It’s hard to believe the man behind much of Linkin Park’s moody metal called such a sunny Mediterranean-style abode home.

Band co-founder Mike Shinoda is now ready to sell his gorgeous Beverly Hills, CA, villa for a rock-solid $9.5 million. The 7,700-square-foot home has had an impressive number of celebrities as owners.

 

Front entry with wrought-iron gate

 

Living room with high ceiling and crown molding

 

Dining room with gold brocade wallpaper

 

 

Kitchen with farmhouse sink and island

 

Terra-cotta roof tiles and stucco exterior

 

The mansion takes its architectural cues from Southern Europe with terra-cotta roof tiles and stucco exterior. There are plenty of alfresco dining areas, a koi pond, sprawling garden, pool, and spa. You enter the seven-bedroom, eight-bath home through a rotunda foyer with a double-height ceiling and a curved stone staircase with wrought-iron railing.

The living room features brown-painted walls, large French windows, and a stone fireplace. Not to be outdone, the dining room is lined with gold brocade wallpaper. The kitchen has an impressive checklist of modern conveniences paired with timeless elegance such as a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, and marble countertops.

The spacious master suite is complete with a private terrace and sitting area with fireplace.

Shinoda recently purchased an $8 million modern farmhouse near Encino last fall and maintains a residence in Sherman Oaks.

Shinoda is best known for being Linkin Park’s rhythm guitarist, songwriter, keyboardist, and co-vocalist. He’s also the frontman in his hip-hop-driven side project, Fort Minor. Also an accomplished artist and designer, Shinoda created much of the artwork for Linkin Park’s album covers and merchandise.