Machine Gun Kelly’s emotional message to fans as he pays tribute to Linkin Park’s late singer Chester Bennington
MACHINE Gun Kelly offered an inspiring message to fans while paying tribute to Linkin Park's late singer Chester Bennington.
During an incredible showcase at Wembley's OVO Arena in London on Saturday night, the Cleveland rapper took a moment to open up about the loss of his friend.
The 32-year-old effortlessly impressed attendees, jumping from track to track along with those who knew every word - but dialed the tone down as he remembered the last time he saw Chester.
In Linkin Park's 11th year together, during which the band amassed worldwide fame and multiple hit records, Chester died aged 41 in July 2017.
MGK looked up to Chester as an artist but through his own success, he had grown to consider the front man a close pal.
He said: "We had a tour that we were about to start and three days before we started that tour, Chester passed away.
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"The last time I saw him was here in Europe so I encourage you, because life is short, to go and live this life, I know it's hard, but nights like tonight make life worth it.
"I hope when you leave here, you find more nights like this and to live this short life. I love you very much."
As he performed his track Glasshouse, the audience held up their phone torches, creating a sea of lights.
Throughout the performance, MGK's crowd couldn't get enough of the musician's energy and enthusiasm.
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The performance featured pyrotechnics - giving those who scare easy a reason to jump - with flames bursting 10ft high, huge inflatables and synchronised lighting.
But it was the little things that made the night unforgettable.
MGK delivered record-perfect vocals and never dropped a catch after flipping his microphone into the air.
He was joined on stage during his 28-song set by British punk-rocker Yung Blood and grime MC Skepta who each further hyped up the crowd.
But the stage's main stars weren't the only one giving fans something to remember - his live band showed off their own remarkable talent too.
London-born guitarist Sophie Lloyd was a stand out with her impeccable riffs leaving fans in awe.
Drummer Rook proved his flair for timing and spinning sticks with two incredible solos during the show.
Steve Basil, Brandon 'Slimxx' Allen and Justin Lyons all shined in their own moments of glory.
Just five years ago, MGK played London's Brixton Academy with a capacity of 5,000. Last night's venue was stepped up to 12,500.
In a nod to his obvious determination - MGK signalled he's not done yet, telling the crowd "this is just the beginning".
To the uproar of cheers and encouragement, he said the next time he comes back to London, he has his sights set on Wembley Stadium.
MGK emerged on the music scene with his 2010 mixtape '100 Words and Running' offering a starting place for his followers.
His fiancée Megan Fox was at the show with the singer calling out "beautiful" off the stage where Megan was watching away from the prying eyes of fans.
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Just two days ago, the American music star was hard to miss in a fluffy pink hat as he walked with with his daughter Casie, 13, in Milan.
The youngster wore the same hat as a her father but in black, and her long braids fell to her waist from underneath it.
