Alter Bridge is an American rock band from Orlando, Florida. The band was formed in 2004 by vocalist and rhythm guitarist Myles Kennedy, lead guitarist Mark Tremonti, bassist Brian Marshall and drummer Scott Phillips. After their former band Creed became inactive in 2003, Tremonti and Phillips formed a new band with former bandmate Marshall and new member Kennedy; Alter Bridge was formally unveiled in January 2004, months before Creed's official breakup in June.
Alter Bridge performing at Rock am Ring in 2017. From left to right: Scott Phillips, Brian Marshall, Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti.
Alter Bridge toured extensively in promotion of 2007's Blackbird.
The band returned with Fortress in 2013, which was followed by a European tour and festival dates.
Alter Bridge released its fifth album The Last Hero in October 2016.
Myles Richard Bass, known professionally as Myles Kennedy, is an American singer, guitarist, and songwriter. He is the lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist of the rock band Alter Bridge and of Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators alongside guitarist Slash. A former guitar instructor from Spokane, Washington, Kennedy has worked as a session musician and songwriter, making both studio and live appearances with several artists, and has been involved with several projects throughout his career.
Kennedy performing in 2022
Kennedy (right center) with his Alter Bridge bandmates in 2008
Alter Bridge performing in Hamburg in 2014
Kennedy performing with Slash and the Conspirators in 2016