Rise Against was formed under the name Transistor Revolt in 1999 by former members of the bands
88 Fingers Louie and Baxter.
The band changed its name to "Rise Against" in 2001 and released their first album, Unraveling the same year.
Rise Against is also known for their advocacy of progressive organizations such as Amnesty International
and It Gets Better Project. The band actively promotes animal rights and most members are straight
edge (excluding Barnes), PETA supporters, and vegetarian.
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Also known as:
Transistor Revolt, R.A., Rise
From:
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Genres:
Melodic hardcore, punk rock, hardcore punk
Years active:
1999–present
Associated acts:
Anti-Flag
Billy Talent
Touche Amore
AFI
Bad Religion
NOFX
The Offspring
88 Fingers Louie
Baxter
The Honor System
The Killing Tree
Only Crime
Hagfish
Reach The Sky
Cancer Bats
Silverstein
Members:
Tim McIlrath
(lead vocals, rhythm guitar)
Zach Blair
(lead guitar, backing vocals)
Joe Principe
(bass guitar, backing vocals)
Brandon Barnes
(drums, percussion)
Past Members:
Toni Tintari
Mr. Precision
Todd Mohney
Kevin White
Chris Chasse
Rise Against Trivia:
• In addition to being vegetarians, all the members of Rise Against,
(except Brandon Barnes) refrain from consuming alcohol or using drugs
• In 2009, the band was voted Best Animal-Friendly Band by PETA.
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