IT WAS AN unlikely project that stemmed from unusual connections and happy coincidence. And about a decade after its inception, Chicago alternative-music fixture Jason Narducy and Oscar-nominated acto

Expect the band’s usual full-on rock’n’roll, with previews of songs from the upcoming new album

They’re hoping their best album yet leads to the next step up.

With solo projects, other bands and a massive Creed reunion between them, there were whispers that Alter Bridge might be on the way out. Instead they regrouped, faced the dark side of our times, put their foot on the gas and recorded a brilliant new album.

They were ready to be big shots. Then their entry for 1987’s Eurovision misfired and killed their career, and they’ve regretted it ever since. But Heavy Pettin are back and gunning for glory.

The band’s original 80s singer returns with a new line-up and the same drive and ambition.