Tim MciirathRole: Singer, Rhythm Guitar
Tim Mcllrath, born on November 3, 1978, is one of the founders of the band, and writes all the band's songs. He was raised in Indianapolis and attended Northeastern Illinois University. It was in university that Tim met
Joe Principe, and they formed the band together. Tim was part of a couple bands, Baxter, and Arma Angelus, before starting Rise Against. |
Joe PrincipeRole: Bass Guitarist
Joe Principe, born on November 14, 1974, is one of the founders of the band. He was raised in River Grove, Illinois. Before joining Rise Against, Joe was part of the band 88 Fingers Louie, but left after the band decided to go their seperate ways. It was shortly after this break up that Joe met Tim with his former bandmate, Mr.Precision, and the band was created.
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Zach BlairRole: Lead Guitarist
Zach Blair joined the band in early 2007, as the sixth new guitarist since the band started. Originally from Sherman, Texas, Zach was a member of the punk group Only Crime with his brother, and the band Hagfish, before joining Rise Against.
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Brandon BarnesRole: Drummer
Brandon Barnes started playing drums at the age of 9. He was raised in Denver, Colorado and attended the University of Colorado. It was in university that he played in the music program and decided he want to make music his career. Barnes joined the band Pinhead Circus in 1998, but left shortly after to join Rise Against. It was when Barnes joined when the band was renamed from Transistor Revolt to Rise Against.
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