With more than two decades performing together, acclaimed rockers Alter Bridge show no signs of slowing down. Known for its memorable riffs, infectious vocal melodies, and dueling guitar attack, the quartet — comprised of Myles Kennedy on vocals/guitars, Mark Tremonti on guitars/vocals, Brian Marshall on bass, and Scott Phillips on drums — has garnered massive critical and fan acclaim around the globe.
The band looks to continue that trend with the release of its self-titled eighth studio album next year via Napalm Records. Alter Bridge will be made available on January 9, 2026, and the first physical formats can be pre-ordered now.
Alter Bridge is comprised of 12 all-new tracks from the band and features some of its most iconic moments on record. Songs like “Rue The Day”, “Disregarded”, and “Scales Are Falling” will fit alongside any of the classic songs from Alter Bridge‘s catalog. “Trust In Me” shows Myles and Mark sharing vocal duties as Myles handles the verse duties while Mark takes the chorus. That strategy is flipped on “Tested And Able” as Mark handles the verses and Myles takes on the choruses behind one of the band’s heaviest intros to date, giving way to an unforgettable melody.
“Hang By A Thread” is sure to become a show favorite as it hints at some of the most popular songs in the band’s catalog. The album closer “Slave To Master” is an epic track that Alter Bridge has come to be known for and is the longest song the quartet has recorded to date.
Alter Bridge was once again helmed by the band’s longtime collaborator and producer, Michael “Elvis” Baskette, and was recorded over two months this past spring at the legendary 5150 studio in California and Elvis‘s recording studio in Florida.
Alter Bridge is currently available for pre-order in the following formats:
- 1-CD 6p Digisleeve, 12p Booklet
- 2-LP Gatefold BLACK, Lyric Sheet
- 2-LP Gatefold TRANSLUCENT VERDE – VETRI (INDIE exclusive)
- 2-LP Gatefold TRANSLUCENT VERDE – VETRI + autographed postcard (NEWBURY exclusive, limited to 50)
- 1-CD 6p Digisleeve + autographed postcard (NEWBURY exclusive, limited to 250)
- 2-LP Gatefold SPLATTERED BLACK SMOKE/ WHITE ORANGE BLACK, 12p Booklet (Napalm mailorder exclusive)
- 2-LP BLACK, White Label Edition + hand-numbered Covercard (Napalm mailorder international-only exclusive)
- 2-LP Gatefold MARBLE COLORLESS BLACK & RED BLACK OLD PURPLE, 12p Booklet (Napalm exclusive)
- LP Box incl. 2-LP Gatefold SPLIT BLACK/MILK, 12p Booklet, 5-Tack Bonus Picture Vinyl in Plastic Sleeve, Artprint (Napalm mailorder international-only exclusive)
- 1-CD 6p Digisleeve + “Hang By A Thread” Shirt Bundle (Napalm exclusive)
- 2-LP Gatefold SPLATTERED CRÈME BLACK, 12p Booklet (Band exclusive)
- 2-LP Gatefold MARBLE BLACK SMOKE, 12p Booklet (Band exclusive)
- 2-LP Gatefold CRISTALLO MILK GLITTER, Lyric Sheet (Band exclusive)
- 1-CD Jewel Case (Ticket Bundle for Townsend exclusive) + Guitar Pick (Band exclusive)
Alter Bridge will be touring in support of the release. The band is heading out on the “What Lies Within” tour. The 31-date European leg of the trek will kick off on January 15 in Germany and will wrap on March 5 in Nottingham, U.K. Support on the tour will come from Daughtry and Sevendust. Public on-sale for all shows is July 18.
Alter Bridge 2026 Tour Dates:
01/15 – Hamburg, Germany – Sporthalle
01/17 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
01/18 – Oslo, Norway – Sentrum Scene
01/20 – Stockholm, Sweden – Annexet
01/22 – Helsinki, Finland – Ice Hall Black Box
01/24 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Kb Hallen
01/25 – Berlin, Germany – Columbiahalle
01/27 – Gliwice, Poland – Prezero Arena Gliwice
01/28 – Budapest, Hungary – Barba Negra
01/30 – Vienna, Austria – Gasometer
01/31 – Zagreb, Croatia – Bocarski Dom
02/02 – Rome, Italy – Atlantico
02/03 – Bergamo, Italy – Choruslive Arena
02/05 – Zurich, Switzerland – The Hall
02/06 – Lyon, France – Halle Tony Garnier
02/08 – Barcelona, Spain – Razzmatazz 1
02/10 – Lisbon, Portugal – Sagres Campo Pequeno
02/12 – Madrid, Spain – Palacio Vistalegre
02/13 – Bordeaux, France – Arkea Arena
02/15 – Luxembourg, Luxembourg – Rockhal
02/17 – Oberhausen, Germany – Oberhausen Turbinenhalle
02/18 – Paris, France – Zenith
02/20 – Munich, Germany – Zenith
02/22 – Amsterdam, Netherlands – Ziggo Dome
02/23 – Brussels, Belgium – Ancienne Belgique
02/25 – Newcastle, United Kingdom – Utilita Arena
02/26 – Manchester, United Kingdom – Ao Arena
02/28 – Dublin, Ireland – 3arena
03/02 – Glasgow, United Kingdom – Ovo Hydro
03/04 – London, United Kingdom – The O2
03/05 – Nottingham, United Kingdom – Motorpoint Arena
