Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Interview with Rob McDermott, manager behind Linkin Park ‘Hybrid Theory’ era

Sometimes at Download we get to meet people that had a hand in shaping our musical tastes and future careers in the industry because of that ‘one record’!

We caught up with legendary artist manager Rob McDermott, the manager behind Linkin Parks Hybrid Theory.

Rob talks to us about how he started in the industry working on Static X and Pantera through a record label. He also gives advice on how to ‘make it’ as a music manager and gives tips for artist managers of all levels.

Natalie Conway
Natalie Conway
Absolute Rock demon hiding under the guise of respectable Mummy / PR. When I'm not playing air guitar whilst cleaning with my two toddlers, I tend to be working in Rock / Metal PR. I've recently discovered the love of interviewing and it's something I'm determined to get better at!

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