*The Official AB Twitter/Facebook/Myspace Thread*

[Dark_Knight]

I did this over at ABB.net as well... feel free to post any AB related updates from Twitter, Facebook & Myspace etc. here.

Links:

http://www.myspace.com/alterbridge

Myles:
http://www.myspace.com/myleskennedyofficial
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Myles-Kennedy/28391671343

Mark:
http://twitter.com/MarkTremonti
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mark-Tremonti/30374294520
http://www.facebook.com/mtremonti

Brian:
http://www.myspace.com/brianmarshallofficial
http://twitter.com/brianamarshall

Flip:
http://twitter.com/Scott_Phillips

Elvis:
http://www.myspace.com/elvisliberace
http://twitter.com/ELVISLIBERACE

AB Fans Twitter Page:
http://www.twitter.com/alterbridgefans

Hopefully Michael can get the official AB Twitter up & running soon :)

Also I couldn't get Brian or Elvis' Facebook links to work because I believe they're private but they do accept requests so if you want to add them just do a quick search.

[Dark_Knight]

Latest update from Elvis...

"9 songs put together on the new Alter Bridge so far!!! WOW. I am really excited. This ones gonna be epic!"

[Dark_Knight]

Slash posted this on Facebook, looks like he's repaying Myles for singing on his record...

"Laying down a guitar solo for Myles Kennedy's new solo record. Song is fn' great."

Speaking of here's the tracklisting for Slash's solo record:

01. Ghost (Ian Astbury)
02. Beautiful Dangerous (Fergie)
03. Nothing To Say (M Shadows of Avenged Sevenfold)
04. Crucify The Dead (Ozzy Osbourne)
05. Promise (Chris Cornell)
06. By The Sword (Andrew Stockdale of Wolfmother)
07. Doctor Alibi (Lemmy Kilmeister)
08. Saint Is A Sinner Too (Rocco De Luca)
09. Watch This (Dave Grohl/Duff McKagan)
10. I Hold On (Kid Rock)
11. Gotten (Adam Levine)
12. We're All Gonna Die (Iggy Pop)
13. Starlight (Myles Kennedy)

[BSC]

I assume Slash is a guest then?!?

Win!

[Dark_Knight]

Yep... should be awesome!

Update from Brian:

"Still in preproduction though we have the weekend off. Songs are the best AB has ever written."

[XALTERBRIDGEX]

New Myles Myspace Blog:

Greetings


I hope you are all well.


We are already a month into the new year....pretty hard to believe. I feel like it was just yesterday when I was back home for the Holidays. The truth is, I have been down in Orlando putting together AB 3 for the last month. Things are moving along nicely. We are still in the middle of Preproduction with Elvis (our producer). He is bringing out the best in us like he always does. I think I will stop calling him Elvis and start referring to him as George.......as in George Martin (the 5th Beatle).

For those of you who don't know what the term "preproduction" means, I won't bore you with the gory details. I will say it is the most crucial part of making a record (other than writing the songs). It basically consists of sitting with the producer and making sure that the song's arrangements are solid. Does this verse need a different kick pattern? Does this riff have a smooth enough transition into that bridge? yada yada yada.

If one were to hear what we have completed thus far they might be led to believe that this is going to be a dark and heavy record...I am going to hold off on committing to that set of adjectives until the record is done and let you decide. How many times do you hear a musician (especially a Rock Musician) say "Dude, this record is gonna be the heaviest record of our career!" It gets kind of predictable. How refreshing would it be to hear a Rock artist describe his or her next record as "a collection of easy to digest radio singles that will please everyone from Soccer Moms to ABBA fans." Not that being a Soccer Mom is a bad thing......and I love ABBA!!!!! Who doesn't?

So what is happening with my Solo album? I'm trying to juggle my schedule so I can lay down the rest of my vocals and solos. Speaking of solos, yesterday Slash was kind enough to add some of his guitar genius to one of my tunes. As always, he knocked it out of the park! They don't call him one of the best guitarists of all time for nothing. I can't wait until you hear it.

I am still trying to figure out the best time to release my record. I have been inspired by those of you who have expressed that you are looking forward to it. It makes me happy to know that someone other than my Wife and dog will give it a listen.

I really do miss seeing all of you.....trust me, in the coming months I will return from the creative womb....back to a stage near you.

all the best


mk

[FreedomFighter]

Is that an offical FB page for Myles? Which one of those two FB pages (if either) for Mark are real?

[Dark_Knight]

All of them are legit... the fan pages are run by fans (improved by the guys) and the personal page of Mark's is run by Michael most of the time.

Here's some tweets from Jef Moll (AB's Engineer)...

"Alter Bridge is working up a song that seriously is giving me the chills!"

"Alter Bridge prepro... No place I'd rather be"
http://twitpic.com/1120gu

You can follow him at the link below...

http://twitter.com/1f_jef

[TrulyAmazing]

ya,alls already sounds so soothing THE BEST OF THE BEST OF THE BEST BLESSINGS AND STRENGETH ya,alls and always Thanks for the updates :rockon:

[XALTERBRIDGEX]

Tweet from Elvis:

"Alter Bridge prepro was awesome today! Everday is better than the last! Can't wait to start laying these down."

[TrulyAmazing]

Tweet from Elvis:

"Alter Bridge prepro was awesome today! Everday is better than the last! Can't wait to start laying these down."

:rockon: killer You Can Feel The Engery Oh Man And Whats Goin In To This New AB Record Its Going Be Awsome You Can Feel That Early Tense Of Whats Going Be Kept And Changed Thanks For The Frequint updates :rockon:

[XALTERBRIDGEX]

New Tweet from Elvis:

Getting ready to go to alter bridge prepro after a long weekend break. Just 6 days left before we leave to start tracking drums!!

:jam: :flip:

[Dark_Knight]

Mini-update from Flip's Mom (posted on the 7th)...

"They're all headed to south Fla next weekend to get ready to lay down the AB drum tracks--maybe bass as well--then my understanding is that they'll finish the recording in Orlando with Mark and Myles's tracks although that may have changed since I heard that. Scott hasn't told me any real details of the new songs except to say that they are all awesome. I'm hoping to get a listen to them maybe in early March when we're headed down there for a few days. Can't wait for the new music! (I like the AB-C thing!)"

[Dark_Knight]

New Tweet from Brian...

"AB3 is still in pre-pro and begin recording 2/15. Pumped about the new tunes! We look fwd to seeing you all on tour soon. Keep rockin, Brian"

[Dark_Knight]

New tweet from Elvis:

"Alter Bridge prepro wrapping up in two days. Beyond proud of these guys!! Gonna be epic!!"

[Dark_Knight]

Another...

"Alter Bridge prepro is done!! 16 amazing new songs to begin recording Monday!!! Going out to celebrate with the boyz on a job well done!!"

[Dark_Knight]

New tweet from Jef...

"Moving day"

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/7665/65935754.jpg

[TrulyAmazing]

New tweet from Jef...

"Moving day"

http://img7.imageshack.us/img7/7665/65935754.jpg
Thats Great News Thanks For Posting As Always Hopes They Dont Loose Noting Peace Ya,alls :rockon: double checks

[Dark_Knight]

New Tweet from Elvis...

"Alter Bridge setting up to track!"

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b199/JaredWard/66281650-039ecac1b8bb9d1bb707635194.jpg

and a couple pics of Flip's drums...

http://photos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs161.snc3/18867_310349043286_584758286_3355967_5099166_n.jpg

http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs261.ash1/18867_310355758286_584758286_3356013_8384131_n.jpg

[TrulyAmazing]

Those Are Lovley Pics Thanks For Posting DK :rockon: and updating us ON AB 3 Cant Wait

[Dark_Knight]

^You're welcome. Yet another update via Elvis...

"Getting drum sounds with Scott Phillips for the new Alter Bridge record!"

[Dark_Knight]

Another...

"Drum Tracking For Alter Bridge III begins today!"

[Dark_Knight]

New blog...

http://blogs.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendId=7326114&blogId=529311702

[Dark_Knight]

Elvis:

"Day 1 drum tracking Alter Bridge III done. 4 hot drum tracks in the can compliments of Mr. Scott Phillips!"

[Dark_Knight]

Brian:

"Alter Bridge has began recording. These songs are going to melt your face off."

[Dark_Knight]

Elvis:

"Just finished day 3 of drum tracking on Alter Bridge. 12 badass drum tracks in the can!"

[TrulyAmazing]

:rockon: :note: :note: :note: thanks Dk as always Peace Be Wit Ya, everything just feels so groovey even the peguins want to come out in play:cloud9: nevermind but again thanks for the updates

[Dark_Knight]

Updates from Elvis...

"Alter Bridge drums are done!!!"

"Alter Bridge drum tracking is officially done!! Many congrats to the great Scott Phillips."

[Dark_Knight]

Update from Elvis...

"Starting Bass with Brian Marshall!"

[Dark_Knight]

Another update from Elvis:

"Marshall and Dave Holdredge tracking bass with me!"
http://twitpic.com/14el00

[Dark_Knight]

Elvis:

"Day 2 bass AB. 4 songs deep!"

[Dark_Knight]

Elvis:

"Havin drinks with Phillips and Tremonti celebrating Scotts bday!!! Yeah!!! Miami party time! 7 bass tracks done."

[TheGreatDivide]

Brian Marshall:
8 songs in recording bass. AB3

[Dark_Knight]

Yay! someone other than myself updates the thread!!! lol Marshall rules.

[Dark_Knight]

Update from Elvis...

"Day 3 of bass done. 12 tracks in the can. Off to party like rockstars and celebrate Mr. Phillips birthday tonite! Vodka Red Bull anyone?"

[TheGreatDivide]

DK maybe if you weren't such a post diva :rolleyes:

[Dark_Knight]

New blog:

http://www.alterbridge.com/html/2010/02/23/alter-bridge-iii-recording-update-with-photos/

[Dark_Knight]

Elvis:

"Currently tracking song 15 of 17 on the bass with Brian Marshall!"

[TheGreatDivide]

Grat news, especially about it being dark. Always in a mood for dark

[BSC]

They keep on refering to the songs being "dark", that really gets me excited.

Darker songs can only mean heavier right...? Unless they pulled something completely amazing out of the bag.

[TheGreatDivide]

Usually "dark" songs are full of riffs and solos, as seen by previous AB songs (i.e Blackbird). They could also be dirty sounding as well.

[Dark_Knight]

Elvis:

"Time to finish the last two bass tracks and off to Orlando in the morning!"

[TrulyAmazing]

DK maybe if you weren't such a post diva :rolleyes:
:cool: they only one diva here ya,alls Dk does A perfect job keeping us updated and informed as our busy lifes goes on and so forth i gotta give credit where credit is due ya,alls

[TrulyAmazing]

Elvis:

"Time to finish the last two bass tracks and off to Orlando in the morning!"
sounds great thanks for updating diva as always :rockon:

[Dark_Knight]

New Tweet from Jef:

"With E, Flip, MK, in a club in Miami watching Marshall invade the dance floor!"

[Dark_Knight]

I think it's best to quit updating this thread since no one is discussing anything lol Anyway if you want the latest updates please visit the AB Facebook group or register over at ABB.net

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=233395121659
http://alterbridgeband.net/forums/index.php

[TrulyAmazing]

Alrighty but just in case anybody therfore decides to update lets just leave it open ya,alls :rockon:

[FreedomFighter]

Personally I like this thread getting updates from the guys. It works well for those of us who don't use Twitter or just aren't hardcore users

I say update on! :)

[TrulyAmazing]

Personally I like this thread getting updates from the guys. It works well for those of us who don't use Twitter or just aren't hardcore users

I say update on! :)
i agree thats whats i said Freedom Fighter ROCK ON everybody updates when they can

[TheGreatDivide]

From Mark's Facebook

Mark Tremonti - Just finished tracking all of my guitars for the album... This is going to be the best AB album to date, darker and heavier than ever before. Working with Myles on tracking vocals now, we are hoping for a September release!! Lata...

[TrulyAmazing]

From Mark's Facebook

Mark Tremonti - Just finished tracking all of my guitars for the album... This is going to be the best AB album to date, darker and heavier than ever before. Working with Myles on tracking vocals now, we are hoping for a September release!! Lata...
September Release Thats Sounds About Right Revolving Around The Creed Tour And Myles Solo Stuff I Feel Like Jerry Lee We Got A Whole Lots A Shaking Go On Over Here Over There Wating On All The New Stuff Thanks Great Divide For The Updates So So Much The Best Of The Best Of the Best :tremonti: :rockon: guys

[TheGreatDivide]

From Brian -

All 17 vocals done!! 10 harmonies done and ALL gtrs done on the new Alter Bridge record!

From Facebook

[TrulyAmazing]

From Brian -

All 17 vocals done!! 10 harmonies done and ALL gtrs done on the new Alter Bridge record!

From Facebook
Thanks For The Updates Going Be A Kick Ass Record Im A Waiting :rockon: AB Nation This Is AB 3 :)

[Dawn]

AB posted a new Bulletin on their myspace page

The Recording of Our Third Album is Finished

Hello Alter Bridge Nation,

We are pleased to inform you that the recording of our third album has been completed. It was an amazing journey and we believe that the songs that we have created are our most inspired and dynamic work to date. We all worked very hard on these songs, over a long period of time, and we are all fiercely proud of what we have recorded. We have played some of the rough mixes of the songs to a few of our "trusted ears" and they are telling us that we have absolutely topped the Blackbird album. The true test will come when we get to hear what all you fans think and we are very much looking forward to that day.

The next step in the process will be mixing, which will begin in mid-April, in New York. The mixing will probably take a few weeks and once that is finished, we will begin the difficult task of deciding which songs will make the album. The goal is to release the album in September, before our planned October tour in Europe that will start in the UK. Stay tuned here for the latest news and updates as they happen.

Keep Rocking,

Alter Bridge

Awesome! Can't Wait for the album! :D

[TrulyAmazing]

:tremonti: :flip: Thanks For The Updates My Fellow AB Nation wating september seems so long for AB 3 but some how ya,alls i like that this is one BRIDGE The Weight Wont Break :rockon:

[nagpo]

September? Ouch. I was hoping to get an earlier release. But I guess this gives time for the Creeds and Myles's world tour, and Myles solo record.

So let me get this straight...

1. Myles' solo record (in spring or summer)
2. Then Alter Bridge III (in september)
3. Scott Stapps second solo record (possibly anytime from November to February)
4. Creed 5 (Who knows, lol)

Could this be the probable order of things to come?

[BSC]

September? Ouch. I was hoping to get an earlier release. But I guess this gives time for the Creeds and Myles's world tour, and Myles solo record.

So let me get this straight...

1. Myles' solo record (in spring or summer)
2. Then Alter Bridge III (in september)
3. Scott Stapps second solo record (possibly anytime from November to February)
4. Creed 5 (Who knows, lol)

Could this be the probable order of things to come?

Sorry, but Myles has said he doesn't expect his solo material to debut until 2011.

Here's a rough schedule, based on my knowledge.

1) Creed rehearse, Myles rehearses with Slash, this should be happening now
2) Slash and Myles tour
3) Creed tour while Myles is off
4) AB3 release
5) AB tour
6) Well.. No one knows.

Also, we don't actually know anything about Scott's solo record, only that he's working on it. I expect that'll be out late 2010, early 2010.

I think September is a reasonable release date, there isn't much point in releasing it earler, since AB aren't touring then.

[TheGreatDivide]

From Mark on Facebook: In New York City finalizing the mixing process on the third Alter Bridge album. We can not wait to unleash it on the world later this year.

[TrulyAmazing]

From Mark on Facebook: In New York City finalizing the mixing process on the third Alter Bridge album. We can not wait to unleash it on the world later this year.
Praise JESUS :bounce: thanks guys for all the updates wit so much going on i figured on the knowlege of common since it would be another year before myles got his record out ....:rockon: And Peace Be Wit Ya,s

[TheGreatDivide]

From Mark: Been a long road mixing this AB record, finally decided Ted Jenson will do the mastering honors. 1st round sounds great! See you guys soon!