Either way, the band kept the crowd into the set, focusing heavily on their newer material, including tracks like “Feathers” and “Mother Superior.” Drummer Chris Pennie (ex-Dillinger Escape Plan) provide the stellar drumming work. But the band did not leave the rock radio hits unnoticed. An early hit “A Favor House Atlantic” and “The Suffering” kept the casual fans going. But the Slayer-esque opening riff of “Welcome Home” would lead the band into their final song of the set.

With the response the band received, you could tell the Coheed had succeeded in moving into an arena and doing it justice.

Linkin Park did a fine job in their 95-minute set, which focused on their Minutes to Midnight record while mixing in hits from their previous records. Starting with the key cut from Midnight, “Given Up,” the collective in LP kept the energy going throughout most of the set. The only time where the set dragged is when they would delve into the newer material, unfamiliar to the casual LP fans. This reviewer is sorry, but current hit “Shadow Of the Day” isn't on par with some of the band’s best work and sounds a bit like they called Bono for song structure tips. The crowd did far better with earlier cuts like “Faint” and “One Step Closer.” It's interesting to see Linkin Park's new stage setup and pace of the live show, which has evolved along with their sound. Even if you don't like the more mellow style that the band seems to be heading in, Linkin Park is this age bracket's closest thing to a safe bet for the future of arena rock.