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One Step Closer

From Xero to #1: Becoming Linkin Park

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One Step Closer

By: Jeff Blue
Narrated by: Jeff Blue
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About this listen

The dramatic story of the unlikely partnership that led to Hybrid Theory, the biggest-selling debut album of the 21st century.

From the unique perspective of the executive who discovered them, One Step Closer reveals how Brad Delson's college internship was a catalyst for a group of young musical visionaries, led by Mike Shinoda, which gave rise to a band that survived countless rejections, exceeded everyone's expectations but their own, and became the voice of a generation.

This against-all-odds story chronicles the early days of Linkin Park, from their first demo and Whisky a Go Go performance as Xero, through their tireless efforts to perfect their iconic sound and the discovery of Chester Bennington. Jeff Blue was there when no one else believed - first as their publisher, then as their A-and-R guy. This is his memoir of that incredible journey.

Riveting and inspiring, One Step Closer is a testament to perseverance, as well as a detailed behind-the-scenes account of the building of a dream and what it takes to make it.

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This needs to be the next bohemian rhapsody! Great read to get you inspired! Brilliant work.

Somebody make this into a film

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An insightful and inspiring listen - thank you for creating this Jeff and for your belief in the band!

Unique insight into Linkin Park

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An insightful and moving read. Highly recommended. A fascinating peek into the evolution of Linkin Park from Jeff's valuable perspective.

Insightful read

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Good book,would recommend
Only critique would be it took far to long to get to the gist of the story.

One step closer

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Insightful, I enjoyed the background information on the industry. Love LP & other bands mentioned so learned things I wasn’t aware of. Still wish I could change the ending though !

Better than I thought it would be

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