Mike Shinoda (full name: Michael Kenji Shinoda, Japanese: 篠田賢治, born February 11th, 1977) is an American musician, record producer, and artist.
He is best known as the rapper, songwriter, keyboardist, vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the rock band Linkin Park, and as a solo rapper in his side-project, Fort Minor. He also provides artwork, production, and mixing for both groups.
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