Hailing from the stronghold of thrash metal in Karmøy, RIOTER delivers old school thrash
with progressive and technical twists. Think Toxik, Forbidden and Annihilator -
wrapped in youthful rawness and technical precision. This is thrash
metal as it should be - hard-hitting, breathless and uncompromising.
Previously named ‘Norwegian Thrash of the Month’ in Scream Magazine, and
already set to play Karmøygegddon Metal Festival 2026, RIOTER has quickly
become a name to remember. With intense live shows and stage personalities that
exude 80s nostalgia – complete with basketball boots, fringe and wild
riffing – this is really something to behold.
Recently, RIOTER has focused on the release of their debut album "Legalised
Mind Control", which will be released in early 2026. Themes such as old Lovecraft
stories, digitalisation and modern warfare are accompanied by
heavy and technical instrumentals, shaping this to be a great start for RIOTER!