Michael Kenji Shinoda is an American musician, rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, and graphic designer. He co-founded Linkin Park in 1996 and is the band's lead vocalist, as well as rhythm guitarist, keyboardist, primary songwriter and producer. Shinoda later created a hip-hop-driven side project, Fort Minor, in 2004. He has also served as a producer for tracks and albums by Lupe Fiasco, Styles of Beyond and the X-Ecutioners.
Member of: Linkin Park
Instruments: Bass Guitar • Organ • Guitar • Piano • Sampler • Synthesizer • Drum Kit • Voice
Genres: Alternative Rock • Rap Rock • Nu Metal • Hip Hop Music • Electronic Rock • Alternative Metal
Occupations: record producer, guitarist, singer, pianist, graphic designer, musician, singer-songwriter, composer, painter, rapper, recording artist