The record which is set for a February 16, 2024 release through Atomic Fire Records, contains 12 tracks which were recorded by Bruno Ravel in New Jersey. Ravel also mixed the album while Bart Gabriel took care of its mastering. Artwork was provided by Gyula Havancsák (ACCEPT, STRATOVARIUS, BRAINSTORM etc.) who captured the galloping style of the new material skillfully – without missing the band’s typical seal style, of course.
Riot are the epitome of class, longevity and integrity: the New Yorkers play their high-class heavy metal with full fervour and have not let numerous strokes of fate (such as the death of guitarist Mark Reale, since when, out of respect, they are operating as Riot V) get them down. A lot of time has passed since their debut “Rock City” (1977), but Riot V are still around and now delight their fans with an absolute masterpiece: more than five years after “Armor Of Light”, which saw the band achieving chart success in numerous European countries for the first time ever, Riot V now present “Mean Streets”. From the ferocious opener “Hail To The Warriors” to the hypnotic hymn “Feel The Fire” and the up-tempo hit “High Noon”, to the energetic title track, the band pulls out all the stops. Fast-paced, lively, melodic and heavy – “Mean Streets” is the full service for every heavy metal fan!
1. Hail To The Warriors
2. Feel The Fire
3. Love Beyond The Grave
4. High Noon
5. Before This Time
6. Higher
7. Mean Streets
8. Open Road
9. Mortal Eyes
10. Lost Dreams
11. Lean Into It
12. No More
Todd Michael Hall (v)
Mike Flyntz (g)
Nick Lee (g)
Don Van Stavern (b)
Frank Gilchriest (d)