Members of Riot, talk about Mark Reale...
14 Feb 2012, 13:22



Tony Moore "When I met Mark nearly 25 years ago, I could never have predicted the journey that awaited me. He introduced me to a kind of music I had never explored, and to a group of musicians who would change how I wrote and listened to music forever..." (read more)

Bobby Jarzombek "The first thing that comes to mind when I think of Mark Reale is that he had such a good heart. Everyone knows that. He always treated people and his band members as equals. He never thought of Riot as "his band", it was always "our band..." (read more)

Donnie Van Stavern "Donnie van Stavern: "Mark was not only a brilliant musician and guitarist but a true friend, brother and mentor to me. He gave me the honor of joining and performing with the great Riot back in the early 80's when Rhett and Sandy were still aboard..." (read more)

Mike Flyntz "I would like to thank everyone for the support and love regarding the passing of my dear friend Mark Reale. I have had the honor to stand next to him on the stage and in the studio for over 22 years..." (read more)

The Darkness That All Men Must Face...
30 Jan 2012, 11:51



With heartfelt thanks to the fans in the United States, Europe, Japan, and all places in between for all their support over the years. RIOT meant everything to Mark, the loyalty and love of his fans fueled his passion and desire to continue making music for as long as possible. Please keep Mark Reale in your hearts and his memory alive within you.

Mike Flyntz on his personal loss: "I would like to thank everyone for the support and love regarding the passing of my dear friend Mark Reale. I have had the honor to stand next to him on the stage and in the studio for over 22 years... (READ MORE)

R.I.P. Mark Reale...
26 Jan 2012, 09:42



To friends and fans of Mark Reale and Riot,

We are deeply saddened to confirm that Mark has lost his battle with a lifelong illness. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated by Mark's family, friends, and bandmates at this difficult time...

News, regarding Mark's illness...
16 Jan 2012, 23:35



Due to complications arising from treatment for Mark's illness, he remains hospitalized in San Antonio and will not be healthy enough to appear as scheduled. Mike, Tony, Bobby and Don have, at the strong urging of Mark's family, decided to perform the shows without Mark on guitar.

"We are receiving updates on his condition several times daily, and Mark is currently undergoing procedures to stabilize him. His father, in addition to several dedicated friends of the band and the family, are at Mark's side constantly as doctors work to restore him to health..." (Read more)

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