Tim McIlrath

Tim McIlrath
Tim McIlrath
	McIlrath performing in 2023
Background information
Birth name	Timothy James McIlrath
Also known as	James Kaspar
Born	November 3, 1978; Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.
Origin	Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Genres	Melodic hardcore; punk rock; hardcore punk; metalcore; post-hardcore;
Occupations	Musician; singer; songwriter;
Instruments	Vocals; guitar; bass;
Years active	1995–present
Member of	Rise Against;
Formerly of	Baxter; Arma Angelus; The Killing Tree; The Honor System; Yellow Road Priest;

Timothy James McIlrath (born November 3, 1978) is an American rock musician. He is the lead singer, rhythm guitarist, songwriter and co-founder of the punk rock band Rise Against. He is vegetarian and straight edge.