Linkin Park headlined the Download Festival, with Emily Armstrong becoming the first female-fronted band to headline the event.

Donington Park, Leicestershire, UK

Who

Linkin Park (Emily Armstrong, Mike Shinoda), Limp Bizkit (Fred Durst, Lauren Sanderson), The Wildhearts (Ginger Wildheart), Babymetal, Guns N' Roses (Slash)

What

When

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:45:41 GMT · 2h 43m ago

Where

Donington Park, Leicestershire, UK ·

Why

Linkin Park headlined Download Festival as part of the event’s lineup.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

The festival showcased a diverse range of rock and metal acts, including a historic female-fronted headliner with Linkin Park, and included mental health support spaces, reflecting evolving industry standards and audience needs.

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BBC
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdr4yx685yjo
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