Riot V

Riot V

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Riot is an American heavy metal band that emerged in 1975. The group has built a career in the metal genre, working across styles including speed metal and power metal while maintaining connections to hard rock traditions. Known for their aggressive musical approach, Riot has explored thematic elements drawn from fantasy and other imaginative sources. The band's sound and aesthetic have positioned them within the broader landscape of American metal music, contributing to the genre's development across multiple decades of activity.