For The Love Of The Music: Brian Marshall

Brian Marshall discusses his story in his own words. From the discovery of his tone to his road to sobriety and life on the road.
"The space between the band and the audience collide...and what you give is what you get back. It's the 8th wonder of the world and ya know what, it's magical"
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Directed and Edited by Dan Sturgess
Produced by Brian Marshall & Tim Tournier
AlterBridge.com
#AlterBridge #BrianMarshall #ForTheLoveOfTheMusic

[@HasinShahadArRafi]

this is the most ive heard brian talk ever and im loving every second of it

[@MegaChorro123]

Bro same 😂. There’s a good amount of interviews with him but he never says a whole lot. It’s great to see him get some spotlight

[@TheOriginalKomamura]

He talks alot here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnWcmWqflLiZpqc

[@thefurbeastunderyourbed5012]

My thoughts exactly, but it was deep.

[@maureenmensing5557]

@@TheOriginalKomamura thanks !

[@joshwhite9211]

Idk but this is the most I've heard him talk lol such an underrated bass player. I can tell it's him cuz he has his own style and touch

[@jetcity18]

Brian may be a man of few words, but when he does speak, you listen. Great film.

[@knightsofazrael]

His Bass playing is phenomenal!!! He is works that fretboard like no other. Listen to “Is this the End” you can hear it plain as day! He is so soft spoken as well. Such a humble man. God bless you Brian!!

[@silvertheta630]

AB is my ALL TIME FAVORITE BAND! Every single member is so talented and humble. There are very few bands where I can listen to every track on every album without skipping a song, and AB is one of those rare bands. Love that Brian is getting this recognition, great video... very inspirational!

[@TheNerdyGinger]

Love seeing docs like this

[@litehaus5]

Please do a video like this on the rest of the members, too! Y'all are my favorite band of all time! I buy multiples of your albums. I'm so interested in all the backstory of everyone. Thanks for this video!!!

[@osaramusic]

Yes! this deserves a petition, I'd sign!!

[@bmark7951]

Ever heard of creed?

[@litehaus5]

@@bmark7951 Of course. I knew of them first. But I love the tone and sound of Myles Kennedy's vocals and the way the music is written.

[@sanjay5102]

I fr just realised this is the first time i hear Brian's voice (yea im dead serious) and honestly he sounds like the most humble guy

[@vlaskz]

I think alter bridge is so much underrated. So much.

[@alanzata100]

He is...the whole band are very humble. I’ve met them lots of times, either solo, w other projects or as AB, but I’ve never had a bad experience.

[@xXxHollzxXx]

I completely agree. I think they all have such a nice humble energy

[@demanibrown6762]

@@vlaskz Sammmmmeeeee

[@vlaskz]

He’s the very base of all band. A strong, powerful bass line, with so much feeling.

[@maximusaralieous1728]

He is for sure, his tone is excellent and the five string gives it a lot of authority. They would not be the same without him.

[@Blackbirddd]

Thank you for doing this, Brian has a truly special place in my heart. One day when the guys were touring with Creed back in 2012 they came to Chile and you know I've been listening to Alter Bridge since 2007 so I discovered Creed through AB, I went to the airport the next day after they performed here in a total fanboy way to meet the guys in a more intimate way, I was young and dumb and passionate so I was asking for a photo, and autograph and a pick if I was lucky enough, I asked to Brian if he had a pick or something that he could give to me in a very shy way, he said 'Oh I don't know, but let see' and out of nowhere he took his backpack and started to take things out and he found an 'AB III' bass pick and gave it to me, that pick it's one on my precious things I own and I still can't believe how he did that, to take the time to please a fan like that when you are tired at the airport? That tells me the kind of person that Brian is, an amazing one. Congratulations for your sobriety Brian, keep doing impecably as you've been doing so far.

[@TheGreat_LordPonch]

Qué afortunado eres! Yo espero que algún día vengan a México. Acá solo ha venido Scott Stapp como solista, y Myles con Slash.

[@maximusaralieous1728]

That's a pretty cool story. Brian has always captured my attention. I am much older than you it seems. I knew of him back in their original Creed days. His bass playing, even being younger, captured my attention in songs like One. When he was pushed out of Creed the first time, I thought it was such a big loss on their third record. Then when Creed split up and Alter Bridge started, hearing Brian's bass playing on Open Your Eyes was so great. He's been my favorite bass player forever and really motivated me to play bass. I too am happy he is doing well with his sobriety, it can be very difficult.

[@ferraznessa1]

I love it 💜

[@maureenmensing5557]

Wow, what a sweet story!

[@ryanwood7657]

I love his humility and vulnerability. Honesty is the foundation of a strong person.

[@WelshHunter]

What Brian just said resonates so much with me! I also had a problem but with Drugs. I brought myself out of that problem for who is now my wife and the mother of my three beautiful children! I am now 8 years clean and I feel fantastic! I will admit that the combination of my wife’s help and love along with alter bridge and their songs helped me through it all! I also even got my wife into Alter Bridge and together we have seen them Live more than 5 times together! Thank you Brian and Alter Bridge for sharing this amazing story! See you in 2021!!!!

[@anniep6248]

My favorite bassist. So nice to hear him talking. I'm so happy that he's taking care of himself.

[@Leetheblackvoid99]

I always fantasized that Brian and Flip were great friends, but now this video has definitely confirmed that for me. Also, I am very glad to finally hear him share his story. It makes me an even bigger fan of Alterbridge now. An excellent musician, A wonderfull human being. Brian Marshall, you are awesome.

[@nacdan88]

Brian has such a unique style for playing and his rhythm section along Scott Philips is what make AB so powerful and melodic at the same time. Amazing bassist.

[@MelanieSwauger]

So awesome that he is so passionate about his playing, I love that!! He is perfect in CREED too!! Rock on Brian ❤

[@jordanashford7521]

Brian is seriously underrated, considering the bands he's been a part of.

[@MrPrincebass99]

Brian is the real deal....a humble man, aware of his blessings, and seems to have found his calm in the eye of the storm. Bravo, love it.

[@demseyemson9831]

I've always admired Brian as a bassist. This has made me respect him on a whole other level

[@moebiwan]

I went to high school with Brian. He was a year ahead of me but being on the baseball team together we got to know each other. It was definitely not cool for older students to befriend younger students but he did and, for a while, we were friends. We shared an interest in music of course, but he was never ashamed to speak to me in the halls about anything. He was a good dude then and he's a good dude now. So happy for his success.

[@noahluvskittenz2154]

What kind of music did he listen to?

[@moebiwan]

@@noahluvskittenz2154 Rush, Zep, some metal, Floyd. I couldn't tell you everything he was into but those were a few bands I do remember. It was 30 years ago.

[@noahluvskittenz2154]

@@moebiwan - Thanks for the information. I love knowing what my favorite artists and inspirations grew up listening to and also, what inspired them. 🤘🏻🎸

[@jonathonwhitington402]

More of these please. I'm thinking... 3 more. 😄

[@nicoulinromain4693]

It's so great to hear Brian speak up in such a way! We rarely hear him, though he is the backbone of the band. A great band is mainly defined by its bass player. He's the glue that sticks everything together. Thank you for everything you do for us as music lovers and musicians. And we want to hear from Flip as well! Sure he has tons of great thoughts to share. Alter Bridge is really one of a kind in this world and not a day goes by that I don't listen or play along their songs. Love ya gentlemen. ♥️✌🏼🎸🔥

[@edwardheins2930]

b im 58 with 2 years of sobriety off a 20 year heroin addiction i am a bassist guitarist drummer all atound lover of all music . alter bridge inspired me to change my life God bless yall mfers we love you!! i opened a small studio this year more to come

[@puppygadget3189]

Great job. I'll have 29 years sober Sept 21 2021 . People Places and Things .

[@stuartmcknight6925]

What an amazing watch! Much love and respect to Brian for being brave and tackling his demons, changing his life forever! AB for life!

[@cengizhansen6466]

The Man - The Myth - The Marshall

[@syduzzamansyd4530]

8:45 I couldn't hold my tears :') Thank you Alter Bridge, Thank you Brian

[@maximusaralieous1728]

Great to see Brian get some love here. He's always been my favorite bassist and he's hugely underrated. So many bassists are, but it's criminal how few people appreciate his work.

[@Harrysound]

I haven’t had a drink in nearly 10 years. I was never a problem drinker but I really appreciate having a clear mind and a clean day of not feeling hungover

[@lavenderlavaliere5328]

That was wonderful Brian, love you guys

[@virada630]

I thought his voice is more of like bold but apparently sounds very mild and calm. Glad ur sober man.

[@just.keep.rollin]

Finally the beast spoke. ✌️🤘👏 #respect for this man

[@saltcreekammo]

I saw Alter Bridge in SLC back in February at the Depot... Brian’s bass and Scott’s drums were thunderous... you could feel it rattle your bones. I don’t see a lot of live shows, so feeling the music was a wonderful experience. It was one of the highlights of my life.

[@yuliantooooo]

Brian's signature playing introduced me to the blaring 5 string bass sound in Open Your Eyes, which makes me still love AB songs until now

[@MrFireman164]

Favorite band of all time !

[@neilshapley472]

O2 London last Xmas. Seems like a lifetime away now. Great to hear from the heartbeat of the band. Something hits my soul hard with these guys. The Best 🤘🎸🇬🇧 ❤️

[@alkeneify]

I was there as well! 🤘🏿

[@lillaxxitiv1501]

I was there, one of the best nights of my life

[@cbeau4220]

I knew there was something special about him. I love the example he and the whole band set to the fans. It’s all about the music not the partying. I love that mature perspective. Way to go Brian!

[@SpencersStuffTV]

We appreciate you Brian!

[@JacobPetrossian]

Super underrated player. Can we have an interview like this for Flip?

[@robnkriistarowles499]

Absolutely loved it. That man is an absolute beast on stage. So intense. Was so nice to hear from the back bone of Alter Bridge. ❤️

[@CPpdx20]

I started playing bass in 2002/3 and I remember hearing how Brian played on those first two Creed records and how he just created his own voice in the music and wrote very melodic bass lines and I wanted to write bass lines like that. Still to this day Brian is my biggest influence on how I write bass lines. Severely underrated/under talked about bass player.

[@Redwan_Shishko]

Man.... every member of this band is a band on his own! Love you, Brain!

[@MegaChorro123]

We need some bass solos on AB VII!!!! Phenomenal player

[@alteredninja]

AB VII that’s gotta nice ring to it. Although I’m hoping for something like a cross between Blackbird and Fortress

[@MegaChorro123]

@@alteredninja That’s basically what the last hero was according to Tremonti.

[@julyriver8851]

This made me think again about "my" concert that was supposed to take place this past Summer. Sigh... Miss you guys, hope to see you soon here in Italy! Keep rocking! 🤘🖤🤘 ---- PS: Mr Marshall, you're a good man and one of the best bass players out there.

[@carolinacolombotedesco1172]

Simply amazing!! Brian, we love you so much!

[@mwhitelaw8569]

I was not disappointed in the performance I witnessed in Kansas City. Where I was in the room got an awesome mix of pulses. Brian You were slammin' dude Thanks for the show

[@mic1183]

I’d probably cry too if I listened to you guys live. Love your music

[@NikZ500]

His body posture is like that of a sentry guard. Silent but powerful. The passion shows in his playing

[@cynthiajohanson2418]

#BrianMarshall, how did I miss this! This was so heartfelt! Thank you so much for sharing this! IMHO, Mel is the best thing that happened to you! Of course y'all's kids! Congratulations on your sobriety!

[@caroljonas939]

I have so much love and respect for you Brian ! I'm 45 been fighting alcoholism half my life ! YOU ALL ARE SUPER TALENTED ! Alterbridge is my favorite band ! God bless

[@bstafford11]

Awesome to hear your story Brian. Best of luck in the future young man!

[@chrisjjr2198]

Brian marshall was the sole reason i started playing bass 23yrs ago.i hope to get an interview with him on stream someday would love to know more about his passion for music and his early days

[@liamjenkins82]

I wasn't expecting my life story through another man's eyes when I clicked on this video. Well done Brian. I sobered up 10 years ago when I emigrated from the UK to Australia. 2 massive steps in my life. The clarity and strength of mind I have now is amazing. Still have those dark days. Keep the music flowing a fellow sober bass player

[@Default.Studios.]

This was truly touching, I remember seeing them at the o2 last year in December, Brian looked at me and did the devil horns, a moment I will never forget

[@alanzata100]

We need a vid for Myles, Mark & Scott!!

[@TheZachattack49]

I don’t think I could make up a better band in my head, that could match as great as these guys are in alter bridge! I love all of you guys for being my inspiration with your music god bless ya I struggle with alcohol to this day it’s a battle. I understand completely what you went through too it’s a never ending fight. Every time I listen to your music it makes me stronger! Amazing musicians all in one band!! Alter bridge forever thanks🤘

[@apokw]

Beautiful story. I am so glad you shared it. I met Brian in the airport of Copenhagen during their Fortress tour. I bought a tour shirt from the venue and the day after I was heading home I was browsing magazines or whatnot in the shop. I heard a voice behind me say "That's a cool shirt man" and it was Brian. We talked briefly and he was the coolest down to earth person you could think. I will never forget it.

[@tomh3865]

Amazing documentary. So honest and candid. AB are my favourite band. Ever. This documentary really cements how good they are and how they support each other.

[@dalewhomplaysbass]

A lot of things Brian says are very relateable. Even though I have only played small gigs, the feelings are the same. It's great to hear that even though fame can take a hold and catapult someone into something else, these guys are humble and human.

[@Tanktation]

Mr. Marshall, if you read this! Stay strong and be proud of yourself and your family! We love you! Alle the best from Austria, Vienna

[@Weliveatdisneyworld]

This Guy❤ Brian, I feel it. I know. I understand you. You give a piece of your soul with every performance.

[@andreamarie1347]

Yeah he's a pretty awesome guy and one heck of bass player. Can't wait to see them live again

[@alkeneify]

I remember Myles Kennedy mentioning on a DVD that 'Buried Alive' was written about Brian and his drinking

[@RobbieFitzgerald]

I think there has been a couple about it? Im blanking on what it is but Im sure I heard jt was another song.

[@austinfj98]

@@RobbieFitzgerald new way to live

[@RobbieFitzgerald]

@@austinfj98 Yes!

[@yash548]

Which dvd

[@alkeneify]

@@yash548 It was from when they played O2 Arena in London for the first time in November 2016. They released that show as a live album and it came with a 20 minute dvd about the show.

[@atharvadeshpande7210]

This was soo damm good Totally got lost in it ! What a journey Brian ! Please keep making docs like these, love to get to know guys behind the scenes. Flips should be next

[@Brandon1one]

I always thought Brian is a very good guy..So humble,, I love Alter Bridge especially because they all are so humble..much love

[@KRayxKodessA]

This is great. Brian is one of the sweetest, most genuine people I've ever had the opportunity to have met.

[@smartrn1]

Tremendous. Just tremendous. Hail BK and AB.

[@thefurbeastunderyourbed5012]

There's a reason why these guys are my most favourite musicians out of all the many that I dearly love. But somehow it's them who have accompanied me since the 90s and I always get back to them.

[@roomy45us]

I love your honesty mate, well done for making the right move for you and your family. Be proud, it takes a real man to admit where he's going wrong. For what it's worth, I learnt to play bass when I was 15 - because of your low notes, you and Mark have been my inspiration for my entire musical life. Thank you.

[@DadRockProject]

Thank you for the sobriety talk.

[@marioherrerosiles727]

Thanks for sharing this with us, such honesty. I will never forget seeing you at London Wembley arena together with Halestorm in the Fortress tour, what an amazing memory. Keep fighting the devil.

[@josephpretorius8607]

It's hard to get the recognition you deserve when you're in the same band as the best vocalist in the world and best guitar player in the world but him and Scott deserve so much respect as musicians

[@GeorgeValenzuela]

I love the sincerity and honesty with which this was delivered. Thanks for sharing Brian! You guys are the best!!

[@jimbrown9477]

brian is the unsung hero of all those bands he has been a part of. one of the most talented, unique, and underrated bassists of all time.

[@kintsuyoshi5930]

Press F to respect this Bro!

[@Radman_NZ]

I've been considering giving up the drink for a while now and after watching this I think...no in fact IT IS my New Years Resolution. Thanks Brian. l,,l,

[@charlieboyd2453]

No time like the present

[@666overloaded]

I love his playing and this was wonderful to watch.

[@stringstriker3418]

I’ve been listening to this guy rock out on the bass for over twenty years. We love you, Brian!

[@RG049]

Love from Sri Lanka! 🇱🇰 Long live AB! ♥️

[@ole661]

From the beginning, , Brian has inspired me to play bass. He is the quiet soul of Alter Bridge. Quiet but powerful. Way to go sir. You are an inspiration.

[@arnethetool9964]

Truth speaks volumes... "Reach down tonight and set me free. Save tomorrow... "

[@scottakam]

I saw AB play about a year ago. Dirty Honey was opening and their single had just gone to #1 that day. Brian wore a Dirty Honey t-shirt the whole show. Class act!

[@crtv1337]

Yay, glad you've included footage from concert in Poland! This was my first time seeing AB live, and that was amazing! I love the show, the tunes more than... i think any of your live shows i've seen/heard before! And this was the show, where i've noticed that Brian spent like 40% of his time near amps, trying to hear himself. Yeah, the sound on this arena was way too bassy, and i give him so much respect, for that he cared. He knew that a lot of people probably would not hear his bass, and still he wanted to give hist best to the ones who were not so close to speakers (just like my sweet place closer to the middle of the crowd). Amazing musician, he even pointed at me when he was playing at "my" sector of the stage...

[@tomsamuel77]

So eloquent, so humble, so honest. I absolutely love Brian and this band.

[@shivampattni4943]

This was awesome ! Great to hear Brian talk about himself. I'd love for there to be videos for each member. The use of the music was brilliant in setting the different moods of the video. Thank you Alter Bridge ❤️

[@alexmills3018]

Have been there on the barrier seeing alter bridge right in front of Brian and seeing this powerhouse of a bass player live was something I will never forget thank you brother!

[@robynevans1287]

😁💖❗ Thank you for creating & sharing this!🤗💖

[@stephenhall9456]

This was perfect and exactly what I needed to hear in these weird times without live music. AB was the last band I saw live since Covid. God I hope I can see you again! Your music is an inspiration! Thank you ❤️

[@teepee125]

Love Brian and been a fan since 1997!!! Way before AB....anywho, I am very happy to see how sober he is today. Was very sad when he and Donna divorced because I used to enjoy the two of them. Great interview and may he continue to have success. Now.. can we please get the ORIGINAL CREED back together?!!

[@scaile]

What a fantastic video, beautifully produced and great to hear Brian tell his story and speak about performing in such an emotional way. Great stuff!

[@bigdawgmomma9011]

Such a power thing to choose sobriety each day. Keep doing what you are doing. Rock On 🤘 ❤️ from 🇺🇸

[@MegaChorro123]

4:19 I believe that the New Way To Live b side off of the Blackbird recording sessions was written about him and his struggles. Great song!! Top underrated AB track for sure

[@dougvolinski5824]

One of the most melodic bass players ever. So very underrated.

[@Eddyspeeder]

Thank you for opening up the way you did. That takes courage. You're an inspiration to many!

[@lifebloodlock]

This was great! I often think we don’t hear a lot from Brian, and this was so amazing to get to hear his perspective on it all.

[@Cuzjudd]

I simply love Brian's bass tone

[@maggieniland9155]

So grateful that Brian took the time to give us an insight to his life. So glad he is part of Alter Bridge and I wish him and his family well ❤

[@podcastparlor4128]

Kickass. Brian and Flip are an incredible rhythm section!!

[@vladisot]

Really "It's Magical" I'm glad that discover Alter Bridge from very beginning. First 4 visit in Chicago were In House of blues with literally 200 people in there. Fan for life since than. Thank you, Brian for opening up ♥️

[@Mishka12369]

THIS is FANTASTIC!!! Brian brings the thunder everytime. Whoever had the bright idea to do this...THANK YOU!!! It's so great to hear him speak on his experience, both musically and personally. .