By Greg Maki-----Metal—and rock music in general—is farther from the mainstream today than its’ ever been in my lifetime. But metal is a genre that thrives in the underground, and in 2019, there was no shortage of quality albums from new and established acts. Here are the best that found their way to my ears.... Continue Reading →
Review by Greg Maki-----“... In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” That famous quote is attributed to Benjamin Franklin in 1789. In the 21st century, however, there is at least one more certainly: Every three years, Alter Bridge will release a new studio album, and it will be... Continue Reading →
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LIVE PHOTOS: Alter Bridge, Skillet, Dirty Honey-----Review by Greg Maki-----Night one of the “Victorious Sky” tour, featuring co-headliners Alter Bridge and Skillet, took place at the MECU Pavilion in Baltimore, Maryland. Though it was the last day of summer, the season refused to release its grip on the area, although the hot day gave way... Continue Reading →
On the heels of the recently announced U.S. co-headline tour with Skillet, Alter Bridge has released the first song and music video from its upcoming sixth studio album, "Walk the Sky." “Wouldn’t You Rather” already has started to make noise at radio, and the companion video is available now. The clip, directed by Dan Sturgess, is a performance... Continue Reading →
Alter Bridge and Skillet have announced they will embark on a co-headline tour this fall. The "Victorious Sky Tour" will kick off Sept. 22 in Baltimore, Maryland, and run through Oct. 25 in Orlando, Florida. Dirty Honey also will appear. All confirmed dates are below. Pre-sale tickets are available through 10 p.m. local time June 27. Regular tickets... Continue Reading →
Alter Bridge will release its sixth studio album, "Walk the Sky," on Oct. 18 via Napalm Records. The 14-track opus marks a creative highpoint for the quartet comprising Myles Kennedy on vocals/guitars, Mark Tremonti on guitars/vocals, Brian Marshall on bass and Scott Phillips on drums. Recorded in a way never done before, the album was... Continue Reading →
ShipRocked will set sail for its 11th year Feb. 1 to 6, 2020, on the Carnival Valor with a music lineup led by Halestorm and Alter Bridge. Departing from New Orleans, with stops in Key West and Cozumel, this rock music cruise vacation will feature performances from over two dozen music artists, including the ShipRocked debut of Asking Alexandria, plus Beartooth, Of Mice & Men, Black Stone Cherry, Badflower and more. The Stowaways... Continue Reading →
Tremonti has released a music video for the latest single from the band’s Napalm Records release, "A Dying Machine." The video was filmed at a recent sold-out show in the U.K. To coincide with the release of the new single, Tremonti is heading out on tour again. The band will be special guests on the upcoming Sevendust... Continue Reading →
