With less than six weeks until the arrival of their eighth studio album on January 9, Alter Bridge return with their brand-new single, “Playing Aces.” The track bursts open with the band’s trademark dual-guitar firepower as Myles Kennedy (vocals/guitars), Mark Tremonti (guitars/vocals), Brian Marshall (bass), and Scott Phillips (drums) lock into the muscular groove that has defined their sound for more than two decades. The propulsive verses build into a soaring, unforgettable chorus, highlighted by Kennedy’s declaration: “If I risked it all, I hope you’ll understand that I had to play my hand…”
“Playing Aces” is available now across all digital service providers. The accompanying music video—directed by J.T. Ibanez—is also out today and can be seen below.
Myles Kennedy explains: “The term ‘Playing Aces’ ties in with the gambling analogy of risking everything regardless of how many times you’ve failed in life. It’s a last-ditch effort to come out on top.”
With over twenty years as one of rock’s most consistently acclaimed bands, Alter Bridge continue to push forward. Renowned for their towering riffs, infectious melodies, and masterful guitar interplay, the quartet will release their self-titled eighth studio album on January 9 via Napalm Records.
Watch the official music video For “Playing Aces”:
The forthcoming album features 12 brand-new tracks that capture some of the band’s most compelling work to date. Songs like “Rue The Day,” “Disregarded,” and “Scales Are Falling” stand tall alongside staples from the Alter Bridge catalog. “Trust In Me” showcases the powerful vocal chemistry between Kennedy and Tremonti, with Myles taking lead on the verses and Mark commanding the chorus—an approach they flip on “Tested and Able,” one of the band’s heaviest introductions to date. “Hang By a Thread” is primed for the live stage, echoing the energy of fan-favorite anthems, while album closer “Slave to Master” delivers an epic finale and marks the longest track the band has ever recorded.
The first single, “Silent Divide,” continues its ascent at Active Rock and has already surpassed 4 million views on YouTube. Longtime producer Michael “Elvis” Baskette once again joins the band for the project, recorded over two months this spring at both the legendary 5150 Studios in California and at Elvis’ studio in Florida.
Pre-order your copy of Alter Bridge here.
Alter Bridge is currently available for pre-order in the following formats:
– 1CD 6p Digisleeve, 12p Booklet
– 2LP Gatefold Black, Lyric Sheet
– 2LP Gatefold Translucent Verde – Vetri (Indie exclusive)
– 2LP Gatefold Translucent Verde – Vetri + autographed postcard (Newbury exclusive, limited to 50)
– 1CD 6p Digisleeve + autographed postcard (Newbury exclusive, limited to 250)
– 2LP Gatefold Splattered Black Smoke/ White Orange Black, 12p Booklet (Napalm mailorder exclusive)
– 2LP Black, White Label Edition + hand-numbered Covercard (Napalm mailorder international-only exclusive)
– 2LP 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)
– 1CD 6p Digisleeve + “Hang By A Thread” Shirt Bundle (Napalm exclusive)
– 2LP Gatefold Splattered Crème Black, 12p Booklet (Band exclusive)
– 2LP Gatefold Mable Black Smoke, 12p Booklet (Band exclusive)
– 2LP Gatefold Cristallo Milk Glitter, Lyric Sheet (Band exclusive)
– 1CD Jewel Case (Ticket Bundle for Townsend exclusive) + Guitar Pick (Band exclusive)
Pre-order the first physical formats of Alter Bridge here.
Alter Bridge tracklisting:
“Silent Divide”
“Rue The Day”
“Power Down”
“Trust In Me”
“Disregarded”
“Tested And Able”
“What Lies Within”
“Hang By A Thread”
“Scales Are Falling”
“Playing Aces”
“What Are You Waiting For”
“Slave To Master”
“What Lies Within” video:
“Silent Divide” video:
To coincide with the new album, Alter Bridge will hit the road in support of the release on the What Lies Within Tour. The 31-date European run kicks off January 15 in Germany and wraps March 5 in Nottingham, UK, with Daughtry and Sevendust joining as special guests. The band has also announced a headlining US tour featuring Filter or Sevendust and Tim Montana on select dates. The trek begins April 25 in Orlando, FL and concludes May 24 in Tampa, FL.
Full ticketing information and VIP package details can be found at alterbridge.com.
(Photo – Chuck Brueckmann)
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