by Zach Shaw | Nov 22, 2013 | We're Getting The Band Back Together...Sort Of
Riot’s comeback hit a roadblock last year after guitarist/founding member Mark Reale passed away from complications of Crohn’s disease. While the group continued to perform a handful of shows shortly after the death, Riot’s future seemed unclear. Last night, though,...
by Metal Insider | Dec 21, 2012 | Top 10
Over the past few weeks, we’ve been celebrating the best albums that came out in 2012. However, while the past year was packed with great music, 2012 also had its fair share of unbelievable moments. Some were joyous surprises, while others were downright horrifying....
by Metal Insider | Jun 15, 2012 | Headbangers Brawl
Back in January when New & Noteworthy writer Chris Colgan wrote his list of the most anticipated albums of 2012, we only had an inkling of what to expect from the new release calendar this year. Of course there are gems, some surprises, and some flops, but with...
by Bram Teitelman | Jan 25, 2012 | In Memoriam
While details are scarce, Riot has confirmed that guitarist Mark Reale has passed away earlier today (25) due to complications from Crohn’s disease. The news was seconded by a post from Metal Blade’s Brian Slagel. Reale had been in a coma for the past two...
by Zach Shaw | Jan 20, 2012 | Sad News, Updates
We were extremely sad to hear last week that Riot guitarist Mark Reale had been hospitalized in San Antonio due to compilations from Crohn’s disease. We’ve been hoping for the best for Reale, his family, and bandmates (who were forced to continue their previously...