Live Review Alter Bridge w/ Big Wreck and Tim Montana @ The Fillmore Silver Spring — 11/7/26

Live Review Alter Bridge w/ Big Wreck and Tim Montana @ The Fillmore Silver Spring — 11/7/26

Alter Bridge brought their fall US tour to The Fillmore Silver Spring on Saturday, Nov. 7, delivering a powerful evening of hard rock that showcased the band’s musicianship, energy, and enduring connection with its fans. Formed in Florida in 2004 following the breakup of Creed, Alter Bridge brought together three former Creed members with vocalist and rhythm guitarist Myles Kennedy. The lineup, featuring Kennedy, lead guitarist Mark Tremonti, bassist Brian Marshall, and drummer Scott Phillips, has developed into one of hard rock’s most formidable ensembles. Tim Montana opened the evening with an energetic performance that quickly captured the audience’s attention. An animated storyteller, Montana shared anecdotes about growing up in poverty, his appreciation for legendary metal bands, and an occasion when he brought his band to a cookout with Delta Force personnel from Fort Bragg. Montana’s engaging introductions complemented his band’s impressive guitar work. One particularly memorable selection featured a studio recording of 13 Native American singers providing background vocals. Montana closed his well-received set with “Devil You Don’t.” Big Wreck followed with a hard-hitting performance driven by powerful guitars and drums. At times, the band displayed a Led Zeppelin-style groove while maintaining its distinctive sound. Both opening acts delivered outstanding performances that earned enthusiastic responses from the crowd. Still, there was little doubt that the audience had gathered primarily to see Alter Bridge. The headliners exploded into their opening number, “Silent Divide,” with a dynamic guitar introduction that quickly gave way to their signature hard rock sound. Alter Bridge sounded like a band operating at the top of its game, settling effortlessly into a commanding performance. Watch the official music video for “Silent Divide” by Alter Bridge on YouTube: “Addicted to Pain” and “Cry of Achilles” followed, drawing appreciative cheers and applause from the audience. Kennedy proved equally engaging between songs, establishing an easy rapport with the crowd. He noted that the band was mixing up its setlist on this tour, including at least one song it had never performed live before. Kennedy also praised the opening acts, describing Montana as an exceptional storyteller and expressing his admiration for Big Wreck. At another point, he reminded the audience that the music was being performed with live instrumentation, remarking, “That’s what happens when all the instruments are real.” The energy remained high throughout the set as Alter Bridge moved confidently from one fan favorite to another. “Before Tomorrow Comes” and “Broken Wings” were particular highlights, although the entire performance demonstrated the band’s remarkable consistency. Kennedy’s soaring vocals were on full display, complemented by Tremonti’s dynamic guitar playing, Phillips’ powerful drumming, and Marshall’s commanding bass lines. Together, the four musicians delivered the kind of polished yet forceful performance that has earned Alter Bridge such a loyal following over the past two decades. The Fillmore Silver Spring proved an ideal setting for the concert. The venue regularly hosts outstanding hard rock and metal performances, and the enthusiastic audience made this Saturday night another memorable occasion. Alter Bridge closed the evening with an encore featuring “Slip to the Void” and “Isolation,” delivering two final bursts of energy that left the audience wanting more. The band easily could have played another hour, judging by the crowd’s response. Watch Alter Bridge perform “Slip to the Void” live for VEVO on YouTube: For longtime fans, the concert was another reminder of why Alter Bridge remains such a compelling live act. For anyone who has yet to experience the band in concert, its current US tour offers an excellent opportunity. From the opening notes to the final ovation, Alter Bridge delivered a spectacular night of hard rock. Setlist 1. “Silent Divide” 2. “Addicted to Pain” 3. “Cry of Achilles” 4. “Fortress” 5. “Tested and Able” 6. “Open Your Eyes” 7. “Before Tomorrow Comes” 8. “Broken Wings” 9. “Watch Over You” 10. “Ghost of Days Gone By” 11. “Blackbird” 12. “Rise Today” 13. “Metalingus” Encore 14. “Slip to the Void” 15. “Isolation” Here are some photos of Alter Bridge performing live at The Fillmore Silver Spring on Nov. 7, 2026. All pictures copyright and courtesy of James Todd Miller. Here are some photos of Big Wreck performing live at The Fillmore Silver Spring on Nov. 7, 2026. All pictures copyright and courtesy of James Todd Miller. Here are some photos of Tim Montana performing live at The Fillmore Silver Spring on Nov. 7, 2026. All pictures copyright and courtesy of James Todd Miller.