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  • One Step Closer

  • From Xero to #1: Becoming Linkin Park
  • By: Jeff Blue
  • Narrated by: Jeff Blue
  • Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (5 ratings)

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One Step Closer

By: Jeff Blue
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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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OMG it was amazing!!!!

Jeff Blue, thank you - what a great book. I would love to hear about your world.

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Behind the scenes on the struggle and success

Jeff’s recount gave me as an avid fan of Linkin Park new perspectives of the struggles and development of the group, as well as a trip down memory lane.

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