Linkin Park's music has been categorized as alternative rock, nu metal, hard rock, rap rock, rap metal, pop, pop rock, and electropop
. Their earlier music spanned a fusion of heavy metal and hip hop, while their later music features more electronica and pop elements
. They started as nu metal but went more experimental/alternative as time went on
. Hybrid Theory and Meteora are considered nu metal, while Minutes to Midnight to Living Things are alternative rock. The Hunting Party is alternative metal, and One More Light is pop
. In summary, it is difficult to categorize Linkin Park into one genre as they have experimented with various styles throughout their career.
