Alter Bridge - Tribute to Chris Cornell (Blackbird) Kel-n-Rich First Reaction

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  • Watch and Listen to Kel-n-Rich's HIGHLY EMOTIONAL First Reaction to Blackbird by Alter Bridge. Thank you to those who recommended this special performance for us. You know who you are!
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  • @richardtang6958
    @richardtang6958 5 років тому +274

    Alter Bridge are undoubtedly currently one of the best rock groups around at the moment. Myles Kennedy vocals are amazing Mark Tremonti lead guitar is exceptional! You won't be disappointed with pretty much all their albums

    • @stefandedalus7103
      @stefandedalus7103 5 років тому +6

      Mr Kennedy & Mr Tremonti and the other guys are the Universe - Heh Slash. you're in here too. You know.

    • @SageNemesis
      @SageNemesis 5 років тому +12

      I consider them to be one of the best bands of all time. Every single one of their albums is outstanding. My favorite part about them is how uplifting their music is. Absolutely one of my favorite all time bands.

    • @Freedum_Fries
      @Freedum_Fries 5 років тому +1

      FACTS!!!

    • @fusion7246
      @fusion7246 5 років тому +3

      Not to mention the song writing from them

    • @fusion7246
      @fusion7246 5 років тому +5

      @@SageNemesis even their emotional songs, like this one, have an uplifting quallity

  • @kennysoriginalmusicchannel5916
    @kennysoriginalmusicchannel5916 5 років тому +110

    Tears are silent respect and admiration when we can't speak.

  • @stevecain6377
    @stevecain6377 5 років тому +162

    Quote from Myles Kennedy: "Blackbird" was inspired lyrically by a friend of mine named Mark Morse. He sold me my first guitar when I was a kid, and we stayed friends for years and years. He actually passed away right as that song was being completed so it was dedicated to him and his memory. It's really about seeing the suffering he was going through and hoping he would find his solace soon and be free from all of that.

    • @mikephillips4001
      @mikephillips4001 4 роки тому +18

      Mark Morse also sold me my first guitar - November '83, an Arbor strat. He hot rodded it for me at no charge and I later traded it for my 74 LP Custom which is still my main guitar today. He was a great friend to many a young kid who dreamt of becoming a guitar hero. We miss having him around because he was such a great friend to talk guirar stuff! Yes, Myles dedicated it to Mark and it was hard to lose a good friend.

    • @allandriver2066
      @allandriver2066 4 роки тому +4

      Mike Phillips Thankyou for sharing. 🙏

  • @williamkramer9731
    @williamkramer9731 2 роки тому +8

    You can't listen to that song without the remembrance of a loss, or many losses, punching you right in the chest. That is as real as a song gets and you could tell every single detail out into that was worked on hard and to perfection. Absolute masterpiece.

  • @ryankibler7973
    @ryankibler7973 3 роки тому +10

    Most under-rated band of the last 20 years. Top notch musicians, great live act, and super nice guys

  • @TrumpTrain86
    @TrumpTrain86 5 років тому +22

    When Creed dropped Scott Stapp, and picked up Myles Kennedy, they became Alter Bridge. It was the best thing that ever happened, Myles Kennedy paired with Mark Tremonti is rock epicness!!!!!!!

  • @Skydawg55
    @Skydawg55 5 років тому +3

    Glad you enjoyed. They've been my favorite band since their first album in 2004. The song was actually written about the death of the leader singer's (Myles Kennedy) first guitar teacher. They are hands down the best rock band on the planet right now. Every sick song of theirs kicks ass. Not a single bad tune through 5 albums. Check out "Wonderful Life", "In Loving Memory" and "Watch Over You". All beautiful songs of loss and suffering of loved ones.

  • @davesmith4933
    @davesmith4933 4 роки тому +39

    Guys. I cried the first time I heard thIs song. Its the best "new" metal song in the last 20 years. Hands down.

    • @davesmith4933
      @davesmith4933 4 роки тому +3

      And truth disclosure: I also cried the first time I heard Alter Bridge's In Loving Memory, and Wonderful Life. Also Daughtry's Open Up Your Eyes . I cry EVERY time I hear it. So beautiful and emotional. Deep.

    • @thelastjuiceblender5915
      @thelastjuiceblender5915 4 роки тому +3

      @@davesmith4933 life must go on and wonderful life are underrated AB songs.. These two and blackbird are my favorite from this group...

    • @Ravenstorm163
      @Ravenstorm163 2 роки тому

      this is not metal

    • @dongill9650
      @dongill9650 2 роки тому +1

      @@Ravenstorm163 so what.

  • @jamesmccormick875
    @jamesmccormick875 3 роки тому +4

    This was better than the recorded version and the recorded version is a masterpiece.

  • @alexroyster182
    @alexroyster182 5 років тому +27

    I'm sorry for you loss. R.I.P. to your son. This song is perfect for you. My step daughters father was murdered three years ago and I didn't know what to say to her but I told her that I'll always be there for you and I would like you to listen to this song. I gave her my MP3 and let her listen to it. After she got done she came up to me and hugged me and said Thank you. I just told her im sorry for what happened to your dad and that I can't replace him but I promise I'll try to always be there for you. A cool thing it the singer frontman Myles Kennedy is from my hometown of Spokane,WA. He used to teach guitar at a place next door to a barber shop. The name of the place was called Learn to Burn 🔥 not only can he sing great but he can shred the guitar too. My friend went to high school with him and Craig Montoya from the band everclear. Mead high school class of 89 had some talented people in it.

  • @xtop23
    @xtop23 7 місяців тому +2

    Years later and all I can say is….. respect and love for you two. Tough song for people with history to watch. Hits deep. Hold your heads high and breathe some clean air. Survivors deserve bliss. All my best.

  • @frankdeutan
    @frankdeutan 2 роки тому +2

    Strong is not the one who can endure and forget suffering, strong is the one that can succumb and accept it.
    I love this song, it brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it since it reminds me of my grandmother who was more like a mother than my biological one. I loved your reaction and as always I hope you two are doing great.
    Love and thoughts from Argentina.

  • @kevinfranks5954
    @kevinfranks5954 5 років тому +3

    One day this band will get credit for how great they really are!!!! Incredible songs and musicianship-amazing amazing

  • @martinlaporte2112
    @martinlaporte2112 4 роки тому +10

    This song is about one of Myles's friends, who sold him his first guitar, and how he died of cancer. He speaks to him through
    this song in a very touching way. This song is their " Stairway to heaven". Thanks for posting.

  • @edgartomas4452
    @edgartomas4452 5 років тому +1

    I lost my grandfather who was more than a father to me and lived for almost 12 years without mourning.
    When I say that it was this song that set me free, it's because it says everything I felt, I feel, and I'll feel it until I'm with him again.

  • @LittleSuzi86
    @LittleSuzi86 4 роки тому +1

    I lost my younger sister to cancer only 49 yrs old, we where three years she difference and when I heard this song during their concert a few years after she passed standing in the crowd looking up to the sky!, I could feel my sister ( and she was my best friend too) I sang along with tears came pouring down my face. It was an incredible feeling to hear this masterpiece of a tribute while singing it to my sister looking up at the heavens! I know you both felt the power and magic of this while listening too and you were hinking about your loved ones who passed on. We will be reunited with them someday, I really believe that too!💯💖🎸🙏💙😭 Miss her so much. TY for this video. you two are great together, I see the bond of love you have.

  • @PeeVee1979
    @PeeVee1979 5 років тому +38

    I discovered this song last summer and listened it more than 20 times during my vacation and cried every single time.
    "Some day I too will fly and find you again."

  • @ClaudioSanchezCC
    @ClaudioSanchezCC 2 роки тому +1

    The strength to listen to that song just 11 weeks after your sons passing , i commend you.

  • @jed70
    @jed70 5 років тому +36

    Alter Bridge is huge all over the world, just not right here in the US. It's absurd. Rock on and help them reach a wider audience. .\../

  • @thanos619
    @thanos619 5 років тому +1

    He wrote this for his friend Mark Morris who passed a way from cancer. Mark was the guy whole sold Miles his very first guitar as a teenager. This song hits so hard in the feels. Tears every time.

  • @cufiish
    @cufiish 5 років тому +1

    Chris , singer for singers, artist for artists...he is dearly missed.

  • @jamesmccormick875
    @jamesmccormick875 3 роки тому +1

    I loved Chris Cornell. To me he’s the best Rock/Metal singer. Having Myles my second favorite singer do this tribute is amazing.

  • @shamalamadingdong5718
    @shamalamadingdong5718 5 років тому +135

    I know that I suggested this song a few times and it was meant as a dedication to you two and your loss. Such a beautiful song. I have told many people that Alter Bridge is criminally ignored on reaction channels and in the rock/metal scene in general. Everything they do is done with a purpose and there is such passion and emotion in their music. They have got me through so many tough times in my life and I hope you two continue to explore them some more and find a few songs that stick with you also.
    Great reaction and I was teary eyed myself watching this with you. Much love and respect!!

    • @MrMichael51264
      @MrMichael51264 5 років тому +2

      Great comment..

    • @shamalamadingdong5718
      @shamalamadingdong5718 5 років тому +3

      @@MrMichael51264 thanks! 🤘

    • @St3yn012
      @St3yn012 5 років тому +2

      Alter Bridge has this weird thing going on where they're a pretty big band but no one seems to know them at the same time.

    • @TheAlexheald
      @TheAlexheald 5 років тому +1

      Thanks Shama longa ding dong 😂

    • @shamalamadingdong5718
      @shamalamadingdong5718 5 років тому

      @@TheAlexheald 😂

  • @scottpollack1007
    @scottpollack1007 3 роки тому +5

    Kel and Rich, you guys are AWESOME! Alter Bridge is PHENOMENAL! Miles Kennedy is the Best rock singer out there today in my opinion and Mark Tremonti is incredible on Lead Guitar! Scott Phillips on drums is no slouch and Brian Marshall on Base rounds out this TREMENDOUSLY TALENTED BAND! SLASH wanted to team up with an awesome Lead Singer and naturally, he chose Miles to fill the slot! That right there proves that Miles has the “Chops”!

  • @MrMagic1515
    @MrMagic1515 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Rich and Kel....My dad and sister died in a car accident when I was 6 years old. My dad was 29. And my sister it happed on her 10th birthday.. I miss them everyday. I understand the pain..I sleep on my daddys' grave. Everytime I can. My sister was so beautiful. She was an angel....I blame myself for their death. They were coming home from taking me to the airport. This song I play on there anniversary of passing. As I write this, I am crying tears of my loss and yours. You honor Jared and it's beautiful. I don't know you, but I love you. You are keeping his spirit alive. And us as viewers are priveledged for the honesty you both have. Your son is a Blackird with no pain. I have 2 tours in Afghanistan and have seen horrific things Those things are nothing compared to that. But that doesn't mean my heart can't 💔. No natter how many years go by. And me having a son myself I feel even more heartache because if something happens to me, I know he wouldn't be able to take it...Anyway guys. Keep doing what you are doing. It's very special.....If you wanna another Alter Bridge song. "Watch over you" Acoustic Billboard version....much love from Ft.Bragg. 😘

  • @mariorabottini5687
    @mariorabottini5687 2 місяці тому +1

    Isn’t it amazing where sometimes we can find peace! This song touches the most beautiful parts of our inner soul! You can feel every word he sings! A truly beautiful song! May love, hope and peace be with you always!

  • @erikthestage2639
    @erikthestage2639 Рік тому +2

    I've seen enough of your first response vids to know that when Kel says nothing, She has spoken volumes. Rich, you held yourself together well. I get teary eyed listening to this and that's as nothing more than a fan of great music! Continue on my friends!

  • @Thranng
    @Thranng 5 років тому +37

    I am totally feeling your pain. Lost my brother to epilepsy almost 4 years ago when he was 17. It was always painful seeing him having seizures. My condolences to you two. Have been a subscriber for a while now but never heard the story behind your son's death. But I think the pain is always a great reminder that he is still with you in some form like my brother is with me. One song that really helped me cope with all of that was Veil of Elysium by Kamelot, especially the part where Tommy sings "One day I know we will meet again". So one day I will be reunited with my brother as you will be with your son.

    • @Kel.N.RichReactions
      @Kel.N.RichReactions  5 років тому +12

      We are speechless.....Thank you so much for your kind words, your encouragement, your wisdom and for sharing your story. We certainly appreciate how hard it is to carry on when those special people are no longer here.
      Please accept our most sincere condolences for the tragic loss of your dear brother. Our hearts are with you as well. Epilepsy is a terrible thing to live with. The seizures are awful.... smashing the head on coffee tables, hitting the floor, the constant biting of the cheek and tongue, then not being able to talk or eat.... we know its horrors all too well. We are so, so very sorry for your loss.
      Please post this hashtag and the names of those you have lost as a reminder to all that they Rock In Peace - our new meaning for RIP:
      #RockInPeace Jared Ricks
      Thank you so much for being here with us on the channel and being who you are.
      RnK

    • @Thranng
      @Thranng 5 років тому +5

      @@Kel.N.RichReactions Thank you as well for your equally kind words. One good thing with my brother was that he could somehow sense a seizure coming a few seconds in advance so he could take precautions not to hurt himself or anyone else most of the time.
      It was still painful to watch him more or less unable to do anything other than watch out.
      #RockInPeace Joshua Andy Biewald

  • @robertsimon276
    @robertsimon276 3 роки тому +1

    New fans just realizing the awesomeness of Alter Bridge! They are great!

  • @cat-o-matic
    @cat-o-matic 5 років тому +77

    I first heard "Blackbird" in early February of this year while watching a music reaction video. My mom passed away March 18 and I had this song played at her memorial service. It now has a special meaning for me and every time I hear it, I weep. Beautiful song.

    • @shamalamadingdong5718
      @shamalamadingdong5718 5 років тому +9

      Sorry for your loss. You should check out In Loving Memory from Alter Bridge. Mark the guitar player wrote it for his mom after she passed away. The live performance from Amsterdam is really amazing also. Take care!

    • @salvatorebaleno9807
      @salvatorebaleno9807 3 роки тому +2

      My mother helped influence my taste in music in a huge way! Music was always a way for her and i to bond. I actually shared Alter Bridge and Myles Kennedy with Slash with her and she LOVED his voice! Not only is this my favorite band but also now they hold a very special place in my heart since my mother passed away about a year and a half ago.

    • @briangadd4639
      @briangadd4639 Рік тому +2

      me too! . 2/2/2022 T.S. BEST FREIND EVER!!

  • @michaeldavies4697
    @michaeldavies4697 3 роки тому +2

    I have been a fan of AB from the start and yet each time I hear this song, I get strong feels and find I don't want to make eye contact with anyone for about 15 minutes as my eyes will be very red. I know so many people that have left us and I sincerely hope they are not broken any longer. To me, this is about as perfect a song as exists in all of music.

  • @billycolburn1563
    @billycolburn1563 2 роки тому +2

    Kel & Rich, first time seeing this video. I am a hard man. Hardened by serving not one but two branches of the military. Army & Navy. 15 years. Land & Sea. Soldier & Sailor. I have seen many places. Many cultures. Many ways. But as I watched this video. I changed more than all those other things combined. Thank you. Sorry for your loss. I too have lost. But I know beyond any path ever endured is the destination. To see that loved one again. Until then we have so much to do. Because of our loss, we now live for someone else as well as ourselves. Do what you feel inside of you. Is it you or is it because of your love for them? Only time will heal us. Only time will change us. So we understand the purpose. The reason. Why we love. Why we cry. Why we live. I feel healed of some flaws in my being today. Because of you!! Thank you! I have a simple request, if you ask, I will share it with you. Love you guys, I feel your son is so proud of you. You have shared his beam of light into this dark world. For that, I am so proud of you two.

    • @Kel.N.RichReactions
      @Kel.N.RichReactions  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Billy. Kel and I have just read this very special letter together. We so appreciate the service you have given all of us. A true gift.
      Can’t believe it’s been over two years since we experience this song for the first time together. It was only around three months since Jared had passed away. We have no idea what we are really doing back then but we’re just going on pure instinct and pure love and respect for each other and for those around us such as yourself.
      Please do contact us at KelnRichG@gmail.com.
      We’d love to chat with you and hear what your suggestions are and somehow get to know you better and connect through the music and the moments that matter the most.
      Much love and peace to you,
      Kel n Rich
      💕🙏🏽❤️💪🏼

  • @mcmerly1355
    @mcmerly1355 5 років тому +5

    I'm so sorry for your loss!
    Alter Bridge is my favourite band for years now. Talented guys, and still down to earth, humble and kind.
    Thank you for this wonderful reaction!

  • @torilath
    @torilath 5 років тому +3

    Such a beautiful song. Its strange when events happen and something you've listened to for years suddenly gives a voice to the things you have no words for. Respect for holding it together through that - I dont think I would have.

  • @sn8keeyes193
    @sn8keeyes193 5 років тому +43

    Alter Bridge is like one of the best rock bands out there right now. You could listen to just about every album front to back. Check out Cry of Achilles. Awesome song but the list goes on with them.

    • @eventis7
      @eventis7 5 років тому +1

      ...and "Dust" by Tremonti (his solo stuff)

  • @ioanniskostoulas4448
    @ioanniskostoulas4448 5 років тому +33

    What i like to you is that you're real humans. So sensitive. That means real strong people. I have to suggest some other metal songs like this but i think it's not right at least for now.

  • @proteusblack8913
    @proteusblack8913 5 років тому +5

    Lost my fiance when our daughter was 7 months old. Been a dedicated single father to her ever since, everyday hoping that I am doing good enough to carry on what we've created while keeping her memory alive.
    I don't need to request, you already know what it will be.
    Much love from the south east US. *hugs*

    • @Kel.N.RichReactions
      @Kel.N.RichReactions  5 років тому +1

      Thank you so much for your kind words, your encouragement, your wisdom and for sharing your story. We certainly appreciate how hard it is to carry on when those special people are no longer here.
      Please accept our most sincere condolences for the tragic loss of your beloved fiancé. Our hearts are with you as well. YOU are not alone either. This is your family too now.
      Please post this hashtag and the names of those you have lost as a reminder to all that they Rock In Peace - our new meaning for RIP:
      #RockInPeace Jared Ricks
      Thank you so much for being here with us on the channel and being who you are.
      RnK

  • @deaddadd
    @deaddadd 5 років тому +1

    I just found your channel....as a 54 year old male, I'm trying my best not to cry watching this. You guys have my utmost respect.

    • @Kel.N.RichReactions
      @Kel.N.RichReactions  5 років тому

      Hey @deaddadd!!!! We’re so glad that you found us and are hunkering down. A lot of stuff that we do has definitely been a listening a lot of emotion from our side of the camera as well as yours. It’s what we do although not scripted in anyway. It’s absolutely incredible what we have accomplished in weeks since beginning with Dream Theater. Please feel free to stop in and hang out as long as you want and contribute in anyway you feel moved to. We are so fortunate to have you and look forward to hearing from you more. If you want to make any requests, please use the # system. It’s listed in our recent video descriptions. We are posting a bit late tonight since she gets home late from work but they will be there…count on it. Big love from South Florida. Rich

  • @vickypolychronou6215
    @vickypolychronou6215 5 років тому +74

    Thank you so much for doing this, I actually cried with you...such a beautiful reaction! The lyrics of the song were written by Myles Kennedy (the singer) originally about a good friend of him that actually sold him his first guitar. He lost him due to an illness if I am not mistaken. Later though after Chris Cornell's death they dedicated it to him. I would love to see you reacting to more Alter Bridge! If you want another emotional one from them try "In loving memory", if you want something heavier then Fortress would definitely be a good choice! #MetalChickPick Thank you again for this!

    • @johnlannis9535
      @johnlannis9535 5 років тому +4

      I second In loving memory an absolutely beautiful song. Would also recommend listening to the live performance

  • @ilir96
    @ilir96 5 років тому +18

    This was heartbreakingly beautiful.

  • @jenniferodell9228
    @jenniferodell9228 4 роки тому +3

    When I heard of Chris's passing it hurt me to my core. He was/is so influencing to many, many of us. He was one of the major influence in my life to pick up a guitar, as well as my husband. We have now passed down his beautiful soul to our son. He will live on forever in my heart.

  • @gerhardrosbach8799
    @gerhardrosbach8799 Рік тому +2

    Found You this evening....
    Great Reaction!
    I was 29 when my father died painfully of lung cancer , now I'm 56 and every time I hear this song I think of him and start to cry.
    I miss him for all time.
    Alter Bridge and also Tremonti with his solo project have a lot to say.
    You should listen to them well....
    Suggestion for you: "Marching in Time" by Tremonti

  • @carlossalcedob3701
    @carlossalcedob3701 5 років тому +83

    A masterpiece, I recommend that you listen to them more. Please react to Alter Bridge - Words Darker than their Wings (live at the royal albert hall). I hope that you enjoy it. Thanks for this reaction, is a beautiful song.

    • @gabrielferreiradejesus5009
      @gabrielferreiradejesus5009 5 років тому +3

      I second that.

    • @jackijean8805
      @jackijean8805 5 років тому +2

      Carlos Salcedo yes. Love that. Incredible performance n close to amazing like this. Not for emotion but the amazing singing n musicality. Wow.

    • @ryans8907
      @ryans8907 5 років тому +1

      yes this

  • @locoalco
    @locoalco 5 років тому +1

    My name is Jared. I have seen many reaction videos. Watching you both slowly show your humbleness as the song progresses is priceless.
    I wanted to comfort you both before the video ended. I felt like family for the first time in a long time and I owe you both a debt of gratitude. My personal story is similar but this is about you two. Be blessed. Kissing her shoulder...moist eyes.

  • @Themartinezjoeshow
    @Themartinezjoeshow 5 років тому +43

    Great reaction. Think I got dirt in my eyes 😢😭

    • @seelenwinter6662
      @seelenwinter6662 5 років тому

      i got ever more dirt in my brain... i ever have to think, that she is a real beast in bed...^^

  • @leehudgins6148
    @leehudgins6148 2 роки тому +2

    Hey guys I really enjoy your reactions. I lost both of my children 21 months apart. I’ve listened to this song so many times with tears flowing. So sorry to hear about your son. Stay strong.

  • @TrumpTrain86
    @TrumpTrain86 5 років тому

    I dedicated this song to my mother who fought with addiction my whole life, it finally caught up to her and she overdosed in 2010...I cry every time i hear this song. It's so deep.

  • @bravebulwark
    @bravebulwark 4 роки тому

    Alter Bridge can have a very emotional conversation with you and never say a word. Glad you found them.
    Don't be afraid to hurt - it's how you know you are alive and it meant something. Peace for you.

  • @stephencaveney4840
    @stephencaveney4840 3 роки тому +3

    This is such an emotionally powerful song on so many levels. It gets me every time. I have even found myself breaking down when i see them live. Great reaction guys. You guys put everything into your reactions. Tears, laughter and best of all 2 person moshpits. Keep up the great work . Love you guys ❤🤘🤘

  • @jamiephillips9244
    @jamiephillips9244 4 роки тому +2

    Well done Kel n Rich...... Well done. Thank you.

  • @g1mysterio682
    @g1mysterio682 2 роки тому

    I think about my grandma when I listen to this song. She passed in February. It hits me everytime

  • @Consolous
    @Consolous 5 років тому +7

    Lovely reaction, love the vulnerability. This is why Alter Bridge is my favorite band of all time. All of their songs make me feel emotions that no other band can. They are my main influence as a musician. Beautiful message in the end Rich

  • @codypearson9628
    @codypearson9628 5 років тому +4

    I heard this song soon after my mom passed and it still makes me cry every time I hear it and I think about her and how much I miss her

    • @CP-ij3mo
      @CP-ij3mo 5 років тому

      Same here, brother. Lost my mom suddenly on July 1st of 2018. This or Pink Floyd's "Time" gets me every time.

  • @cgf7973
    @cgf7973 5 років тому

    I have seen this song played live now 5 times here in Australia and everytime it's just as emotional and the purpose and feeling the song is played with is the same everytime, to me it's a modern day stairway to heaven it's a master piece on so many levels

  • @ZiddersRooFurry
    @ZiddersRooFurry 5 років тому

    I've had epilepsy since I was 7. I had seizures on a regular basis until I was 27 then they stopped. Then suddenly just last year on February 12th they came back after my having been seizure-free since 2002. On the 14th I had another and this time I fell off the bed during it and fractured/broke my left shoulder. I needed to have pins put in it and even now after over a year of recovery I still don't have full use of my arm. That's why my heart goes out to you both. Please know how much I sympathize with you and that you have my sincerest condolences. You two seem so full of love. I wish you both lots of love, kindness & compassion.

  • @mahina1963
    @mahina1963 4 роки тому

    Oh, I know this moment...you try to convey the feeling from a song, but your voice breaks, the tears are right there under the lip.

  • @stephenrichards42
    @stephenrichards42 5 років тому +3

    When we mourn the past and struggle with the future, it is a sure sign that we are changing. We are changing. We respect that which has passed, and the future just becomes a struggle. No struggle is unbeatable, so long as we refuse to live in the past.
    Love

  • @robinlewis3372
    @robinlewis3372 Рік тому +2

    ❤ Loved this reaction guys. BlackBird is one of those soul grasping epics.

  • @stefansteiner8222
    @stefansteiner8222 5 років тому

    Listening to this song for over 3 Years now every day since my dad passed away. I listened to this song in the night my dad died für hours and cried knowing that he is gone.

  • @deeair2942
    @deeair2942 5 років тому +2

    This song is an absolute masterpiece! Lyrically, vocally, musically!

  • @vernacohen6988
    @vernacohen6988 3 роки тому

    I found both Chris Cornell's and Alter Bridge, especially Myles when I was caring for my mom & best friend ever got dementia. This music found me then. Now, I lost her in April after caring for she fell & was taken to the hospital. She died in eight days & I never got to see her again. She was so ready to go & that gives me comfort for her. Still in the pandemic, isolating in the house we shared is brutal. Always take time to tell those you love how much you care. Just a testament to how music heals, it wouldn't have been music that was my usual taste so I have two Alter Bridge albums and two from Chris. I received a t-shirt of each as gifts. Genre aside, some songs just resonate straight to your heart & emotions. That leads to discovering a whole genre of music overlooked. Incredible performance. I'm sorry about your son & I hope precious memories can give some comfort. (sorry so long)

    • @Kel.N.RichReactions
      @Kel.N.RichReactions  3 роки тому

      Thank you so much Verna. We are so sorry about your loss. But thank goodness you found the music. It does heal! Thank you so much also for the kind words about our son Jared. To make matters much worse, my brother Bruce committed suicide on Friday. We are totally reeling from this. 2020 can not leave soon enough! Much love. Knr

  • @Zeus-vo2nq
    @Zeus-vo2nq 5 років тому +6

    Another great band! Can't go wrong with anything by them. Myles Kennedy is an awesome frontman.
    #painintheask
    Alterbridge - Come to Life
    Alterbridge - Metalingus

  • @salmonalmighty
    @salmonalmighty 3 роки тому +1

    I've seen many performances of this song, and this was was the absolute best, by far. I got chills like the first time I've heard it.

  • @rogerhutchins9883
    @rogerhutchins9883 5 років тому +8

    #painintheask
    Alter bridge, wonderful life/watch over you, live at Wembley.

  • @grimdevildog11
    @grimdevildog11 5 років тому

    Kel's reactions are so from the soul pure!! I can only listen to this song every now and then, remind me of little brother I lost when he was 2 years old when I was 15. whenever I think about him I listen to this song, and it completely wrecks me, but it is such an amazingly beautiful song!!

  • @VioletFlowerz
    @VioletFlowerz 3 роки тому

    Blackbird is a masterpiece. AB is my favorite band and that song is one of their best! MK wrote that for a friend. The feelings are real.

  • @sonoftherepublic1776
    @sonoftherepublic1776 5 років тому +3

    This song always gets me. Thanks for not holding your emotions in.

  • @EveTheFine1
    @EveTheFine1 5 років тому +3

    Oh God I didnt knew about ur son,,sorry for Jared,,,, i m sure he is at peace and rocking in heaven,, U are one amazing soul Rich and Kel as well,, may good bless you with happiness and health,, much love!!!😘😘😘😘😘

  • @2heavenAndHell
    @2heavenAndHell 3 роки тому

    I would go to a concert of them just to hear this song. That would make my day. It?s a perfect song.

  • @stevethompson3620
    @stevethompson3620 5 років тому

    Brother never take Kel for granted. Expand your love for her

  • @somersethandymansw
    @somersethandymansw Рік тому +2

    Love this song.....just so emotional.
    Hope you're better soon guys. Wishing you well from the UK

  • @timothysandvik6865
    @timothysandvik6865 5 років тому

    Lost my mum recently , such. A sweet woman. This song hits hard. This is just as good as the studio version. Kel - I feel you

  • @NOD134
    @NOD134 5 років тому

    First of all, so sorry for your loss. I've been a fan of Alter Bridge form their first album & have seen them live here in the UK on many occasions. Blackbird is always a crowd favourite & one of mine, despite not realising at that time what the song was about. They recorded a show at Wembley Arena in London & he told a little story before they started the song & everything fell in to place. I couldn't sing along because I was crying too much!! I've since lost a dear friend & it was this song together with In Loving Memory which helped me through it. I hope it does the same to you guys!!

  • @ericfromkokomo
    @ericfromkokomo 5 років тому +2

    RIP Jared. My brother Kurt as well. RIP guys. Kel... you were saying beautiful words about what you and Rich are doing here but all I kept hearing you say is... Love, Love, Love. We feel it :) Love you guys! By the by... great song.

  • @bowser8375
    @bowser8375 4 роки тому

    Hands down one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard in my life. Wish I could give you both hugs

  • @lordskysixss
    @lordskysixss 5 років тому

    Ow man, even though you held it in, I can't help but shed some tears. Even though my father died in 2003, every time I hear this song I remember him.

  • @seered19wing
    @seered19wing 5 років тому +1

    Great song ,sorry for your loss guys...

  • @makfly82
    @makfly82 4 роки тому

    Big thanks to you and your wife. This Song is like therapy. I hope you are allright now. Send love and respect to you from Europe.

  • @cliffboatright507
    @cliffboatright507 5 років тому

    I never listened to the intro to this song by you guys until tonight and I’m so disappointed that I never did listen to it. You have all my prayers Kel and Rich. I can’t imagine your pain, myself never having children, but I will pray for you every night. Bless you guys. Just attended the funeral of my best friends mother, who basically adopted me as her “other son” after I lost everything years ago from my own personal loss. This song, and you two, have helped me deal with that loss. Thank you.

  • @pauladeitch3739
    @pauladeitch3739 5 років тому +2

    Damn,I am crying now ! You said it the best rich . For all our loved ones lost . Myles has such a unique , warm , soulful voice .

  • @huambo
    @huambo 2 роки тому

    I am so truly sorry for your loss. Wish i could buy you both a beer.
    I had to give my 5 year old boy CPR last December, he was basically gone, but he is still with us thank God. Still, i'm not good months later and i can;t stop thinking about it. I'm healing myself by listening to music that connects me with the emotion of loss, and this just happens to be my favourite song.

  • @miarenee6703
    @miarenee6703 3 роки тому

    Lel-n-Rich ... I love you guys. My son has suffered from a seizure disorder for all of his 27 years on earth. I felt this! Just want you two to know I have the same reaction every single time I listen to Blackbird. It’s Epic! 💜

  • @donna3465
    @donna3465 5 років тому

    Myles Kennedy has one of the best voices I’ve heard in any genre of music. He’s multitalented and just an all-around great guy to boot. Why this band doesn’t get more recognition is mind-boggling to me, because they’ve got it all. They’re all extremely talented, they write fantastic songs, they’re professional, likeable, etc. I had never heard of them until several months ago and I was like, Why have I never heard of this band?

  • @peterdoe2617
    @peterdoe2617 4 роки тому

    On your channel for the 1st time. Saw you both cry. And I cried some,too. My condolences to your loss. Lost my wife in a car crash, almost 2 years to the date.
    it's still present. And a friend told me (she lost her partner in a crash in 2003: "cry as much as you need to. And call friends to support you! They will all appreciate your call for help, beeing glad that you asked them, considering them "close friends". Wise words!)
    About this song: as far as I know, Myles dedicated it to the guy he bought his 1st guitar from. And there seems to be a story, ongoing from that.
    I can't wait to see them here in Hamburg in nov.
    Greetings from the far north of Germany.

  • @GunnerSG
    @GunnerSG 5 років тому +22

    yayyyyyyy you guys have discovered my boys !!!! Many many warm thoughts and hugs to you Kel-n-Rich, cannot begin to imagine the lost - my boy is my everything !!!! Thank you for checking Alter Bridge out, you have only scratched the surface w these guys !!!!
    RIP CHRIS !!! RIP Jared (sp?) !!!
    #painintheask - Alter Bridge Words Darker Than Their Wings LIVE at the Royal Albert Hall !!!

  • @stevenlemons2602
    @stevenlemons2602 5 років тому

    I love Alter Bridge and I cried with you.

  • @marzreedtube
    @marzreedtube 5 років тому

    I have always loved this song, this band. So powerful, so talented. I cried today, for my losses, for you guys. I dedicated Alter Bridge's song, In Loving Memory, to my mother at her funeral. I cry every time I hear it. I hope you can do a reaction to it as well. Love you guys.

  • @martinlehotan8373
    @martinlehotan8373 5 років тому +3

    A very powerful, moving and beautiful song. You said it perfectly that they're playing with purpose.

  • @strokeofluckgolf7143
    @strokeofluckgolf7143 5 років тому

    Myles is my fav singer and I loved Chris as well. Both absolutely amazing talents and Mark is one of my fav guitarist!

  • @seedyv1
    @seedyv1 5 років тому

    We always go to Rich, but just want Kel to know, that we're sending big hugs to you as well ❣️

  • @darincampbell5440
    @darincampbell5440 4 роки тому

    My deepest condolences for the loss of your son. The loss of a child is the deepest heartbreak a parent can experience.

  • @martinscholes9314
    @martinscholes9314 4 роки тому

    What a band. Lucky to have seen them in the UK a few times. Beautiful

  • @fusion7246
    @fusion7246 5 років тому

    This is my favourite song, from one of my favourite bands, it's a shame this band and song are not considered one of the greatest of rock music

  • @SandrodaSilvaTraveler
    @SandrodaSilvaTraveler Рік тому

    I Love you Guys! You feel the nsame as me. So many comotion. The Transition about "Someday I´ll be fly, and find you again" . Such frase express how Chirs has been missing from everyone. Miles sings beautifully. The Band Alter Bridge is a "state of art" of Hard Rock. You have to listen to the Band History!
    God Bless You!

  • @waynevarrelman9363
    @waynevarrelman9363 3 роки тому

    "Amazing"...... "different level" it's passion and how you say something!

  • @greggthompson228
    @greggthompson228 4 роки тому

    In Loving Memory...goes out to my parents...such a emotional song for me

  • @seedyv1
    @seedyv1 5 років тому +9

    Rich, you're so utterly magnanimous! I don't know how you keep it together, because I can't.

  • @LuiWallentinGttler
    @LuiWallentinGttler 5 років тому +1

    Yeah loosing someone close to you just plain sucks. Gut wrenching pain just in the pit of stomach. But for most people it does get better with time, but the sorrow never leaves you completely. And I can't imagine what it feels like to loose a child. But sorrow is no stranger to me having lost my mother at 4 years old, and my father when I was 30. But you guys seems to be dealing with the loss in a really good way. Talking about Jared and letting it all out. It's so important not to bury your feelings. And in my experience it makes the road to were you can just enjoy all the good memories so much shorter.
    Oh yes and reacting to Alter Bridge. Go see them live if you get the chance. They are just an amazing experience. When I saw them last in Copenhagen, Denmark some years ago, Myles Kennedy the singer was ill, but they still kicked ass for an hour and a half. And brought us the audience along all the way.

  • @hahsteve
    @hahsteve 3 роки тому

    I can only listen to this song if I'm ready to cry. Thank you for sharing and I'm sorry for your loss.

  • @mosquitosinek
    @mosquitosinek 5 років тому +6

    beautiful people, beautiful song. best reaction video i ever saw., i follow you (Y)