Alter Bridge is an American rock band from Orlando, Florida, formed in 2004.

The
band consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Myles Kennedy, lead guitarist and
backing vocalist Mark Tremonti, bassist Brian Marshall, and drummer Scott Philli
ps. Since the band's formation, there have been no line-up changes. Known for th
eir acclaimed live shows,[1][2][3][4][5] the band plays a melodic style of postgrunge influenced heavy metal music, which has grown more progressive and experi
mental over the years.[citation needed]
Following Creed's disbandment in 2004, former members Tremonti, Marshall, and Ph
illips began working with Kennedy, formerly of The Mayfield Four. Named after a
bridge that once existed on Alter Road near Tremonti's former home in Detroit, M
ichigan, Alter Bridge released its debut album, One Day Remains, the same year.
Despite mixed reviews, One Day Remains went on to be certified Gold by the RIAA.
Driven by the release of the single "Rise Today", the band released its second
album, Blackbird, to more positive reviews in 2007, embarking on a successful wo
rld tour in support.
Tremonti, Marshall, and Phillips reunited with Creed for a tour and album in 200
9, while Kennedy recorded two songs for guitarist Slash's self-titled solo album
in 2010, before fronting his band for a supporting tour. During this time, Alte
r Bridge continued to write material, and released its third album, AB III, in 2
010 to critical acclaim, while the single "Isolation" became the band's most suc
cessful single to date. The band embarked on a world tour in support of AB III f
rom 2010 to 2012.
Following the conclusion of the AB III tour, the members of Alter Bridge focused
on other musical endeavors throughout 2012, including solo and session work, an
other Creed tour, and Kennedy's continued collaborations with Slash. Alter Bridg
e reconvened in early 2013 and released its fourth album, Fortress, to further a
cclaim later that year, also embarking on a world tour, lasting until November 2
014. Their fifth record is expected in 2016.
Contents [hide]
1
History
1.1
Formation and One Day Remains (2003 06)
1.2
Label change and Blackbird (2006 09)
1.3
Second label change and AB III (2009 2012)
1.4
Other projects and Fortress (2012 14)
1.5
Fifth studio album (2016)
2
Musical style
3
Activism
4
Awards and accolades
5
Members
6
Discography
7
References
8
External links