Quiet Riot have announced 23-year-old Long Island vocalist John Torra as their new lead singer.
Torra was selected from more than 700 submissions received after Quiet Riot launched an open call for a new vocalist. He submitted audition videos to the band’s management while also sharing performances online that gained attention 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,” said Quiet Riot manager Regina Banali. “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.”
Banali, the widow of late Quiet Riot drummer Frankie Banali, added: “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. Please join us in welcoming John Torra to QUIET RIOT!”
Torra will join Quiet Riot for their upcoming live dates, beginning October 1 in West Siloam Springs, Oklahoma. The band currently have shows scheduled throughout the remainder of 2026 and into 2027, including a run through Latin America next April.
Check out Quiet Riot’s currently announced tour dates below.
Quiet Riot 2026/2027 tour dates:
Oct 1, 2026 – West Siloam Springs, OK – Cherokee Event Center
Oct 3, 2026 – St. Charles, MO – Family Arena
Oct 16, 2026 – West Hollywood, CA – Whisky A Go Go
Oct 17, 2026 – Anaheim, CA – The Grove
Oct 30, 2026 – Calgary, AB – Grey Eagle Event Center
Nov 5, 2026 – Plano, TX – Legacy Hall
Nov 6, 2026 – Council Bluffs, IA – Horseshoe Casino
Dec 29, 2026 – Mount Pleasant, MI – TBA
Feb 19, 2027 – Las Vegas, NV – TBA
Apr 14, 2027 – Mexico City, Mexico – Circo Volador
Apr 16, 2027 – Bogotá, Colombia – Auditorio Mayor
Apr 18, 2027 – Lima, Peru – Teatro Leguia
Apr 20, 2027 – Santiago, Chile – Teatro Teletón
Apr 22, 2027 – Buenos Aires, Argentina – Teatro Flores
Apr 24, 2027 – São Paulo, Brazil – Bangers Open Air
Apr 25, 2027 – Santa Cruz, Bolivia – Real Santa Cruz
Jun 24, 2027 – Brainerd, MN – TBA
Jun 26, 2027 – Clear Lake, IA – TBA
Jul 17, 2027 – Laughlin, NV – TBA
Sep 24, 2027 – Uncasville, CT – TBA
