Mike Shinoda

An American musician, singer, rapper, composer, and record producer by the name of Michael Kenji Shinoda. He was the group's backup singer while lead vocalist Chester Bennington served as the group's rhythm guitarist, keyboardist, primary songwriter, and producer. He co-founded the rock band Linkin Park in 1996. In 2004, Shinoda started the hip-hop-focused side project Fort Minor. He has also... read full bio