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Power Trip frontman Riley Gale dies at 35, fans mourn the rock star and thank him for ‘changing lives’

The band said, “It is with the greatest of sadness we must announce that our lead singer and brother Riley Gale passed away last night.”

Thrash metal, hardcore punk and crossover thrash band Power Trip frontman Riley Gale has reportedly died at the age of 35, the cause of his death is not known. The band was formed in 2008, in Dallas, Texas. Confirming the tragic news in a statement, the band said, “It is with the greatest of sadness we must announce that our lead singer and brother Riley Gale passed away last night.”

The statement also read: “Riley was a friend, a brother, a son. Riley was both, a larger-than-life rock star and a humble and giving friend. He touched so many lives through his lyrics and through his huge heart. He treated everyone he met as a friend and he always took care of his friends. We will celebrate Riley’s life and never forget the great works of music, charity, and love that he left behind. You, the fans, meant so much to him, please know how special you are. If you have a memory of Riley please share it, no matter how small, as we remember him.”

In the same statement, the band also requested Gale's fans respect his family's privacy. Signed Riley's loving family, it said, “Please respect our wishes for privacy during this time. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Dallas Hope Charities, the link to donate directly is here. PS: Funeral and visitation arrangements are pending.”

While details of his death are yet to be revealed, social media was soon brimming with mournful tweets. "RIP Riley Gale. An inspirational frontman, I’ll remember him for his positive energy. After every Power Trip gig I saw, I walked a little taller. Riley understood the power of music. He will be missed," one fan said and another posted, "A friend just told me the awful awful news. Beyond being a killer musician, the world was better because of Riley the human being. This is just f**king awful. Jam some UFO for him. HAIL RILEY GALE. Thank you for lifting DFW up & changing lives."

"Riley Gale? I'm losing my s**t. Please please let me forfeit 2020 and give me back one of my absolute favorite vocalists of all time," one emotional fan wrote and another said, "@powertriptx was one of the first bands that got me into hardcore back in 2014, and though I never had the chance to see them live, I've loved them ever since. I am very hurt by the news of Riley Gale's passing today. Today is a very sad day for the hardcore community."

One fan said, "We are very sad to hear of the loss of our brother Riley Gale. This is a big hit to the music industry, metal fans and Texans alike. much love to you all tonight. Power Trip is one of those bands that can captivate…" Another posted, "The best shows I recall for sure, seeing power trip both night and day, inside and outside, no matter were they played it was a good f**king time. You were the nicest guy I could ever approach to and tell you how much your set put me in a better mood. Rest in Power Riley Gale."