Riot , the legendary American band, currently known as Riot V , has confirmed its first visit to Brazil in 2024, as part of its Latin American tour.
The dates confirmed so far in Brazil are: São Paulo on September 8th, at Manifesto Bar, with tickets on sale at the Bilheto website , and Limeira on September 7th, 2024, at Mirage Eventos, with tickets on sale at Circle of Infinity Produções .
According to ASE Music , the event's producer, the performances will feature a repertoire that promises to encompass all phases of the band's career. The shows will be a celebration of one of the most enduring and influential metal bands of all time.
The band's current lineup features Todd Michael Hall on vocals, Mike Flyntz and Nick Lee on guitars, Don Van Stavern on bass, and Frank Gilchriest on drums.
Riot with new album 'Mean Streets'
It's important to highlight that Riot V is promoting their new album Mean Streets , released on May 10, 2024, by Atomic Fire Records. Mean Streets features twelve tracks recorded and mixed by Bruno Ravel , bassist of Danger Danger , and mastered by Bart Gabriel . The artwork was done by Gyula Havancsák .
Also noteworthy is the recent release of the lyric video for "Love Beyond The Grave," a track from the new album. Check it out below:
Riot V's long career
Riot V (without the "V" at the time) was formed in 1975 by Guy Speranza (vocals), Mark Reale and Louie "LA" Kouvaris (guitars), Phil Feit (bass), and Peter Bitelli (drums). Riot released classic albums such as Rock City (1977), Narita (1979), Fire Down Under (1981), Restless Breed (1982), and Born in America (1983). After disbanding, Mark Reale reformed the band in 1986, releasing Thundersteel in 1988.
Working between traditional heavy metal, hard rock, and power metal, the band released landmark albums such as The Privilege of Power in 1990, Inishmore in 1997, Through the Storm in 2002, and finally Immortal Soul in 2011.
Fast-forwarding a bit, in 2018, while promoting the album Armor of Light , Riot was inducted into the Heavy Metal History Hall of Fame, alongside Scorpions , Randy Rhoads , Lemmy , and Slayer .
Despite the challenges, the band maintains its legacy, with sold-out tours in Europe and numerous appearances at renowned festivals.
The band's expectations for their first visit to Brazil.
According to the musicians of Riot V, playing in Brazil is more than a professional achievement; it's a recognition of the love and dedication of the fans who, for decades, have supported the band and kept the flame of metal alive. "We are very excited to finally play in Brazil and feel the energy of the Brazilian fans, who have always been incredible and passionate about our work," said Todd Michael Hall.
Check out the new album Mean Street on Spotify ;
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