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Riot Live

Riot V · 1982

30 min · 6 tracks · hard rock ยท power metal ยท speed metal

Raw energy and powerful riffs collide in a live showcase of hard-hitting metal anthems.

Riot Live is an EP by Riot V, released in 1982. Raw energy and powerful riffs collide in a live showcase of hard-hitting metal anthems. 'Riot Live' is significant for its role in cementing Riot V's status in the heavy metal community, showcasing tracks from their previous albums to a growing audience. The recording highlights their energetic performances and contributed to their later successes, including chart entries and festival appearances throughout the 1980s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Riot Live sound like?

Raw energy and powerful riffs collide in a live showcase of hard-hitting metal anthems. Rooted in hard rock and power metal.

What makes Riot Live by Riot V notable?

'Riot Live' is significant for its role in cementing Riot V's status in the heavy metal community, showcasing tracks from their previous albums to a growing audience. The recording highlights their energetic performances and contributed to their later successes, including chart entries and festival appearances throughout the 1980s. Released as Riot V's first live album, 'Riot Live' followed their studio efforts that laid groundwork for their burgeoning fanbase. At this stage in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the heavy metal scene after releasing the critically acclaimed 'Restless Breed' in 1981. This album captures the essence of their dynamic live performances, marking a pivotal moment as they transitioned into a prominent act in the power metal genre.

How many songs are on Riot Live?

Riot Live has 6 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·30:22

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hard Lovin' Man Standout 3:08
  • 2 Showdown 4:30
  • 3 Loved by You 8:02
  • 4 Loanshark 5:27
  • 5 Restless Breed Standout 5:18
  • 6 Swords and Tequila Standout 3:57

Release Date

January 1, 1982

Genre

hard rock, power metal, speed metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

30 min 22 sec