BTS as Linkin Park
Linkin Park as BTS
[= a chaotic thread dedicated to legends]
@BTS_twt @linkinpark

note: please be kind, this is an appreciation thread for two groups of passionate artists who are known for their healing messages, authentic lyrics, an exhilarating mix of rap and vocals, incredible live performances, and strong bond with their fans <3

debut days. LP released their first studio album “Hybrid Theory” in 2000, BTS released their first studio album “Dark & Wild” in 2014

creating music. Mike and SUGA - representatives of what talented and hardworking musicians all members of both groups are. writing lyrics, producing songs, playing instruments, giving their all with every live performance

directing your own MV. Joe directed countless LP MVs, Jungkook had his MV directing debut with “Life Goes On”. fun fact: Joe directed the MV for “Waste It On Me” by Steve Aoki feat. BTS

naming your fandom. BTS army and LP soldiers. coincidence? I think fate

LPTV (2003 - 2015) and BangtanTV (2012 – today). sharing your work life in the studio, on tour and more with your fans

banner projects. when your fans love you so much they want to give back. LP soldiers prepared banners referencing the song “Wisdom, Justice, and Love” and for every BTS concert it’s tradition that BTS armys prepare banners with a meaningful message to the band

light projects. when your fans upgrade the concert experience. LP soldiers coordinated mobile phone screens in different colors and BTS army color-coordinated their light sticks (this was back when they only came with white lighting) creating the very first “purple ocean”

(sold out) stadium concerts in countries that “don’t speak your language”. photos from the LP stadium tour in China and BTS concerts at MetLife and Wembley

charity. LP founded “Music for Relief” in 2005 to aid communities affected by natural disasters, joining forces with Entertainment Industry Foundation. BTS partnered with UNICEF since 2017 for the “Love Myself” and #ENDviolence campaigns against violence toward children and teens

impact. LP accepting the Global Leadership Award at the UN Foundation, BTS speaking at the UN General Assembly for the launch of the “Generation Unlimited” partnership

2017 American Music Awards. both LP and BTS on the same red carpet, LP winning fave Artist Alternative Rock and BTS making their US television debut on stage with “DNA”

Scammys. so far LP was nominated 6 times and won 2 awards. BTS so far 1 nomination and wins- *loading*

fun times during carpool karaoke. Mike, Joe and Chester with Ken Jeong in 2017 and BTS with James Corden in 2020 (this is an emotional one, my dms are always open <3)

Steve Aoki ( @steveaoki). LP collabed with Steve on “A Light That Never Comes” and BTS worked with Steve for “Mic Drop”, “The Truth Untold” and “Waste It On Me” (Joe from LP directed the MV!)

some motor action. LP worked with Mercedes while BTS worked with Hyundai and as global ambassadors of Formula E, a championship that only uses electric cars

artists. Mike and Jungkook

body art. Jungkook and Chester

some drums. Rob and Jungkook

funsters in their natural habitat. Chester and V

blueberries. Mike and V

strawberries. V and Mike

puppy love. Dave and V (guys idk why Tae and JK fit so many of these, this was not intentional pls don’t cancel me okay)

zombie time. SUGA and LP

some meme material. Jungkook and Brad

overflowing talent. Dave and Jin

pika pika. Jin and Chester

so squishy

the desert at sunset

the magic school bus. omen of an iconic career

shopping carts. just cool people things

it’s the angle

same same but different

group hugs. cause they’re family

thanks to my heroes @linkinpark and @BTS_twt for being my lifeline <3 I will keep adding to this thread - if anyone has more ideas let me know and I’ll add them with credit :]

love and care. bennoda and vhope [suggested by @minasfirstlove]

safe space. Chester and Jimin

heartfelt collabs. Kiiara ( @KIIARA) featured on "Heavy", Halsey ( @halsey) featured on "Boy With Luv" while also having SUGA feature on her album "Manic" ("SUGA's Interlude")