Aww Jen, what a thoughtful post. 

There is no doubt that mental health has been the poor relation in the NHS family, and there is a lot of work to be done to improve things. 

Such shocking news - couldn't believe it when first reported

New album - new tour - I thought everything was good

 ... and he has six children too.

Jen your offer says a lot about your concern and generosity  

Jen-Star posted:

I'm so sad.. I've even cried (so not me)  The signs were all there in my humble opinion and i now feel guilty listening to the music knowing the pain behind the voice.  Anyone in need of support, new to these boards (or familiar friends) needing an ear.... Anything at all in those times of crisis, msg me! Post to this thread if you cant pm... Use the @ tag facility, anything xx

If i were to list my top songs Numb would always be right up there, even had the cover versions on repeat. One of my daily ear worms atm from the new album are Halfway right and heavy. Tag me with the @ name function.. I'll try to help, and if i cant i'm sure other members can xx

 

 

 

 

 

Thanx guys, suicide is just so sad and I worry about people who listen to this genre to get them through tough times. I just really hope no one decides to follow in his Footsteps as it were xx

what a lovely post Jen and it's tragic, especially the things he's had to live with all his life. Through no fault of his own he lived with the pain of abuse...just awful 

Yes, I like Numb too Jen. It's awful, this 'condition'  and in a way it's sad that not enough people know about it, as it's been brushed under the carpet for so long 

I'm utterly gutted too Jen, I loved the first 2 albums and cannot tell you how many times I've played them! They're still great music to take on a long road trip. 

I also loved numb & faint. 

Its so sad whats happened, he was lovely. I hope he's now at peace and can let go of the demons that have tormented him  

I just have to add this, because it's a brilliant memory; 

i saw linkin park at Wembley arena after they released reanimation and it was an amazing night! Undoubtedly the best gig I've ever been to and no ones ever come close 2nd (although Buble was very, very good). 

There were people of all ages there, the atmosphere was electric and Chester was incredible live. They opened with papercut and I just lost the plot! I jumped around for the entire gig and left a sweaty melting mess at the end  

I don't know if anyone's heard of them but Shinedown are a band that seem to be in the same genre as Linkin Park. (My opinion) I actually like a lot of stuff I've heard and have yet to listen to a lot more 

Check out 'Second Chance' and give your thoughts on what you think it portrays 

I kinda think I've killed a fred again............

Fredkiller extraordinaire 

No you haven't Sprout, I read your post and went off yo YouTube