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genre spanning working in the Bridge could even be built. Alas, that never happened and what the rockers known as AB have constructed is an incredible fans base and body of work all on display on the 19-track record- ing that documents what an enormous presence AB have be- come on concert stages around the world. From the beautiful “Blackbird” to the explosive “Show Me A Leader” from their latest studio effort the guys ex- cel at putting out a big and bold sound. But, they can have their quieter moments as shown on the side closers “Watch Over You” and “My Champion.” What sets this release apart is the third disc of rarities and unre- leased tracks that any modern band would kill to call an album of their own. Myles Kennedy, Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall and Scott Phillips have created a powerful new musical creed and have gathered worldwide followers with a near religious fervor – and that’s a rare thing in Watch a video for “Blackbird” by Alter Bridge NJ STAGE 2017 - Vol. 4 No. 9 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 42