is definitely challenging me to think outside the box. There are a lot of new and unique sounds that are motivating me to come up with a new approach to the way I play drums.
metallikorn90 says to marc1987 (14:42):
Hi rob.. I hope u guys are doing great!.. guess the album is going to be awsome if I hear u guys.. my Q: what is the best thing happened while making this new album till now?.. good luck with new album and make sure it will be great =) –rob (netherlands) {whistle_smiley}
JonandBT says to (14:42):
Letter M only please.
rbourdon says to (14:42):
I haven't tried drumming with spaghetti but that's a good idea.
rbourdon says to (14:43):
I wonder if I should cook the spaghetti or play with it raw.
JonandBT says to (14:43):
prefer the raw sound
LPHybrid says to (14:43):
cooking it would be hard...cause it wouldnt really be able to hit the drum head well...
LPHybrid says to (14:43):
and it might leave some slimy stuff on the kit
JonandBT says to (14:43):
unless you left it in the pots and pans
rbourdon says to (14:44):
I haven't played a double bass drum in about 10 years, so it would be very different for me to bring that back. But anything is possible.
MSLuvr says to (14:44):
Hey Rob, great to hear that you guyz are working on the next album and so anxious to hear what you guyz come out with. Well my question is how do you feel about co-headlining summer sonic in Tokyo and Osaka with Metallica??
rbourdon says to (14:45):
There are a couple songs that I personally love, which I think are two of the best things that have happened in the studio.
JonandBT says to (14:46):
no tour questions
rbourdon says to (14:48):
We are very very excited to headline Summer Sonic in Tokyo and Osaka with Metallica. We had a great experience touring a couple summers ago with them and I look forward to kicking off our touring cycle in Japan.
LPHybrid says to (14:48):
NOP questions please {laugh_smiley}
nkramar says to (14:49):
Rob - We know some Meteora remixes exist (the ones that were supposed to go with Frat Party 2), any chance of still hearing them?
rbourdon says to (14:49):
There are Meteora remixes?
LPHybrid says to (14:49):
hahahahahahhaa
JonandBT says to (14:49):
joe and mike said so
LPHybrid says to (14:49):
N, o, p please ....
nazzy says to abxvye7 (14:49):
hey rob, thanks for coming to chat with us! about how long have you guys been in the studio, and do you know when the first single will be out? thanks!
nkramar says to (14:49):
Thanks Simon.... {tongue_smiley}
OneWay says to JonandBT (14:50):
what is your favorite/least favorite things about touring? Is there anyhing you usually take with you to make you feel more at home? Thanks for all the great music!
rbourdon says to (14:50):
Oh yeah those. Those will make their way to the surface sometime, I don't know when.
Energy says to (14:50):
a pleasure
PointsOfAthrty says to (14:51):
Hi Rob, are you guys filming a dvd of the in studio experience for this album, those always come out really funny {smile_smiley}
rbourdon says to (14:51):
We've been in the studio writing for about 3 months. We are about to start the pre-production and recording process very soon and hope to have a single and album out by the end of 2006.
rbourdon says to (14:52):
We haven't been filming yet, but we will start when we go into the studio. And Mark Fiore is still going to be working with us. He actually put together the Militia video series for those of you in the Fort Minor Fan Club.
