Probably the Most Underrated Duo Rare 2014 Alter Bridge “Blackbird” Video Resurfaces as Tremonti Prepares for Big 2026 Creed News!
A rare, long-buried 2014 live video of Alter Bridge performing their masterpiece “Blackbird” has suddenly resurfaced online and rock fans are losing their minds all over again. The clip, which captures a raw, thunderous performance of one of the band’s most beloved songs, has reignited a familiar debate among diehards and guitar obsessives alike:
Are Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti the most underrated duo in modern rock history?
Judging by the explosion of comments, shares, and breathless nostalgia flooding fan pages, the answer at least according to the internet is a resounding hell yes.
And what makes this resurfacing even more explosive is the timing: Mark Tremonti himself has just confirmed that he plans to “start working on new Creed music in 2026,” sending both Alter Bridge and Creed circles into a frenzy of speculation. Suddenly, the rediscovery of this iconic “Blackbird” performance feels less like an accident and more like the universe reminding everyone:
Tremonti and Kennedy are a force and they’re far from done.
A Performance That Defines a Band
“Blackbird” has always been Alter Bridge’s emotional crown jewel the song that even casual listeners point to when asked, “Why does this band deserve more respect?”
But this 2014 video is something else entirely.
Shot during the band’s tour behind Fortress, the performance shows Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti locked into a chemistry so tight it borders on telepathic. Kennedy’s shimmering, soaring vocals glide over Tremonti’s heavy, melodic precision, while the two trade guitar lines with the finesse of players who have spent decades sharpening each other.
Fans watching the resurfaced clip are calling it:
“Proof Myles and Mark should be mentioned with Page/Plant and Hetfield/Hammett.”
“A reminder that Alter Bridge should’ve become the biggest rock band on the planet.”
“Probably the most underrated duo in rock history and I’ll die on this hill.”
The video also captures what many fans consider the “purest” era of Alter Bridge when their ascension felt unstoppable, their shows overflowing with emotional weight, and “Blackbird” had already cemented itself as a modern classic.
Why This Clip Still Hits Hard 10 Years Later
Part of the magic behind this resurfaced performance is its timing within the band’s history.
By 2014, Alter Bridge were well past the “Creed spinoff” label critics unfairly slapped on them in the early 2000s. They had carved out their own identity darker, heavier, more technically ambitious, and powered by a frontman with one of the greatest vocal ranges in rock.
This particular version of “Blackbird” hits like a freight train because it captures everything that makes the band beloved:
Myles Kennedy At His Peak
Kennedy’s vocals in this performance are nothing short of jaw-dropping — equal parts soulful, powerful, and emotionally drenched. His ability to hit massive notes while simultaneously playing intricate guitar parts is something only a handful of modern frontmen can do.
Tremonti’s Guitar Work Is Ferocious
Tremonti has always been a musician’s musician — relentlessly fast, deeply melodic, and always tasteful. In this clip, his playing is pure fire, delivering a solo that fans are still dissecting on forums a decade later.
3. The Dual Solo A Moment for the Ages
Every “Blackbird” performance is defined by the legendary back-to-back guitar solos, but in this rare 2014 version, the timing, tone, and emotional force feel especially powerful. Kennedy’s melodic phrasing melts seamlessly into Tremonti’s shred-heavy assault, creating a moment that many fans consider one of the greatest dual-solo sequences of the 21st century.
Why Fans Say They’re the Most Underrated Duo in Rock
The resurfaced video has poured gasoline onto a debate that’s been burning for nearly twenty years.
Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti check every box of a legendary rock duo:
World-class vocals
Elite guitar chops
Songwriting that blends technicality with emotion
Consistency across multiple albums
A dedicated but criminally undervalued fanbase
And yet, for reasons even longtime fans still can’t understand, Alter Bridge have never received mainstream recognition equal to their talent.
Some blame the timing they rose during the era of pop dominance. Others say their musicianship is “too good” for casual radio audiences. Many argue they’re simply the best-kept secret in rock.
But with this video blowing up again, that “underrated” title may finally start to fade.
The Tremonti Bombshell: Creed Music Coming in 2026
Just as fans were rediscovering this iconic moment in Alter Bridge history, Tremonti delivered the biggest jaw-dropper of the year:
Creed is preparing for new music with work beginning in 2026.
After a massively successful reunion tour that sold out arenas worldwide, the announcement sent shockwaves through both fanbases. Tremonti’s schedule for 2025 is already packed, but he has made it clear: next year he hits the studio.
What does that mean?
New Creed songs for the first time in nearly 20 years
A potential full album
Massive tours likely to follow
And a resurgence in everything Tremonti touches including Alter Bridge
And that’s where things get even more interesting.
Because whenever Tremonti returns to the spotlight, fans start revisiting his entire catalog especially Alter Bridge’s most iconic moments. The resurfacing of this 2014 “Blackbird” video feels like a preview of what’s coming:
A mass rediscovery of one of rock’s greatest modern duos.
A Reminder That Greatness Doesn’t Fade
As the 2014 “Blackbird” clip continues spreading across fan pages and music channels, the message is clear:
Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti are still at the top of their game, and the world is finally paying attention again.
With Creed gearing up for a major 2026 comeback, Alter Bridge’s legacy is receiving a new wave of appreciation and if this resurfaced performance proves anything, it’s that Tremonti and Kennedy were never “underrated.”
They were simply ahead of their time.
And now, a decade later, the world is finally catching up.
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