from LPLive: Here's an exclusive that's sure to blow your minds: A previously unheard, 10 year-old demo CD that includes a never-before-released song and alternate versions of several other demos! Of course, the big gem on this disc is 'She Couldn't.' This song goes against a lot of stereotypes regarding early Hybrid Theory/Linkin Park material. For one, the song clocks in at well over 5 minutes in length, and features an extended instrumental breakdown. It's also one of the softest songs the band has produced, particularly from this era. And as mentioned, this is an extremely rare case of a Linkin Park song sampling music from another artist (which may be part of the reason it was scrapped so early on and none of us had ever heard it until now). Thanks to Astat, Nick (Yes, I mentioned your anonymous ass this time since this is huge), Jonas, and everyone else involved in this awesome release. Thanks for keeping the track on the down low despite all the pressure! Now, maybe we can get a quote from Mike on it…? Check out our FULL post and download the entire CD in both FLAC and mp3 HERE.
Awesome, you guys kept it under wraps pretty well, though Derek did post something that foreshadowed this. Thanks a lot, props to all the LPLive guys that made this happen. And the track itself is awesome, LP could have pursued this side of their music just as well.
Thanks you guys of lplive for uploading this! She Couldn't really sounds awesome, maybe a bit to much repetive to be super-awesome but still a great track!
Dope sh*t, man. What's with the crackling all through "Part Of Me"? And, did these post-EP demos come before or after the other post-EP versions of "Carousel" and "Part Of Me" we knew of?
"Unfortunately, the quality of these songs leaves a bit to be desired, the last 3 tracks in particular are hindered by quite a bit of static, but that's how they are on the disc itself." And the sequence goes HTEP > These demos > the demos we already had.
Love this song. Wonder how if LPLive bought the album from the guy or just pressured him into giving it up for free. edit- lol nevermind
It's pretty cool aye. Yet another side to the band. Lyrics are a little repetitive though lol Thanks heaps to everyone involved