Quiet Riot

The Profile

Quiet Riot is an American heavy metal band from Los Angeles, formed in 1973. They achieved mainstream success with the 1983 album Metal Health, which included the hit cover "Cum On Feel the Noize."

Reviews on DeBaser note Randy Rhoads as a founder figure, the Metal Health lineup (Kevin DuBrow, Carlos Cavazo, Rudy Sarzo, Frankie Banali), the band's move toward heavier metal and the inclusion of Slade covers. Reviewers mention Metal Health's strong sales and Condition Critical following a year later.

Two DeBaser reviews cover Quiet Riot's peak-era albums, Metal Health and Condition Critical. The reviews highlight Randy Rhoads' early role, the band's move toward heavier metal, Slade covers, and the classic lineup (DuBrow, Cavazo, Sarzo, Banali). Critical reception is appreciative and nostalgic.