With the excitement towards the release of his third solo album The Art Of Letting Go building, vocalist/guitarist/songwriter Myles Kennedy – known for his work with rockers Alter Bridge and Slash and the Conspirators – is releasing another song from the album. The song, Nothing More To Gain, is an upbeat track that continues to showcase the guitar-driven, rock-influenced direction that Myles is showcasing on his latest album. The Art Of Letting Go marks the return of Myles, backed by his band comprised of Zia Uddin on drums and Tim Tournier on bass. The album is scheduled for release through longtime label home Napalm Records on October 11th.
From the opening guitar riff of the title track The Art Of Letting Go to the haunting melody of album closer How The Story Ends, Myles Kennedy is back with a collection of songs that is sure to cater to old and new fans alike. Songs like Mr. Downside, Miss You When You’re Gone, and Saving Face showcase the memorable storytelling that has become synonymous throughout all of Myles’ projects. More songs will be available in the coming weeks leading into the October 11th worldwide release date.
The album’s debut single – the upbeat rocker Say What You Will – is currently moving up the US Active Rock charts with a bullet. The song is the most spun single of Myles’ solo career and has become an instant classic among fans and program directors alike. The music video – with over 1.2 million views to date – was directed by Gordy De St Jeor (Mammoth WVH) and tells the story of a bullied and timid student who breaks out of her shell with the help of a teacher, janitor and lunch person portrayed by Kennedy, Uddin, and Tournier in the school talent show. The music video is now available worldwide and can be seen below.
The Art Of Letting Go track listing:
1. The Art Of Letting Go
2. Say What You Will
3. Mr. Downside
4. Miss You When You’re Gone
5. Behind The Veil
6. Saving Face
7. Eternal Lullaby
8. Nothing More To Gain
9. Dead To Rights
10. How The Story Ends
The Art Of Letting Go will be available in the following formats:
-1LP Gatefold Splatter Royal Blue Die Hard Edition with Artprint, Record Butler, Slipmat (Napalm webstores only – limited to 300)
-1LP Gatefold Fuchsia (Napalm webstores only – limited to 400)
-1LP Gatefold Cristallo + signed card (USA Newbury Comics exclusive – limited to 500)
-1LP Gatefold Royal Blue (USA Best Buy exclusive – limited to 500)
-1LP Gatefold Baby Blue (USA and Canada indie exclusive – limited to 500)
-1LP Gatefold Marble Rose (band webstore only – limited to 300)
-1LP Gatefold Marble Blue (band webstore only – limited to 300)
-1LP Gatefold Marble Violet Black (band webstore only – limited to 300)
-1LP Gatefold Solid Viola (band webstore only – limited to 400)
-1LP Gatefold Black
-1CD Digisleeve Boxset with Bookmark, Note Book, 3 Pencils, Pin (Napalm webstores only – limited to 300)
-1CD Digisleeve + sticker and guitar pick (USA Walmart exclusive – limited to 1000)
-1CD Digisleeve
-Digital Album
To celebrate the release of The Art Of Letting Go, Myles Kennedy and his trio will be hitting the road in support of the new album. A six date UK run with support from Devin Townsend recently went on sale for November and December. 20 more newly announced dates are being added to The Art Of Letting Go Tour 2024 all across Europe starting in October. The additional European dates will feature support from Black River Delta and Cardinal Black. The band will also be bringing the tour to North America with dates set for January and February 2025. The 2025 dates will feature special guest Tim Montana. More information on all shows including links to tickets and VIP packages can be found at myleskennedy.com.
MYLES KENNEDY The Art Of Letting Go North American Tour 2025
Friday, January 17, 2025 – Joliet, IL – The Forge *
Saturday, January 18, 2025 – Minneapolis, MN – Varsity Theater *
Tuesday, January 21, 2025 – Flint, MI – The Machine Shop *
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – Toronto, ON – The Concert Hall *
Friday, January 24, 2025 – Uncasville, CT – Wolf Den at Mohegan Sun
Saturday, January 25, 2025 – Glenside, PA – Keswick Theatre *
Monday, January 27, 2025 – Boston, MA – Brighton Music Hall *
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 – Asbury Park, NJ – The Stone Pony *
Thursday, January 30, 2025 – Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Soundstage *
Friday, January 31, 2025 – Charlotte, NC – Neighborhood Theatre *
Sunday, February 02, 2025 – Nashville, TN – Brooklyn Bowl *
Monday, February 03, 2025 – Atlanta, GA – Variety Playhouse *
Wednesday, February 05, 2025 – Destin, FL – Club LA *
Friday, February 07, 2025 – San Antonio, TX – Vibes Event Center *
Saturday, February 08, 2025 – Dallas, TX – Echo Lounge & Music Hall *
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 – Lawrence, KS – Liberty Hall *
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – Denver, CO – Summit *
Friday, February 14, 2025 – Mesa, AZ – The Nile Theater *
Sunday, February 16, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre *
Tuesday, February 18, 2025 – Sacramento, CA – Ace of Spades *
Thursday, February 20, 2025 – Seattle, WA – The Neptune *
Friday, February 21, 2025 – Spokane, WA – Knitting Factory *
* with Special Guest Tim Montana
Myles Kennedy The Art Of Letting Go Tour 2024
Sunday, October 27, 2024 – Hamburg, DE – Gruenspan ^
Monday, October 28, 2024 – Copenhagen, DK – Pumpehuset ^
Wednesday, October 30, 2024 – Gothenburg, SE – Valand ^
Friday, November 1, 2024 – Stockholm. SE – Debaser ^
Saturday, November 2, 2024 – Oslo, NO – John Dee ^
Tuesday, November 5, 2024 – Berlin, DE – Columbia Theater ^
Thursday, November 7, 2024 – Warsaw, PL – Club Progresja ^
Friday, November 8, 2024 – Prague, CZ – Palac Akropolis ^
Sunday, November 10, 2024 – Budapest, HU – Akvarium Klub ^
Monday, November 11, 2024 – Vienna, AT – Arena ^
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 – Milan, IT – Alcatraz ^
Thursday, November 14, 2024 – Zurich, CH – X-Tra ^
Saturday, November 16, 2024 – Munich, DE – Technikum ^
Sunday, November 17, 2024 – Luxembourg, LU – Rockhal ^
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 – Frankfurt, DE – Zoom +
Wednesday, November 20, 2024 – Tilburg, NL – 013 +
Friday, November 22, 2024 – Cologne, DE – Kantine +
Saturday, November 23, 2024 – Paris, FR – Le Cabaret Sauvage +
Monday, November 25, 2024 – Glasgow, UK – SWG3 #
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 – Manchester, UK – Academy #
Friday, November 29, 2024 – Nottingham, UK – Rock City #
Saturday, November 30, 2024 – Birmingham, UK – O2 Academy Birmingham #
Monday, December 2, 2024 – Cardiff, UK – The Great Hall, Cardiff Uni Students Union #
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 – London, UK – O2 Forum Kentish Town #
Thursday, December 5, 2024 – Dublin, IE – The Academy +
Friday, December 6, 2024 – Belfast, IE – Limelight +
^ with special guest Black River Delta
+ with special guest Cardinal Black
# Previously announced date with Devin Townsend Acoustic Performance
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One Response
So during the first part of that video/lyric video I thought Myles was sitting on a toilet hahaha. As many of you know I’m a huge fan of Alterbridge. They have come a long way from their debut record in 2004 which to me sounded a bit too Creedish. They have morphed into a spectacular band with their own sound and identity. Nothing against Creed but Alterbridge is at a totally higher level.
They’ve all branched out to do side projects as well especially Mark & Myles. I enjoyed Myles’ first two solo records and the two new songs are solid as well. I’ve pre-ordered the cd and vinyl from Amazon. Can’t wait for it to come out.