Sum 41 singer Deryck Whibley has clarified that he is not joining Linkin Park, following speculation that he would be replacing the band’s late frontman Chester Bennington.

Whibley Denies Linkin Park Rumors

Whibley, who has been open about his health issues and addiction struggles in the past, took to Instagram to address the rumors. “I’ve been getting a lot of messages asking if I’m joining Linkin Park,” he wrote. “I’m here to tell you that it’s not true. I’m not joining Linkin Park. I’m not sure where this rumor came from, but I’m actually in the middle of writing a new Sum 41 album, not joining another band. I’m excited for the future and I can’t wait to share the new music with you. Thanks for sticking with me over the years. Let’s do this!”

Linkin Park‘s Future Plans

Linkin Park has been on hiatus since the death of Bennington in July 2017. The band has not announced any official plans for a new lead singer or album, although they have hinted at working on new music in the future. In a statement following Bennington’s death, the band said, “We’re trying to cope with the loss of our dear brother, as well as the well-being of our own hearts. As we move forward to the process of grieving with the talents that we have accustomed our fans, we ask that you respect our professional accommodations as well.”

Sum 41‘s New Album

Whibley’s announcement of a new Sum 41 album comes as a surprise to fans, as the band’s last album, “13 Voices,” was released in 2016. Sum 41 has been on tour in support of the album, but Whibley has been open about his health issues and addiction struggles, which have affected the band’s touring schedule. In 2014, Whibley was hospitalized for a month due to liver and kidney failure, and he has since been open about his recovery process.

Conclusion

While Whibley is not joining Linkin Park, fans can look forward to new music from Sum 41 in the future. As for Linkin Park, the band’s future plans remain uncertain, although they have hinted at working on new music. Stay tuned for more updates on both bands! Read the full article here.