Long Island singer, 23, becomes frontman for heavy metal band Quiet Riot after online audition

They asked him to feel the “Noize” — and he went wild.A Long Island rocker, 23, was named the newest frontman for Quiet Riot, beating out more than 700 other applicants after publicly sharing his audition tape for the legendary heavy metal group.John Torra, of Massapequa, secured the “wild” gig when he landed on the band’s radar while performing a trio of their top hits as part of his video audition on Instagram.“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 Regina Banali, the band’s manager and widow of longtime drummer Frankie 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.”Torra has been the lead singer for New Jersey-based Fire ‘N Ice as he waited for the official word from Quiet Riot.Torra submitted his application to the famed rock band on July 15, sharing his renditions of “Cum on Feel the Noize,” “Metal Health (Bang your Head)” and fan favorite, “Run for Cover.”The young metalhead pitched his skills for his dream job in front of a wall lined with posters of other heavy metal bands including Megadeth, White Snake, Mötley Crüe and Dio.“Quiet Riot recently announced they’re accepting submissions as they search for their new singer for next year.

I figured… why not? Challenge accepted!” Torra said.“Here’s my take on “Cum On Feel the Noize,” one of their biggest classic hits.”Torra joins current band members Rudy Sarzo, Alex Grossi and Johnny Kelly for their upcoming tour dates starting on Oct.

1 in West Siloam Springs, Okla., the group said in the announcement post on Monday.“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 v...