Vocal Coach REACTS - ALTERBRIDGE 'Words Darker Than Their Wings'

[@ronaldnunley865]

Ken if you listen to the studio version of blackbird you will hear one of the best songs ever wrote

[@raneeshgomez]

Agreed!

[@paulschierl5295]

100% agreed!!!!

[@dovergrown]

Gotta do Blackbird! One of the best songs AND performances ever written. Gotta do Blackbird!

[@shuriken4852]

I respectfully disagree the live performance in Amsterdam is much better, as you can see body language and energy that you cannot get on an audio recording, plus when a band is as good live as those guys, why would you not go with the live performance.

[@g3synth205]

@@shuriken4852 Yeah, but his voice doesn't sound as good (subjective... I know). But wasn't he sick in one of the popular live performances? He just sounds rough compared to the album version. He sounds awesome in this one, WDTTW, and he sounds more like this in the studio version of Blackbird than the live one.

[@chrisgoss728]

If you are going to do Alter Bridge, you HAVE to do Blackbird. I like the Live from Amsterdam version personally.

[@PintadoProjekt]

I like the one from The Royal Albert Hall version. the Live from Amsterdam is also wonderful.

[@chrisgoss728]

@@PintadoProjekt Miles was sick at the Royal Albert Hall performance, so the vocals are better in Amsterdam. But it is also amazing.

[@kevinabraham9260]

Mr Lavigne reminds me of the enthusiasm my music teachers had which cultivated my love of music early on subscribed

[@TheHeath68]

LETS GOOOO! Hey man! A little back story on these guys, they formed back in 2004 when the band Creed broke up, lead guitarist Mark Tremonti, bass player Brian Marshall and drummer Scott Phillips (all from creed) hooked up with vocalist Myles Kennedy and theyve been going strong ever since! Just releasing their 6th studio album this past October of 19! And Mark Tremonti was just named Guitarist of the Decade by Guitar World Magazine! And actually the solo in their song Blackbird was also voted greatest guitar solo of all time by Guitar World Magazine as well! This song was written about a conversation between Myles and Mark about faith. Myles was having a hard time after his father past away and Mark was saying don’t lose hope, maybe there is something out there! That’s why they sing back and fourth to each other like they’re having said conversation. These guys are seriously incredible and severely underrated! You should really check out more from them! I kid you not, after 6 albums, i have not heard a single bad song from these guys! Also fun fact, they only got to run through each song ONE TIME before the show. That’s all the rehearsal they got with the orchestra, and they absolutely killed it!! AND this was the first time they’ve ever played this song live, Myles was always worried about the high note at the end and not being able to hit it... he CRUSHED IT!! Myles is the main front man but since Mark is so incredibly skilled he sings on a couple tracks and mainly harmonizes. Take care and hope to see you checkout more from them!

[@MsLivy919]

I LOVE that you have an admiration for "the boys" as much as I do! People usually look at me like "what is wrong with you?" Peace, brother.

[@brexton6623]

I had no idea Guitar World voted Blackbird to have the greatest solo of all time, that’s incredible

[@F13thvoorhees]

Mark Tremonti is honestly a really underrated vocalist, his solo act is fantastic. These guys are thoroughly talented musicians.

[@MrMichael51264]

FINALLY, Alterbridge has so much talent. Both guys have side projects, Myles sings for Slashes band as well as many other guest spots like the Sound of silence with disturbed in an awsome live version of that song.

[@aybarskokmen8884]

Blackbird live from Amsterdam is a must. Btw tremonti has a side project which he is the lead singer and Myles is the lead singer of slash and he also has two solo album. These guys are amazing

[@ragingstorm79]

Mark Tremonti, the lead guitarist, has his own band called Tremoni that he sings in and he was the lead guitarist of Creed. Myles Kennedy was a guitarist first and guitar teacher, he's the front man of Alter Bridge and also for Slash's (of Guns n Roses fame) band Slash and the Conspirators and he also has two solo albums which are folky and awesome

[@maxzero9647]

My favorite track by Tremonti is "Giving Up". It's very powerful.

[@PureJadeKid]

Not to show my Creed colors (here goes) but Tremonti was not the lead singer of Creed-that was Scott Stapp. Mark is amazing nonetheless because Mark rocks on vocals and on guitar, and is a great songwriter!

[@ragingstorm79]

@@PureJadeKid I said he sang in Tremonti and was the lead guitarist of Creed, not the singer :)

[@PureJadeKid]

@@ragingstorm79 Sorry yep I read that wrong multiple times. Cheers.

[@wynternight777]

Give "Blackbird" a listen. It's this generation's "Stairway to Heaven." Instant classic. That and "Someone to Watch Over You." You'll be blown away. I guarantee. :)

[@docorrea]

Blackbird....!!!!!!

[@METAL4EVER.]

It seems incredible to me that this band does not have the recognition it deserves in your country.Here in Europe they are biggest than in the United States. Greetings from Spain.

[@Dude1971Dad]

The best underrated band of the last 15 years. I don't know why they aren't bigger than creed because they are better than creed... A lot better

[@elchabuko]

Ken, brother, if you wanna hear Myles' very best vocal performance, please watch a song called "Watch over you" live from Amsterdam. It is just him and his acoustic guitar.

[@Dude1971Dad]

No I disagree, do the billboard studio version. MYLES sings the song too fast in Amsterdam and doesn't put that special something on the vocals....it is in the middle of a concert and he is all amped up. Billboard one is much, much better version

[@realcrunchy6572]

@@Dude1971Dad Yep Billboard is the best version

[@Dude1971Dad]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKO6gHuQfal4aac billboard version

[@timtam79]

The Billboard version is the best but listen to the live from Amsterdam, too.

[@PureJadeKid]

"Two frontmen." They both absolutely slay when they play guitar solos. Absolutely world-class lead guitarists, both of them! (Esp. Tremonti but Kennedy can hold his won.)

[@MrMagic1515]

I'm seeing Myles Kennedy in Orlando on his Solo tour. It's the second show at a 1300 person hall. September 8. He is so amazing. And a amazing guy. I can't wait

[@debmorton3310]

I thought he was going to talk right over the high note! I kept shushing him!

[@braddennis5442]

Alter Bridge is one of those rock gems. Listen to most any of their songs and you won't be disappointed. As many will suggest, Blackbird is among their best. Worth a review in the future.

[@kgockel4084]

I hoped a review of Alter Bridge would come! Please look at more of their songs! "Watch over you" is a beautiful ballad, definitely worth listening to...

[@gregpowell4930]

Simply the best rock band of this century, and could compete with the best classic rock bands of all time.

[@RobbieFitzgerald]

This song was inspired by a conversation between the two of them about religion. The album this song was on dealt a lot with Myles struggling with faith. Its a very special song and marked the first time they did co lead vocals. Killer. So glad you reacted to this.

[@oliverhanbergerholmes2490]

You have to listen to more alter bridge! They are utterly amazing! I strongly recommend blackbird and watch over you, but they have tons of good songs!

[@thetrademarkclan]

you need to play Alter Bridge "Blackbird" Live to understand his actual range, and that song has one of the greatest duel guitar solos you'll ever hear.

[@thetrademarkclan]

I have to say Miles Kennedy is one of the top three rock vocalist of all time (that I've heard) and I'm almost 60....have heard so many of them.

[@rmwvx]

Myles Kennedy is the best singer/frontman in the last 20 years. Period.

[@spirt010701]

Mark ain't no slouch.

[@paulawintrell8671]

Was at this show bloody fantastic . Longest standing ovation I have ever seen .

[@theprophecy11]

You gotta listen to Cry of Achilles from them, it's a sweet tune.

[@blairt2286]

I love this song!

[@kathleenandbruce]

Alter Bridge is the band Creed with Myles as the new singer. 7 albums and Mark Tremonti is founding member of Creed, Alter Bridge and his own band call amazingly enough Tremonti and they have 5 albums. Tremonti just came out with their 5th album called Marching in Time, you should give it a listen. Tremonti is considered to be one of the best rock guitarist in the world and obviously is one prolific song writer.

[@Aknight292]

Saw them live and I've never seen someone seem to sing as effortlessly as Myles Kennedy while simultaneously singing incredibly difficult songs. It never seemed to be a challenge for him. Just flawless.

[@TRPLD]

great reaction to one of my favourite bands... There are so many good songs out there... Thank you!

[@rainbowzebraunicornpegasus2962]

Myles Kennedy also did a duo with David Draiman/Disturbed on Sound of Silence. You must have a listen!

[@zachhoefs9543]

I always know what these reactions are going to say. But i watch anyway because Alter Bridge deserves the love.

[@robobitch12]

Finally! You need to listen to Blackbird live in Amsterdam. Its so worth it!

[@shuriken4852]

At this show they are backed by The Parallax Orchestra, which is, if I am not mistaken, specialized in arranging and performing modern music.

[@skyyjakk2560]

They both do some solo work. I HIGHLY suggest you do the live version of Love Only Heals by Myles, you can find it on his channel on KZbin. It’s one of my favorite songs ever.

[@nickbrown9639]

Favorite band since their inception, favorite guitarist of all time (Tremonti), favorite vocalist (Kennedy). When Creed merged with Mayfield Four, I became complete. Seen them 10 times now and can't wait to again. Damn 'Rona!

[@hazborg]

I was at this show! This song really was the highlight, they don't often play it live

[@ezzo1963]

Listen to studio version of Blackbird!

[@jordanclark6972]

Another song they played of theirs called “the end is here” it really includes the orchestra well

[@azja6666]

Please react to "Watch over you" from Bilbord acoistic session, if you realy want to hear Myles voice, which is a m a z i n g!

[@fireshadowed]

For "Watch Over You" I definitely prefer the Billboard acoustic version.

[@azja6666]

@@fireshadowed is what i say..

[@darrylberndt4242]

You must hear their song Blackbird. It's a gem

[@ryankooi8199]

They do both front other bands, Mark Tremonti (lead guitar) fronts his solo band “Tremonti” which sounds reminiscent of a more melodic Metallica, and Myles has solo records as well as fronts Slash’s band Myles Kennedy and the Consipirators. AB is the happy mix in between, but it’s ALL excellent 🤘🏼

[@nickoftime5759]

I got to meet Alter Bridge once. Nice guys. 😎

[@TheBeadleMachine]

I echo your comments on the mix. I was actually at this gig and sounded very unbalanced live where one song you couldn't hear the orchestra at all and another they would overpower the band! The final mix is much better (as I suspected it would be). Very tricky to mix live as you said.

[@carolineiredale3124]

I was also at this gig and have to agree about the mixing being dreadful. Some songs you could barely work out what they were singing. We were sat just to the side of the stage. My brother was also there but sat central and said it sounded great!

[@TheBeadleMachine]

@@carolineiredale3124 for the first half of the gig I was stuck in the rafters ABOVE those massive domes hanging from the ceiling - it sounded awful up there. I managed to sneak into the standing section for the second half as it was empty at the back by the sound desk but it still wasn't great. I remember thinking "I'm sure the BluRay mix will be better" but it was a shame on the night. Some songs were special to be there for - particularly the standing O for this song :-D

Great reaction... I love Alter Bridge, specially when they back their songs with orchestras. If you want to hear another unbelievable live performance with orchestra, you should check Dream Theater playing Illumination Theory live from the Boston Opera House ... It's amazing!!

[@luish777]

This performance was epic!

[@ninasugden4003]

Any Alter Bridge song is awesome but Blackbird is my favorite. Check it out you won't regret it!

[@mathewhutchins2539]

I have been fucking DYING for you to review this.

[@RedDev24]

Wow this performance almost always gets blocked on KZbin so well done for uploading it 🤘 You should definitely check out more from this band.....Myles Kennedy is an incredible singer

[@horrorspeaks]

If you want to hear Alter Bridge greatness then listen to Blackbird, so good. Also another amazing band is Ne Obliviscaris and their song and plague flowers the kaleidoscope.

[@kathrynirwin-meiste533]

If youve ever seen the movie rock star (with walberg ) he is the kid at the end of movie who sings along with walberg ..his voice is incredible . Gets pulled up on stage !

[@scottjswenson]

For another band with outstanding dual vocalists, take the way back machine to Triumph. You won’t be disappointed. Follow Your Heart, Fight the Good Fight, Lay It On The Line. Make sure do the live version - Halifax or Us Festival.

[@ejholt]

Won't repeat any of the details on Alter Bridge (AB) below, but Myles has been named vocalist of the year for the past several years, including his 1st solo album was named album of the year and his 2nd is just been released. He was also asked by the Zeppelin (Page, Jones, Bonham) to jam with them for a couple of weeks to replace Plant, when he wasn't interested in going out on the road with them as Led Zeppelin. 2 videos to check out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYOXkJaemNyppa8 and kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKO6gHuQfal4aac

[@mattelder68]

What Ronald said, agree 100%!

[@MsLivy919]

I SUBSCRIBED! As a long time fan of Alterbridge, over 15 years! Myles originally was of Mayfield Four & Mark Tremonti(lead guitarist) Brian Marshall(bass) &Scott Philips(drums) were of Creed with OG frontman, Scott Stapp before disbanding. PLEASE react to AB's earlier album, One Day Remains- "Open Your Eyes" & "Broken Wings". Then of course Blackbird album, etc. You will NOT be disappointed! Thank you!

[@aurelius8439]

Mark Tremonti is the other guy. He was the talent behind Creed and is a very good vocalist himself. In the guitar world though, he's a god!! Total S tier guitarist up there with the best

[@cbmalm]

wow don;t know of miles what stone you been under. you should check out the live performance he did covering the sound of silence with disturbed their performance together is AWESOME it;s a must see

[@ApexofWar_]

I think one thing that went a touch under appreciated about that high note is the amount of power and control behind it. I'm pretty sure that was a mixed voice high F which is damn impressive. The guy is a legit rocker, but also has a LOT of soul when he slows things down.

[@thatoneguy9473]

Alter Bridge is the members of Creed but with Myles Kennedy instead of Scott Stapp. Also I would recommend watching their live performance of Watch over you.

[@cando9109]

CREED Was awesome Scott Stapp vocals n Mark Tremonti together ❤ ALTERBRIDGE....formed after CREED disbanded

[@cando9109]

Check out CREED

[@Rodzilla5332]

Alterbridge is a rabbit hole well worth going down. There are more songs that showcase his vocals better. He is a powerful singer. Open Your Eyes is a great one. Other than that you can do Spiritbox Rule of Nines (studio vocal one take). Maybe. Please. Then Jinjer Teacher Teacher. Please tell me the time signatures on that one.

[@tinplatedave]

Alter Bridge is a top notch band with numerous classics. But If you’re interested in hearing a similar sounding voice with possibly even greater vocal range, check out Sebastian Bach from the band Skid Row. I suggest the song “I Remember You” It’s totally 80’s but he has a mind blowing voice.

[@PintadoProjekt]

You can also check out their Wonderful Life/Watch Over You.

[@Mandola-Jane]

Saw them live here in Dublin, what a blast, Have been a fan from pretty much the beginning and just say, this version, impressive as it may be orchestra wise, ist not the best by a long shot. Myles Kennedy is one of THE hardest working artists out there, closely followed by Dave Grohl, perhaps. It‘s a shame that this band is so dreadfully underrated. The downside to not being scandalous I guess. Brilliant reaction and explanation - thanks!

[@archibaldsalyards926]

Go find Myles sing. "Love Can Only Heal." His vocal range is unmatched!

[@brianjones8432]

Oh you sweet summer child....😏 Bands with multiple lead vocalists were extremely common in the 60's, 70's, and 80's. Starting back with the Beatles even. Some great examples would be the Wilson sisters from Heart, Kansas, Styx, Journey, The Doobie Brothers, Night Ranger, Damn Yankees (members of both Styx and Night Ranger with Ted Nugent)...etc...etc.... Could go on for days as we were inundated with them. All highly recommended for a watch. Great reaction BTW.👍

[@jidypowell8783]

You have to do Blackbird. And the Sound of Silence in duet with David Draiman and Myles Kennedy.

[@jamesnewcomb9834]

pleaaaaase do more alter bridge. and also some of mark tremonti's solo work, preferably from his most recent album "A Dying Machine" because its his best work so far

[@proscubadad]

Blackbird, watch over you. metalingus, open your eyes, breath again.

[@dcinsc]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!

[@SPak-rt2gb]

You want to hear the orchestra try the song The End Is Here" from the same concert

[@BastiXIII]

You should see his live with slash in rock am ring. Song title is Starlight.

[@sergeantwolf8018]

Band you absolutely have to check out: Sabaton. They just released a new single

[@realcrunchy6572]

Want to hear Myles Kennedy grit highly recomend Find The Real or Metalingus from Alter Bridge

[@jaegermeister1968]

I've already seen Myles with Slash and Alter Bridge live in Vienna, only I still miss the band Creed. I have no idea whether Creed still exists or whether Scott Stapp is already back on the road solo.

[@aaronshelley1834]

Was at this gig 😁. Epic!!!

[@thedistur6edguy189]

At the 8:10 mark: NOW can you tell which of the 2 is the lead singer, lol (no hate, I LOVE them both, lol)

[@Dude1971Dad]

If you react to more, even the bad recordings sound good. Always do them live though, they are great live

[@welshhomeboi]

There is a orchestra only version, if you fancy giving it a reaction??

[@AdamParkerMusic1]

Pitch corrected… watched wings of Pegasus video

[@mikew3563]

check out WATCH OVER YOU billboard version

[@SlashArmyPL]

There's an 'Orchestra Only' version of this performance, I'm sure someone already mentioned it.

[@spiderwrist]

You should check out Dir En Grey, especially Vinushka live to really get a feel for what they and the vocalist can do.

[@nosrednail]

You really need to check out Avantasia

[@jonnyjostar357]

Hi,I think you should listen do Deathklok it’s a group from serial but it’s amazing

[@cdesha]

Omg yes

[@heatherealy5018]

HI ken i subscribed !!! also i think you should check out Unleash the Archers - cleanse the bloodlines as well as Neverwake- incinerate

[@annie5842]

Check out Marks own band Tremonti too.

[@terrancefogarty4963]

Might I suggest Pardon Me by Incubus, or anything by them?

[@jasminecornish3973]

Best Alter Bridge performances for me are BlackBird Live from Wembley, (it is a tribute to the guy that sold Miles his very first guitar and became a mentor and friend) and Miles Kennedy's acoustic version of Watch Over You Billboard Studio Performance.

[@vickypolychronou6215]

Come ooooon not Wembley! The Amsterdam version is waaaay better!

[@jasminecornish3973]

@@vickypolychronou6215 ALL of them are great lol. Blackbird is a masterpiece!

[@vickypolychronou6215]

@@jasminecornish3973 yeah that's true!

[@IH8YH]

No Views, No Comments, 1 lIke DAMN I AM EARLY today!

[@zacharydunn5244]

React to “Lakini’s Juice” live at Paradiso

[@Porter_John]

Blackbird!!

[@orlathemming8689]

You should check out the band Savatage, tons of great songs with one of the most talented male singer. Maybe start with the song "Chance" or "Dead Winter Dead," or "Hall of the Mountain King" or "Gutter Ballet". You won't regret it, I promise 😁

[@catrionakerr3597]

I subscribed. Hi Ken. I have been binging on your videos. Love them. Some recommendations if you haven’t watched them. London grammar - strong- later with jools holland. A-HA take on me mtv unplugged live. Also Jose Gonzales heartbeats, othervoices live video. One of my favourite songs.

[@olivebranch9545]

Hey, please react to 'Gimme Gimme' by About us. It's an Indian rock band

[@Kentaro5891]

Hello! Could You please react to Kamelot "Elisabeth" That song is a real masterpiece.

[@BazirkTheGinger]

You should check out Sleep Token - Blood Sport (from the room below). You won't be disappointed. :) Have a great day!

[@topherthered]

Maiden May?

[@abuzarkhan238]

Hey ken! I hope you are doing fine please ken react to *tajdar e haram by atif aslam*

[@DecapitatedPlaythings]

I'm personally happy that it wasn't more in your face in the mix because it would take away some of what the band is trying to accomplish sound wise. They play some pretty heavy rock and you wouldn't want to over color it with the strings etc. In other words, don't do what Metallica did with S&M!! That was a big pile of shit for your ears to tolerate.

[@Warriorbox]

Would love to hear you react to Eva Cassidy - I don't see her on your channel and many believe she had an amazingly pure voice. Please take a look - thanks

[@lindsayheywood7195]

She had a beautiful voice, and her singing style is exquisite. I love her!

[@lindsayheywood7195]

Her version of Fields of Gold is my favorite of hers.

[@g3synth205]

Eva Cassidy is amazing, but I'm pretty sure that anytime any reaction channel ever tries to put up reactions of her videos, they're promptly taken down due to copyright claim. It's ashame too, since she has some truly amazing songs/performances.

[@Warriorbox]

@@g3synth205 Thank you for your reply. I have been looking and there are several reactions to Eva on KZbin... so not everything is being taken down - at least not in UK - perhaps this is more common in the US? Anyway - I do think Ken would enjoy her songs. Especially Somewhere over the rainbow or fields of gold. I hope he can do a reaction or at least experience the wonderful voice of Eva Cassidy.

[@g3synth205]

@@Warriorbox Have you listened to Autumn Leaves? That's definitely one of my favorites by her too. This is the one I'm talking about: kzbin.info/www/bejne/romlf593pdybZsU

[@speakp4ngolin]

Would be interesting to see an analysis of "Moon" (Turn A Gundam) or " Cats on Mars" (Cowboy Bebop) - Songs that are sung in conlang/made up languages