They are THE most underrated hard rock band in the past 20 years. They don't have a bad song. Every song is thought provoking and full of meaning. More and more Alter Bridge!!!
Mark Tremonti (lead guitarist) also has quite the set of pipes on him, but gladly takes a back seat to Myles. These two can be considered the dynamic duo with their vocal and guitar capabilities!
I was at that show. Was supposed to go with the drummer from my band af the time. But he couldnt go cause of the cancer which was discovered a few months before. I went with his brother. He died shortly after. This song still to this day hits hard. Especially this live version cause I know I was in that crowd crying my eyes out.
Quite simply, THE best song EVER recorded. Saw them play this live and I cried. Just such beautiful lyrics mixed with the most rediculous guitar, drums and harmony. BREATHTAKING.
"At the risk of sounding judgmental, I think I've figured out who the weak link in Creed was." I laughed so hard I started coughing. My wife came in from the other room to make sure I was going to live.
Just heard this today 2/29/24. WOW !! An exception song and performance. I like Tremonti as a guitarist but had no idea that a song this powerful from Alter Bridge. Magnificent!!!
Myles had said in numerous interviews that he has always been more comfortable as a guitar player than a singer as you can see some of his guitar skills in this video. He kinda just became the singer out of necessity. You should check out what he does with Slash. Look for "Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators".
Finally AB came into The Daily Doug!!! One of the most incredibile bands. One of the greatest voices and sensibilities. One of the most engaging reactions!
I just discovered this song and I've been listening to it on loop for 2 days now. Didn't know Doug had a reaction to it. Such an amazing song. Ineffable!
In Loving Memory (Kerrang! Studio version) and Watch Over You (Myles Kennedy Billboard Studios) are two acoustic performances that really showcase Myle’s vocal abilities and are just absolutely beautiful versions. Definitely worth reacting to.
Thanks Doug for getting to this one and doing the Amsterdam version. Mark Morris, whom the song was written for, sold Myles Kennedy his first guitar. I consider this Alter Bridge's epic song. As some in the comments have stated the next one to do is "Words Darker Than Their Wings Live at Royal Albert Hall" There are others, but I go there next. Mark Tremonti, the lead guitarist, also has a band and I would strongly recommend doing the studio version of Marching in Time. A very uplifting song. Like you said, for all that have lost someone close, this song goes out to you.
YESSS, this is one of my favourite songs EVER. I am so hyped you did a reaction to them!!! I took a different meaning to the song but it really helped me get over a breakup sometime ago.. it was my most played song on spotify last year.
Years after finding them out, this song still gives me chills. Lately their songs haven’t had that much power on me, but I’m sure they still have such a power to perform this live.
I told you you'd like Alter Bridge! Keep digging into their catalogue...the music and lyrics are deep and meaningful on many levels. Their acoustic versions are great too.
Great song. Miles could make singing the phone book sound awesome. Dudes got pipes. Anything by Alter Bridge is great. Can’t wait for you to listen to Fates Warning do Still Remains live n Athens or The Ivory Gate of Dreams. 😉
I do appreciate how you just listen and pay attention to every part of the song and even the lyrics. Some that react to music don't get the meaning or the feeling behind it. Thank you sir.
We watched him 5 years ago in Spokane with our friends. Our friend since passed of brain cancer so your words at the end hit hard today. Miles dad spoke at my friend’s celebration of life as they were good friends. Miles voice is amazing and I’m happy to hear he has another fan.
I’ve seen this song live several times with my BFF Carol, and I felt like I had witnessed perfection. The beauty & power of this song is stunning when you’re right on the rail staring up at them! It’s like you’re transported to a place you’ve never been but it feels perfect when you’re there.
I had the distinct honour of being there and the Royal Albert hall show's. For 12 years I went to go see them every time there toured in the UK or western Europe. Back in my younger, single days.
Man, seeing someone hear this song for the first time is an absolute treat. Seeing someone really GET IT and FEEL IT is something else, though (as if it's possible not to feel this in your gut). Glad you loved this, Doug! Subscribing.
Scott Stapp is an amazing singer, writer, and composer. I wouldn't call him the weak link of Creed. Just different than Myles. I love it all Creed, Alter Bridge, Myles solo stuff, and Marks solo work with Tremonti. It's all good stuff and very different from each other.
One of my favorite bands. You'll hear a lot of requests for 'Words Darker' from Royal Albert Hall (with orchestra), but I'd also suggest 'Cry of Achilles' from that same show. It's a more technical song and I think you'd enjoy picking it apart. Thanks for the great reaction.
Doug, they’re an amazing band live. I’ve seen them twice in concert already and hoping to make it a third in December when they tour the UK. More Alter bridge please !
I’m watching this, as an avid fan of Alter Bridge since it’s inception, I’m reminded of my grandparents who passed in 2018 and 2019, respectively. This song has been with me every day since I first heard it and has helped with many losses since then. ❤
How have I not seen this before? Blackbird is one of my favorite songs. And how was I not subscribed already? What?!! Anyways...excited to hear your reaction to this.
This is the first reaction video of yours that I have seen, and without the music even beginning, I already appreciate you for doing your homework and not making a bunch of assumptions or wrong statements thus making yourself look ignorant. Nice stuff, dude! As others have said previously, Words Darker than their Wings live at Royal Albert Hall will knock you off your feet. Also, Cry of Achilles is another phenomenal song of theirs, among so many others. Please react to more Alter Bridge whatever the song(s) you choose! Please, please, please!
Another poignant memorializing song that Alter Bridge has is ‘In Loving Memory,’ which Mark Tremonti wrote to honor his late mother if I’m not mistaken. Wonderful Life is also a good song as well. Definitely recommend Words Darker Than Their Wings
One of the first song I learnt with my new band :) I never paid attention to the lyrics and it was a mistake. I suggest also Cry of Achilles from the same band, it's a great great song and it's incredibly fun (and also pretty hard) to play !
Great reaction, Doug! Thank you for doing the live in Amsterdam version! It's the definitive live version of this song. You should check out this entire studio album. It's their best in my opinion, with a bunch of stellar songs. Thank you again! 🙏
Just the progressions along stirs deep emotions within me. I am brought to tears any time I listed to this. And then there is the lyrics. This bands music bears my soul and leaves me vulnerable, in the best way possible.
Wonderful Life / Watch Over You Live and as others have stated Words Darker Than Their Wings Live... crazy how we all recommend the live versions over recorded for this band. They're seriously my all time favorite.
Doug, You need to review them performing Words Darker than their wings - Live at the Albert Hall with the Parallax Orchestra. Mind blowing, especially the high note towards the end. Myles Kennedy has an absolute brilliant voice.
Must look into these guys. Heard Miles Kennedy on other things but not Alter Bridge and nothing suits a singer more than their own sentiments, words and passion put into their own instruments. Nice reaction as always Mr Helvering.
Unfortunately I don't think they have many tracks on this level. All of their albums have a standout track or two, but by and large they're full of generic rock. Blackbird was a rare moment of true inspiration, and I'm glad it's found an audience. It's a shame because Myles is a superb singer, and Tremonti has grown leaps-and-bounds as a guitar player since Creed, but they're one of those bands that almost never take chances or risks and stay rooted in a particular sound that was already dated in the early-00s.
@@jonathanhenderson9422 I respectfully disagree. Some people say Cry Of Achilles and Fortress is better than Blackbird. And This Side Of Fate and The Last Hero are on the same level. And all Alter Bridge albums have its own distinctive sound.
Another tidbit of info on Miles Kennedy. He has a pretty serious case of Tinnitus. He’s got a lot of hearing loss, and to me, for him to be able to sing with the voice that he has, is an incredible thing.
Great choice in your first reaction of Alter Bridge!! And probably one of the better live performances of this song as well. At this concert in Amsterdam, Myles' voice was amazing! Try to check out more of the live set from this concert and react to them because any song from there is amazing! Two notable songs are "Watch Over You" and "In Loving Memory". Check them out! Thanks!
Wonderful reaction on one of my favorite songs, Doug! Glad you liked it 👍🏻😁 Might I suggest listening to ‘Ghost of Days Gone By’? Powerful, dark and yet hopeful song. By the way, major congrats on the 200K subscribers! Well deserved! 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
Doug. Thankfully for finally getting to do one of this bands finest tracks. On the subject of grief and mourning family members etc I found Hold on to the Memories by Disturbed a brilliant track and would love to see your reaction to this.
This is very very good, but for full body reverberations, literally head to toe goosebumps, Words darker than there wings, Live at the Royal Albert Hall with Parallax Orchestra….unbelievable performance…please lets see it and thank you.. you are appreciated Denny
Top 2 songs and Miles Kennedy is a true rockstar and MUSICIAN!!! This guy is very, very special. Thank you for highlighting this man and this band. They are truly great!! Thank you Doug...
After Words Darker than their Wings, please consider Cry of Achilles and Fortress. Both songs are epic. Thanks so much for finally getting to the masterpiece that is Blackbird!
I've been hoping you'd cover this one on the channel, definitely recommend you listen to Words Darker Than Their Wings live at the Albert Hall for an epic performance.
Glad you finally checked these guys out. You must check out Words Darker Than Their Wings from the Royal Albert Hall performance. Even if it's just for your own enjoyment.
Saw these guys on the black bird tour back in 08 at a small rock club in Allentown, I’ve seen dozens of other bands since Since that time and I can say none of those other bands provided the same transcendent experience that I had when watching Alter Bridge, it’s hard to pick a favorite album but I believe Black Bird is my favorite and the title track is nirvana to hear in Person. I think to this day, white knuckles is my favorite of their songs
You should give that entire album a listen from start to finish, it may be their best album, an absolute Masterwork!!! Doug, its always such a positive and enlightening experience getting your reactions, you have such a positive inner light, God Bless!!! Enjoy the album, its an overall upbeat and positive jam, ie., Blackbird the album! Rad and sad, I love it!!!
Both Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti have solo projects. Myles is singing for Slash and Mark has his band Tremonti, both of which are worth reacting to. Mark is releasing an album for charity May 27th called Tremonti Sings Sinatra. There is a video of him doing I’ve Got You Under My Skin and it's worth watching cause he is outside his comfort zone and does a masterful job. He does the album with the Frank Sinatra Orchestra so the music is superb. Give Tremonti a listen cause he does the songs he deems too heavy for Alter Bridge. They have 5 albums the most recent from the fall.
In Creed, you could hear glimpses of how great the musicians could be, but I feel like Scott Stapp kept them caged up. When splitting with him and bringing in Myles, the sky was the limit. People realized Mark Tremonti was high on the list of active guitarists. Again, you could hear it at times with Creed, but it was kept locked up. Blackbird is one of my top 5 favorite songs.
They are THE most underrated hard rock band in the past 20 years. They don't have a bad song. Every song is thought provoking and full of meaning. More and more Alter Bridge!!!
Perfectly said.
Absolutely
Even their B-side songs are all gold
Well said.
100%, and they are NOT Creed
You must do “Words Darker Than Their Wings “ Live at Royal Albert Hall with the Paralax Orchestra. It is absolutely Epic!
This is it Doug. This is the one!
The first time they had ever played it live.
In terms of the lyrical content, this I think is their most thought provoking track.
Yes, please do this one live from Royal Albert hall. 🤟
A must!!
Miles Kennedy is the most complete rock star package. His vocals are amazing, he can play guitar really well and he's got the look. He's a star.
And he was in the movie Rock Star!
@@sorrynotsorry5589 ..and his voice was the only one that wasn't substituted. Myles is THE most amazing muso..🤘
@@sorrynotsorry5589 I came here to say that
Mark Tremonti sings too... and he sings great like Frank Sinatra ;)
And modest and nice, unlike typical “rock stars.” A great all around person
Mark Tremonti (lead guitarist) also has quite the set of pipes on him, but gladly takes a back seat to Myles. These two can be considered the dynamic duo with their vocal and guitar capabilities!
Abso-f***ing-lutely!
Tremonti is the only reason I would listen to Creed
Tremonti - My last mistake is fkin awesome, i had no idea his vocals were like that
You gotta check out words darker then their wings live. Absolutely incredible.
Second that!
I’ll third that then 😂
I'll fourth it :)
@@abrunyee fifth
Please do! It's Live from Royal Albert Hall.
I was at that show. Was supposed to go with the drummer from my band af the time. But he couldnt go cause of the cancer which was discovered a few months before. I went with his brother. He died shortly after. This song still to this day hits hard. Especially this live version cause I know I was in that crowd crying my eyes out.
Sorry for your loss brother.
One of the greatest Rock songs ever written. Thank you for covering it Doug.
I must've listened to that song hundreds of times and it still hits me in the feels.
Quite simply, THE best song EVER recorded. Saw them play this live and I cried. Just such beautiful lyrics mixed with the most rediculous guitar, drums and harmony. BREATHTAKING.
It's a great tune. It chokes me up every time I hear it.
"At the risk of sounding judgmental, I think I've figured out who the weak link in Creed was."
I laughed so hard I started coughing. My wife came in from the other room to make sure I was going to live.
I dedicated this song to my father when he died after long agony. I have a deep connection to this song.
Wow - that's really something.
Just heard this today 2/29/24. WOW !! An exception song and performance. I like Tremonti as a guitarist but had no idea that a song this powerful from Alter Bridge. Magnificent!!!
You got that right !
Said it for a long time... Myles has the best voice in modern Rock and Metal. Nobody has come close for a long time
Love Alter Bridge. One of the most underrated bands out there!
You should definitely check out words darker than their wings live at the Albert Hall! Probably the best live performance I've ever heard.
Myles had said in numerous interviews that he has always been more comfortable as a guitar player than a singer as you can see some of his guitar skills in this video. He kinda just became the singer out of necessity. You should check out what he does with Slash. Look for "Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators".
His vibrato is second to none
Finally AB came into The Daily Doug!!!
One of the most incredibile bands.
One of the greatest voices and sensibilities.
One of the most engaging reactions!
Thanks, Doug. I'm passing through this process of grief and sadness, and good music like this keeps me going. I'll see you one day again, dad.
I don't have the words to express how powerful this when you see it live, it stays with you.
Thank you for introducing me to these guys, I will have to check them out.
Miles reminds me of Chris Cornell. Hadn't heard this band before, thanks Doug.
Enjoy your journey! I just discovered them about 2 years ago. By far my favorite band👍
This is one of my favorite songs of all time. It gives me chills every time i listen to it. Glad you included it on the channel!
Wow I knew the song but never listened to these guys live, the vocalist is insanely good!
His name is Myles Kennedy
Lovely video Doug, this is one of my favourite songs, thank you for covering it.
I had never heard of Alter Bridge, but after listening to this I will have to check out some more of their music. Thanks for the introduction Doug.
Enjoy! Every album is great front to back! No need to skip. Epic songs ! Great band. 👍
That is the same way I discovered them last year. Listening to reaction videos from Rebecca Vocal Athlete. Been hooked on them ever since.
Blackbird is the Stairway to Heaven of this generation. What a masterpiece.
I just discovered this song and I've been listening to it on loop for 2 days now. Didn't know Doug had a reaction to it. Such an amazing song. Ineffable!
In Loving Memory (Kerrang! Studio version) and Watch Over You (Myles Kennedy Billboard Studios) are two acoustic performances that really showcase Myle’s vocal abilities and are just absolutely beautiful versions. Definitely worth reacting to.
These are my favorites!!!!!!
So glad you found this, Doug. One of the best Rock tunes ever written. \m/
The Alter Family will be coming to your channel more now!! Hope to hear more AB songs on the channel.
Thanks Doug for getting to this one and doing the Amsterdam version. Mark Morris, whom the song was written for, sold Myles Kennedy his first guitar. I consider this Alter Bridge's epic song. As some in the comments have stated the next one to do is "Words Darker Than Their Wings Live at Royal Albert Hall" There are others, but I go there next. Mark Tremonti, the lead guitarist, also has a band and I would strongly recommend doing the studio version of Marching in Time. A very uplifting song. Like you said, for all that have lost someone close, this song goes out to you.
"I think I know who the weak link in Creed was"
Boom, Roasted
Not roasted disrespected he had major health problems thankfully found out what it was and got the medication he needed
YESSS, this is one of my favourite songs EVER. I am so hyped you did a reaction to them!!! I took a different meaning to the song but it really helped me get over a breakup sometime ago.. it was my most played song on spotify last year.
Years after finding them out, this song still gives me chills.
Lately their songs haven’t had that much power on me, but I’m sure they still have such a power to perform this live.
I told you you'd like Alter Bridge! Keep digging into their catalogue...the music and lyrics are deep and meaningful on many levels. Their acoustic versions are great too.
Great song. Miles could make singing the phone book sound awesome. Dudes got pipes. Anything by Alter Bridge is great. Can’t wait for you to listen to Fates Warning do Still Remains live n Athens or The Ivory Gate of Dreams. 😉
My first listen as well. Wow. Thank you for the song choice and your reaction.
I do appreciate how you just listen and pay attention to every part of the song and even the lyrics. Some that react to music don't get the meaning or the feeling behind it. Thank you sir.
We watched him 5 years ago in Spokane with our friends. Our friend since passed of brain cancer so your words at the end hit hard today. Miles dad spoke at my friend’s celebration of life as they were good friends. Miles voice is amazing and I’m happy to hear he has another fan.
I’ve seen this song live several times with my BFF Carol, and I felt like I had witnessed perfection. The beauty & power of this song is stunning when you’re right on the rail staring up at them! It’s like you’re transported to a place you’ve never been but it feels perfect when you’re there.
This song is so emotional. The lyrics, the vocals, the solos all make me think of my father who passed away and it takes such a hold of my heart.
Oooh yessss , my favorite TH-cam channel doing a reaction to my favorite song .
Powerful Song. Thanks for turning me onto it. Never heard it before. Wowzers.
I had the distinct honour of being there and the Royal Albert hall show's. For 12 years I went to go see them every time there toured in the UK or western Europe. Back in my younger, single days.
Man, seeing someone hear this song for the first time is an absolute treat. Seeing someone really GET IT and FEEL IT is something else, though (as if it's possible not to feel this in your gut). Glad you loved this, Doug! Subscribing.
Scott Stapp is an amazing singer, writer, and composer. I wouldn't call him the weak link of Creed. Just different than Myles. I love it all Creed, Alter Bridge, Myles solo stuff, and Marks solo work with Tremonti. It's all good stuff and very different from each other.
One of my favorite bands. You'll hear a lot of requests for 'Words Darker' from Royal Albert Hall (with orchestra), but I'd also suggest 'Cry of Achilles' from that same show. It's a more technical song and I think you'd enjoy picking it apart. Thanks for the great reaction.
So happy you got to check out Alter
Bridge… and that you chose this performance! Man, I was there in Amsterdam ❤️ a night to remember.
He was going to do Wembley performance but I steered Doug to the Amsterdam performance.
@@metalmark1214 excellent steering Mark 👍🏼
@@metalmark1214 thank you!!
Recently introduced to Alter Bridge by my daughter & her husband - saw them at O2, London awesome music and what a singer!
One of my all time favorite songs, makes me weep a little every time I hear it.
Man someday i will watch this band live. They are amazing, i love Myles voice
Doug, they’re an amazing band live. I’ve seen them twice in concert already and hoping to make it a third in December when they tour the UK. More Alter bridge please !
I’m watching this, as an avid fan of Alter Bridge since it’s inception, I’m reminded of my grandparents who passed in 2018 and 2019, respectively.
This song has been with me every day since I first heard it and has helped with many losses since then. ❤
How have I not seen this before? Blackbird is one of my favorite songs. And how was I not subscribed already? What?!! Anyways...excited to hear your reaction to this.
Great choice Doug! Alter Bridge is amazing. This tune is just epic!
This is the first reaction video of yours that I have seen, and without the music even beginning, I already appreciate you for doing your homework and not making a bunch of assumptions or wrong statements thus making yourself look ignorant. Nice stuff, dude!
As others have said previously, Words Darker than their Wings live at Royal Albert Hall will knock you off your feet. Also, Cry of Achilles is another phenomenal song of theirs, among so many others. Please react to more Alter Bridge whatever the song(s) you choose! Please, please, please!
Thanks Doug. This must be one of the Top 5 songs I have heard in my life. And I can confirm that this band exceeds expectations live too :)
You are only scratching the surface Doug with this awesome vocalist and band.
Another poignant memorializing song that Alter Bridge has is ‘In Loving Memory,’ which Mark Tremonti wrote to honor his late mother if I’m not mistaken.
Wonderful Life is also a good song as well.
Definitely recommend Words Darker Than Their Wings
One of the first song I learnt with my new band :) I never paid attention to the lyrics and it was a mistake. I suggest also Cry of Achilles from the same band, it's a great great song and it's incredibly fun (and also pretty hard) to play !
Great reaction, Doug! Thank you for doing the live in Amsterdam version! It's the definitive live version of this song. You should check out this entire studio album. It's their best in my opinion, with a bunch of stellar songs. Thank you again! 🙏
That is a awesome piece of music.. vocals and melody have a haunting quality to them.. killer vocals.
Alter Bridge is such an amazing, underrated band. I absolutely LOVE them!!!
Just the progressions along stirs deep emotions within me. I am brought to tears any time I listed to this. And then there is the lyrics. This bands music bears my soul and leaves me vulnerable, in the best way possible.
Really great reaction / review of the song. I wish I could like it twice!
I like the react of Mr Doug because he doesnt stop the song and react during the track!!! Well done Sir!
Wonderful Life / Watch Over You Live and as others have stated Words Darker Than Their Wings Live... crazy how we all recommend the live versions over recorded for this band. They're seriously my all time favorite.
Doug, You need to review them performing Words Darker than their wings - Live at the Albert Hall with the Parallax Orchestra. Mind blowing, especially the high note towards the end. Myles Kennedy has an absolute brilliant voice.
This is I song I've had on my Playlist since it came out. It's such a powerful song.
Must look into these guys. Heard Miles Kennedy on other things but not Alter Bridge and nothing suits a singer more than their own sentiments, words and passion put into their own instruments. Nice reaction as always Mr Helvering.
Saw Myles sing with Slash three weeks ago and he was just amazing
they're incredible, dig deep
Unfortunately I don't think they have many tracks on this level. All of their albums have a standout track or two, but by and large they're full of generic rock. Blackbird was a rare moment of true inspiration, and I'm glad it's found an audience. It's a shame because Myles is a superb singer, and Tremonti has grown leaps-and-bounds as a guitar player since Creed, but they're one of those bands that almost never take chances or risks and stay rooted in a particular sound that was already dated in the early-00s.
@@jonathanhenderson9422 I respectfully disagree. Some people say Cry Of Achilles and Fortress is better than Blackbird. And This Side Of Fate and The Last Hero are on the same level. And all Alter Bridge albums have its own distinctive sound.
@@RG049 agreed! They have hardly any filler! All killer! All highest quality song writing, singing and musicianship! They are amazingly great 👍
Another tidbit of info on Miles Kennedy. He has a pretty serious case of Tinnitus. He’s got a lot of hearing loss, and to me, for him to be able to sing with the voice that he has, is an incredible thing.
Great choice in your first reaction of Alter Bridge!! And probably one of the better live performances of this song as well. At this concert in Amsterdam, Myles' voice was amazing! Try to check out more of the live set from this concert and react to them because any song from there is amazing! Two notable songs are "Watch Over You" and "In Loving Memory". Check them out! Thanks!
Wonderful reaction on one of my favorite songs, Doug! Glad you liked it 👍🏻😁 Might I suggest listening to ‘Ghost of Days Gone By’? Powerful, dark and yet hopeful song. By the way, major congrats on the 200K subscribers! Well deserved! 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻
Unbelievable band and their best song! Thx mister!
Aahhhh, earcandy bigtime 👏👌 the solo is out this planet.
WOW! Very powerful! Like you, I’ve never heard anything from them before. Blew me away, very poignant and powerful.🙏❤️🤘
Great analysis and reaction!
And that's why I love this channel and its follower's.
Seen these boys a couple of times live. Cried a little on both occasions during this song and "Ghosts Of Days Gone By". An amazing band!
This music is pure gold....such a masterpiece! and the lyricism on this one is.... pure poetry!
Great song, great band, enjoy.
Doug. Thankfully for finally getting to do one of this bands finest tracks.
On the subject of grief and mourning family members etc I found Hold on to the Memories by Disturbed a brilliant track and would love to see your reaction to this.
The intensity is indescribable.
Totally agree - awesome music, fantastic vocals!
My all fav rock song, it immersing.
This is very very good, but for full body reverberations, literally head to toe goosebumps, Words darker than there wings,
Live at the Royal Albert Hall with Parallax Orchestra….unbelievable performance…please lets see it and thank you.. you are appreciated
Denny
Top 2 songs and Miles Kennedy is a true rockstar and MUSICIAN!!! This guy is very, very special. Thank you for highlighting this man and this band. They are truly great!! Thank you Doug...
After Words Darker than their Wings, please consider Cry of Achilles and Fortress. Both songs are epic. Thanks so much for finally getting to the masterpiece that is Blackbird!
Awesome song! Almost forgot this one!.
This song is Chilling...from the begining at the end. Awesome!
I've been hoping you'd cover this one on the channel, definitely recommend you listen to Words Darker Than Their Wings live at the Albert Hall for an epic performance.
Glad you finally checked these guys out. You must check out Words Darker Than Their Wings from the Royal Albert Hall performance. Even if it's just for your own enjoyment.
I remember when this album came out. This song still brings me to tears.
This song is a masterpiece
True words at the end Doug, thanks. Touching song. Miles is definitely one of the best rock singers around.
Saw these guys on the black bird tour back in 08 at a small rock club in Allentown, I’ve seen dozens of other bands since Since that time and I can say none of those other bands provided the same transcendent experience that I had when watching Alter Bridge, it’s hard to pick a favorite album but I believe Black Bird is my favorite and the title track is nirvana to hear in Person. I think to this day, white knuckles is my favorite of their songs
You should give that entire album a listen from start to finish, it may be their best album, an absolute Masterwork!!! Doug, its always such a positive and enlightening experience getting your reactions, you have such a positive inner light, God Bless!!! Enjoy the album, its an overall upbeat and positive jam, ie., Blackbird the album! Rad and sad, I love it!!!
I know you are going to love the amazing singing on Coming Home, Come to Life and others...memorable stuff!!!
From the Blackbird Album, Come to Life, and Coming Home, were a couple standout tracks to me on the whole Masterwork album!
Their drummer is such an amazing boom machine!
Both Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti have solo projects. Myles is singing for Slash and Mark has his band Tremonti, both of which are worth reacting to. Mark is releasing an album for charity May 27th called Tremonti Sings Sinatra. There is a video of him doing I’ve Got You Under My Skin and it's worth watching cause he is outside his comfort zone and does a masterful job. He does the album with the Frank Sinatra Orchestra so the music is superb. Give Tremonti a listen cause he does the songs he deems too heavy for Alter Bridge. They have 5 albums the most recent from the fall.
In Creed, you could hear glimpses of how great the musicians could be, but I feel like Scott Stapp kept them caged up. When splitting with him and bringing in Myles, the sky was the limit. People realized Mark Tremonti was high on the list of active guitarists. Again, you could hear it at times with Creed, but it was kept locked up. Blackbird is one of my top 5 favorite songs.