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QUIET RIOT Announce John Torra as New Lead Singer

Posted in classic rock, Heavy Metal, heavy metal bands, Metal, metal bands, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , on September 21, 2026 by Metal Odyssey

photo credit: Quiet Riot

Los Angeles, CA — September 21, 2026

QUIET RIOT are proud to announce their new lead singer, John Torra!

The 23-year-old Long Island vocalist stood out among more than 700 submissions following the band’s open call for singers. John sent his audition videos to management and also shared performances online, where they went viral and sparked an incredible response from fans.

“We saw your comments, tags, and messages urging us to bring him on board. But what earned John the gig was his undeniable talent. His videos were outstanding—but when he stepped into the room with us, he blew the doors off our songs. We all heard it: an authentic sound that brings our material to life the way it’s meant to be heard,” says the band’s manager, Regina Banali, Frankie Banali’s widow.

“He may be young, but he’s dedicated and professional. He brings a breath of fresh air that lifts us all, and we couldn’t be more excited about the future with him on lead vocals,” Banali adds. “Please join us in welcoming John Torra to QUIET RIOT!”

For upcoming live dates and booking inquiries, please see below.

QUIET RIOT — 2026/2027 Tour Dates:

10/1/26 — Silver Springs, OK — Cherokee Event Center
10/3/26 — St. Charles, MO — Family Arena
10/16/27 — West Hollywood, CA — Whisky A Go Go
10/17/26 — Anaheim, CA — The Grove
10/30/26 — Calgary, Canada — Grey Eagle Event Center
11/5/26 — Plano, TX — Legacy Hall
11/6/26 — Council Bluffs, IA — Horseshoe Casino
12/29/26 — Mount Pleasant, MI — TBA
2/19/27 — Las Vegas, NV — TBA
4/14/27 — Mexico City, MX — Circo Valador
4/16/27 — Bogotá, Colombia — Auditorio Mayor
4/18/27 — Lima, Peru — Teatro Leguia
4/20/27 — Santiago, Chile — Teatro Teleton
4/22/27 — Buenos Aires, Argentina — Teatro Flores
4/24/27 — São Paulo, Brazil — Bangers Open Air
4/25/27 — Santa Cruz, Bolivia — Real Santa Cruz
6/24/27 — Brainerd, MN — TBA
6/26/27 — Clear Lake, IA — TBA
7/17/27 — Laughlin, NV — TBA
9/24/27 — Uncasville, CT — TBA

Source: Quiet Riot

RUDY SARZO – “What Did You Just Ask Me?” Video Interview Episode 3 By Tanis Enos

Posted in bass, bass guitar, classic rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Metal, Music, music news, news with tags , , , , , , , , , , on February 5, 2023 by Metal Odyssey

Our very own Tanis Enos has treated us all, once again, to another fun and fact filled episode of “What Did You Just Ask Me?”. In episode 3, Tanis interviews the legendary Rudy Sarzo. Thank you, Tanis! Enjoy the video interview below!

Among the Hard Rock, Classic Rock and Heavy Metal communities, the revered bassist Rudy Sarzo needs no introduction. However, with the ever growing generations of fans that cherish our 80’s genres, Rudy Sarzo is currently a member of the iconic Quiet Riot; the band he helped build the foundation blocks for, so many years ago.

Rudy Sarzos’ illustrious past includes being a key member of Ozzy Osbourne/Blizzard Of Oz, Whitesnake, Animetal USA and DIO. Oh there’s more and please do some research on Rudys’ historic musical career; It’ll inspire you for certain.