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.

Don’t have a plan. Don’t be cocky. Doing drugs is dumb. He knows what it’s like to be poor. He’ll know when it’s time to quit – and will. These things and more shape his world view.

A key figure in 70s pub rock is back with more songs “about politics or idiots with fingers on buttons”.

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Ever-busy Yes guitarist Steve Howe discusses the band’s recent US tour and plans for 2026, as well as his own upcoming solo releases.

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