Rock band Linkin Park is set to headline the 2025 UEFA Champions League Kick Off Show, which will take place before the final match. The highly anticipated final will feature Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan competing for the title at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
The performance marks a significant moment for Linkin Park as they return to the music scene, following the release of their new album, `From Zero.` This is their first new material in seven years. As part of their performance, the band will debut a new remix specifically for the event. Pre-match entertainment has become a prominent feature of the Champions League final in recent years, with artists like Lenny Kravitz headlining the show in 2024.
The band expressed their excitement about the upcoming show. “With our new album and ongoing tour, we`ve been overwhelmed by the fans` energy and excitement,” they stated. “We can`t wait to share that same energy and excitement at the UEFA Champions League Final Kick Off Show presented by Pepsi.” They added that this will be a “totally new experience” for them, and they are eager to perform a selection of their favorite songs, both classic hits and new tracks, for the thousands of fans in the stadium and the millions watching around the world.
Linkin Park holds a unique position in the music industry, being the only rock band to achieve over two billion yearly streams. Their performance at the final will celebrate their extensive career while also showcasing their future direction. The Kick Off Show will be available to watch on Paramount+ as part of the extensive pre-match coverage leading up to the Champions League final.
About the Lead Singer
The current lead singer for Linkin Park is Emily Armstrong, a 39-year-old artist from Los Angeles. She officially joined the band on September 5, 2024. Armstrong took over the role previously held by Chester Bennington, who tragically passed away in 2017 at the age of 41. Bennington, a native of Phoenix, joined Linkin Park in 1999 and played a key role in their rapid ascent to fame with hit songs such as `In the End` and `Crawling.` Emily Armstrong has a history of recording and performing with other notable musicians, including The Offspring and Beck.
Benedict Kingsley