Alter Bridge emerged in 2004, formed by former Creed members Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall, and Scott Phillips, alongside vocalist Myles Kennedy, establishing themselves as a prominent force in hard rock and heavy metal.
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Request A ShowAlter Bridge signed with Wind-up Records for their debut album, 'One Day Remains'. The relationship deteriorated due to the label's perceived lack of promotion and differing visions.
The band's song 'Metalingus' was adopted by WWE Superstar Edge as his entrance theme in 2004. Other songs like 'The Other Side' were also used for WWE programming.
Alter Bridge signed a record deal with Universal Republic Records in 2007 for their second album, 'Blackbird'.
The music video for Alter Bridge's song 'Watch Over You' was featured and included clips from VH1's 'Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew'.
Alter Bridge released a rare instrumental song called 'Ahavo Rabo Taco Salad' for Total Guitar magazine in 2005. The magazine also listed 'Ties That Bind' as one of the 50 greatest riffs of the decade in 2010.
The song 'Save Me' was included on the soundtrack for the 2005 Marvel film 'Elektra'. Another song, 'Shed My Skin', was featured on the soundtrack for the 2005 Marvel film 'Fantastic Four'.
Alter Bridge signed with Roadrunner Records in 2010 for their third album, 'AB III'.
In North America, 'AB III' was released on the band's own vanity label, Alter Bridge Recordings, via EMI.
The music video for 'Isolation' premiered on Noisecreep on December 6, 2010.
The band released a series of webisodes produced by DC3 Music Group detailing their tour. They also partnered with DC3 Music Group for the 'Plane to Haiti' project.
Alter Bridge performed a free concert on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' on the ABC television network on April 25, 2011.
The band sold memorabilia and goods, including lyrics sheets, used guitar straps, postcards, drumsticks, and guitars used for recording, through Fret 12, a company associated with Mark Tremonti.
Alter Bridge signed with Napalm Records in June 2016 for the international release of their album 'The Last Hero' and have released subsequent albums with them.
Alter Bridge performed two shows at the Royal Albert Hall with the 52-piece Parallax Orchestra, which was later released as a live album.
In early 2010, Alter Bridge joined the Wheelchair Foundation and DC3 Music Group to assist in the 'Plane to Haiti' project, a relief effort for victims of the 2010 Haiti earthquake.
In 2011, Alter Bridge joined the fight against cancer by helping the 'Play for Life' organization raise funds for City of Hope Medical Center, a research center for cancer.
Core Twelve has been building the brand image for Alter Bridge since the band's inception. For their 2016 album 'The Last Hero', they created an aesthetic using classic propaganda posters to reinforce the album's themes.
Alter Bridge was officially formed in 2004 by Mark Tremonti (lead guitar), Brian Marshall (bass guitar), and Scott Phillips (drums) after their previous band, Creed, became inactive. They recruited Myles Kennedy (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), formerly of The Mayfield Four, to complete the lineup. The band’s debut album, “One Day Remains,” was released in August 2004. This album achieved gold status in the United States by November 2004 and reached number 5 on the U.S. Billboard 200. The track “Metalingus” from this album was adopted by WWE Superstar Edge as his theme song. Despite some initial challenges with their record label, Wind-up Records, the band pursued their artistic vision.
In 2007, Alter Bridge released their second album, “Blackbird.” This album garnered critical acclaim and featured hit singles such as “Rise Today” and “Watch Over You.” “Watch Over You” also gained wider exposure as the featured song on VH-1’s “Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew.” The title track “Blackbird” included a guitar solo that was later recognized by Guitarist magazine as the greatest guitar solo of all time in 2011. Following extensive touring, the band released “AB III” in 2010, which marked a thematic shift towards darker subjects. The lead single, “Isolation,” topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart, a significant achievement for the band. Subsequent albums like “Fortress” (2013), “The Last Hero” (2016), “Walk the Sky” (2019), and “Pawns & Kings” (2022) continued to build on their critical and commercial success, solidifying their reputation for dynamic songwriting and intense live performances. Their eighth self-titled album, “Alter Bridge,” was released in January 2026.
Over two decades, Alter Bridge has consistently evolved their sound, blending hard rock, heavy metal, and progressive elements. Their albums have explored themes ranging from hope and perseverance to doubt and self-determination. The band’s commitment to artistic integrity and powerful live shows has contributed to their enduring presence in the rock music landscape, selling over 5 million records worldwide by 2023. They have also engaged in activism, supporting the Wheelchair Foundation and the fight against cancer, demonstrating a commitment beyond music.
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