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Apparently Slash was interview by De Telegraaf on March 20th and said the following:

Nieuwe zanger Velvet Revolver?

Interview met Slash over zijn nieuwe album 'Slash': Toch lijkt Slash op dit moment al een vervanger op het oog te hebben en die zingt ook op zijn nieuwe cd. "Ik werd gewezen op Myles Kennedy, de zanger van de band Alter Bridge. Die man is van het niveau Robbert Plant en Freddie Mercury. De kans is aanzienlijk dat, wanneer we met Velvet Revolver verder gaan, hij de nieuwe zanger zal worden.''

Bron: De Telegraaf, Weekeinde, interview met Slash over zijn nieuwe album

New Velvet Revolver singer?

Interview with Slash about his new album, 'Slash': Yet, Slash is already a replacement on the eye and who also sings on his new CD. "I was made to Myles Kennedy, singer of the band Alter Bridge. That man is the level Robbert Plant and Freddie Mercury. The probability is significant that when we go to Velvet Revolver, he will be the new singer."

Source: De Telegraaf, Weekend, interview with Slash about his new album

http://velvetrevolver.hyves.nl/

Another translation:

"I was made aware of Myles Kennedy, the singer of Alter Bridge. That man is up there with Robert Plant and Freddy Mercury. There is a big chance that he will be the new singer when we continue with Velvet Revolver".


Did anyone else read this interview?

How did you translate lol?  Google?   

Seems a bit arrogant to say when he is still in Alter Bridge. 

Yeah, my Dutch isn't very good.  It gives you an idea of what was said...feel free to translate it yourself.

It's an interesting quote.

I don't understand the context of the text. Can anyone improve the translation? (Thanks Funky anyway)

Here's another:

"I was made aware of Myles Kennedy, the singer of Alter Bridge. That man is up there with Robert Plant and Freddy Mercury. There is a big chance that he will be the new singer when we continue with Velvet Revolver".

Thanks Funky.  it just seems strange that he'd say that while Myles is in Alter Bridge.
Surely he'd let Myles speak to them first lol

I don't agree with that statement at all. Myles is a really good singer but not even close to Robert or Freddy territory.

well Myles has a great voice.. and if there is a singer I would choose to front VR it's him alright.
he's got musical directions from like everywhere.

he's also a great guitar player and with him at the fold it would only mean more great songs.

I would love it if he'd became the new singer. but I think his bandmembers may not agree on that.. or will I don't know.
we'll see where it leads on.

There are parts in 'Starlight' where Myles does an Axl-style shriek for seemingly no reason. I've heard he sings like that all the time. It's fine for that song, but him being in Velvet Revolver would probably make them sound too much like GN'R. It might be what some people wanted in the first place, but I was among those who were glad they decided to go with their own sound (neither GN'R or STP, but a fresh-sounding combo of the two) with Contraband. I wouldn't be looking forward to a Velvet Revolver record with Myles as the singer.

Maybe Alter Bridge already knows. Slash even saying it in publc must mean it has been discussed.

On the contrary, Alter Bridge have gone out of their way to emphasise that Myles will not be leaving since he was announced as the singer on Slash tour.

Damn, I hope it's not Myles. He has a great voice, but not the kind of voice I want for VR. A Weiland / Astbury kind of voice.

Yes you are correct but that was several weeks ago. I wonder if something has changed. The article was written this month. 

I'm not sure weather Duff would like this singer, Myles has very classic and blusy style & I'm sure that Duff'd rather a singer with modern style. I like him for Snakepit or other Slash's proyect, but for Velvet Revolver, I'm not sure...

I listen to a lot of Alter Bridge and he definitely doesn't sing like that all the time. I would listen to the songs "Coming Home" or "Watch Over You" to hear how he sings most the time. He's got a great voice. I don't think it would sound much like GNR if he were to lead VR.

In the Gibson video interview he said:

On Myles Kennedy, Slash says "he's by far the best young vocalist I've heard in years."

and it's true..
if he'd become the new vocalist his reputation will shoot into the heavens of rock.

Not only would this be the PERFECT fit musically, you guys are forgetting that neither Alter Bridge or Velvet Revolver are full time bands.  The guys in Alter Bridge also have Creed, which will continue to play and tour whenever they want to, thus leaving Myles open to work with Velvet Revolver.  Duff also has Loaded which he does in his spare time and Slash is always playin with someone.  I think it is a great fit, VR just might not be a full time band anymore, and thats not a bad thing, i think its pretty cool.

Myles is like those 1000 note a second guitarist

sure he has all the technical ability and more but i just don't feel anything when that guy sings.

well said D. I actually remember suggesting him early in the long slash thread, but having heard him in starlight - hes technically amazing but dont feel SHIIIAT when he sings. The pairing didn't go down how id expected.. he's not grungy enough for me!

but is this serious? sounds like a rumour if you ask me

I agree.
Just sounds like the generic modern rock singer, gets the job done like a machine but doesn't add anything to it.
I'd rather have a guy who had to "fight" with his voice, but had beautiful melodies and lyrics.

It's like Myles is a clean solid state line6 amp and Axl is an overdriven tube marshall.

kinda agrees with the last 3 guys on this one, could change if i heard more from the guy but i dunno

We should be getting "back to cali" in the next few hours, so I am interested to see if he sounds any different on that song.

I can't believe what im reading about how  people don't feel anything from when myles sings. I know its all opinionated, but i really thought i wud be reading more positive things about Myles. Don't judge Myles based off of only "Starlight" because, in my opinion, it isnt some of his best work. But, his work in Alter Bridge is unbelievable and you can be certain that him being in VR could lead to some amazing music. If you don't approve of Myles then i dont know who you are waiting for because there isnt much better than him.

I wouldn't put too much stock in this "report" or anything VR related at this point.

I'm sticking to my "VR is on the extreme back burner" stance...for now..

Another comparison - Myles = Sorum... Both technically great.  Both get the job done.  But maybe neither have the it factor or feel factor..

Now, I on the other hand love the range and think he could work in the realm of VR.  They could cover a lot more ground with him vs. Weiland.

I will agree that Kennedy lacks "it" for me.

However..

Comparing a guy who's resume' is highlighted by a Creed side project to a guy who's recorded and toured with The Cult, GNR, VR, Camp Freddy, Motorhead etc???

Myles is certainly light years better than Scott Weiland as far as vocalist goes, so if it happens it is a step up.  I like Weiland but his range is nowhere near what Myles can do.  That opens the door for VR to explore all different types of styles.

Same here.  I checked out the Alter Bridge album from 2004 from hearing all these things about him lately.   I couldn't really get into any of the songs.  I also thought he sounded a lot like Chris Cornell and the guy from Incubus, and not really much else.

I haven't heard the stuff with him and Slash yet, but I'm sure that will be cool.  I think VR just set the bar too high the first time. 

Granted, I never gave AB much of a chance but I've had an extremely hard time getting through the Kennedy tunes w/Slash we've heard thus far.

I shudder to think of him doing "Slither" live on tour..  

Just an opinion..

Scott Weiland is one of the greatest frontmen of all time and is a Hall Of Famer

Myles is nowhere near the lyricists or melody guy Scott is

dont even get me started on stage presence, charisma and the "IT" factor which Myles has none of.

I've said it for years with the Slash arguments... I don't care how "technical" u are

its how u write and how u sing and how u use your instrument

Myles has chops but once again.. i think he has poor melodies and lyrics which are more important than anything IMO.

I agree with exactly what you are saying about the "it" factor being more important than technical ability, but I feel that Kennedy has the "it" factor.  I think his voice is great and dig his stage presence. I seem to be alone in this opinion, but thats what i think.  He is far from the greatest frontman in the world, but thats what VR need, they dont need another diva.  Slash is the leader of that band, they just need a solid singer.

Jesus.....Never thought I would see the day where Fergie would get more support on Slash's album than Myles. It's like a bad episode of the Twilight Zone. I think I'm gunna be sick  :-\

Thats exactly what we don't want. A dude who can sing "solid" but doesn't bring anything on the table and succumbs over everything. Why not just have Duff sing then?

Myles being a step up from Scott? give me a fucking break. Myles is like taking an elevator straight down to hell compared to Scott Weiland.

If you want soul, if you want grit, if you want real, call Chris Robinson up from the Black Crowes... He is everything I would want for a blues based rock band... Does VR want to be a blues based rock band?  I have no clue... But if they do, he is your man

Im surprised with the Myles backlash on here.  In the new singer thread i thought a lot of people mentioned Myles to be next singer.

Great available front men are few and far between.  I don't think they'll be able to find the kind of guy some of you want.  its hard to find someone who can write, has the "It" factor and great stage presence and can sing brilliantly.

and that's why is the perfect man for the job..
he's the greatest front man who comes from the 2000's and has one of the best rock voices.
and he may be availeble

I dont know about that.  Libertad was fucking terrible and the Weiland influence was very heavy on that album.  Contraband was great and that was written before he was even in the band.  Weiland never blew me away, seen him a bunch of times, saw his solo show in NYC in December of 08, he showed up 3 hours late and sounded terrible.  He has put out more bad songs than good.  His good songs are great, but his bad songs are terrible.  For every "Interstate Love Song" you have a "Sour Girl." :hihi:
People say Miles sounds generic, does it get more generic than "Days of the Week" or even worse that new single they just put out..that thing is dreadful.  I say this as an STP fan, Scott is far from the most consistent when it comes to putting out quality music.  I like Scott but I also like Miles, I dont think he blows him away.

Agreed.  I think we're a LONG way off from VR reforming. 

Edit - Oops, I quoted the wrong post.  Either way. 

He's been asked by someone...maybe he'll elaborate/confirm?  :)

@Slash Hey is Myles Kennedy going to be the new VR singer? A Dutch paper is quoting you as saying it is possible.

about 22 hours ago via web in reply to Slash

I'm not going to bash Myles Kennedy, he's a great vocalist, no doubt. He's got skills and is technically very good at what he does. But for me, that means jack shit if your voice doesn't grab me. Not to compare, but Scott Weiland was always a good singer, too. Could he sing Led Zeppelin tunes and wail like a motherfucker? No. But that wasn't his style and not what people wanted or expected from him. But you heard instantly when it was Scott on the radio and his voice moved me. Now Myles, I'd expect him to be able to sing any Led Zeppelin tune out there, but that doesn't mean I would've enjoyed it just because he could hit the high notes. I personally feel that Myles's voice lacks character and I wouldn't have been able to pick him out in a radio song line-up. I recognize his ability and talent, but the man's vocals does nothing for me and for that reason alone I'd be bummed if he joined VR.

i tend to like the higher register whalers like this guy, Axl, Plant, etc so yeah I wouldn't mind if they went with him

but....................

I think he'd be a better fit if VR went more old school rather than the hybrid sound of VR, with that being said, replace dave and matt with izzy and steve and they'd be all set

if izzy doesn't want to do big tours, they could use either dave or gilby as a touring guitarists

Myles has a big vocal range but I don't like his voice or melodies or lyrics.

Ive never been a cornell fan either.

Scott has a much better voice than Myles Kennedy

singing higher or playing faster doesn't make u better.

same here, never got the hype with him.

same here, which is why it's strange that really i like his song.. but as i said in the other thread, i'm drunk, it could have something it to do with it.. but i'll listen to it the first thing i do tomorrow and see :beer:

i'm fucking sure that song will be fucking great tomorrow when i wake up too! :)

Its officially 2 years since VR's last show with Scott today. 
And by the looks of it, it will most likely be another year without them.

Ill wait to see Slash and Myles live together before saying i want him as VR singer.  But id also love if Steven and Izzy replaced matt and Dave.

Now that with Myles would be a cool band! 

nah I like VR the way it is musician wise, there is nothing left for Slash and Izzy to accomplish together they have done it all.  Also, under no circumstance should Steven EVER replace Matt at anything.  Would like to see Myles Kennedy, and it seems that everyone else in the world thinks he would be a great replacement for Scott except for people on this board, very interesting.  The other boards, blabbermouth..etc think it would be great.  If Jimmy Page was considering him, I think he will do just fine.

yeah.. i dont get the Myles hate.   Blabbermouth is one of the harshest sites for hatred comments but they were all positive bout Myles.

yeah blabbermouth is a tough crowd, you really have to do something impressive to get their respect, i noticed that over the years.

I don't hate him, but I just don't like his voice. He has potential, but he seems to use every song as an excuse to prove that his lungs are biggest.

they could try to outdo appetite :hihi: