Band/Artist: The Torn Images
Location: Fountain Valley, California
Styles: alternative rock, indie rock
Similar to/RIYL: Blur, Pixies, Nirvana, Coldplay, Blur, Muse
CD: Reviver
Members/Instruments:
Briand Arabaca (*aka The Torn Images) vocal/guitar
*A solo artist supported by indie artists in OC (Orange County, California).
Jonathan O’Brien – bass/guitar/keyboard/
Andy Hernandez – guitar (audio monitor/engineer of LA indie rockers Grouplove; past: work with Young The Giant)
Tyler De Young – drums
Production:
Produced/Mixed/Engineerd by Jonathan O’Brien at The Music Box Studios in Irvine, California for the whole month of August 2014 (1st – 27th). Mastered by Michael Fossenkemper at TurtleTone Studio in Manhattan, New York for the whole month of October (1st – 22nd).
Tracklisting:
1. The Drifting
2. Mantle of Disguise
3. Out of Control (Into The Void)
4. Nearly Lost You
5. Life On A Standstill
6. Aimless Breath
7. Blind Fascination
8. Never Be The Same Again
9. The Elusive Vagabond
10. World of Meaning
Bio:
“Plays rock music that is catchy, moody, and edgy. In an unexpected moment of non-conformity, it gets loud, and proud!”
The Torn Images is an indie/alternative rock duo formed in early May 2012 in Fountain Valley, California. The group consisted of singer/songwriter Briand Arabaca (vocals / guitar) and Jayson Thompson (drums). The band’s influences ranged from alternative rock, British romantic movement (80’s new wave)/ mod revival, and indie folk rock.
The collaboration with OCMA (Orange County Music Awards) 2013 nominated producer Jonathan O’Brien and live sound engineer/ drummer Tyler De Young on Oct. 2012 created a unique sonic vision which is translated into a pure aural bliss.
The Torn Images released their first EP called The Dawning on March 2013. The delivery of such diverse palette of sound inherent on the band, is evidently heard on songs like: “The Sun and The Downfall”,”Path of Resolution”, and “Scent of Summer”.
The Dawning EP received critical praises from music press. A noted music critic/reviewer Alexa Spieler reviewed, ” The Torn Images provide listeners with insight into what the band is made of and the potential the band possesses. Though aspects aren’t entirely perfected, The Torn Images display that they aren’t following restrictions and don’t intend on following one-set path. Rather, the band intends to expand their musical horizons and to explore different materials, while remaining true to their musicality and artistry. An insanely connective, musically unique, and captivating release, The Dawning – EP is a strong, solid foundation for The Torn Images to unleash into the world.” A journalist and freelance writer from Knoxville, TN named Alec Cunningham of BLANK newspaper wrote, “All things considered, The Dawning manages to maintain a retro vibe about it while also sustaining a distinct diversity. They do this by transcending both multiple genres as well as multiple eras with their sound, allowing their fan base to extend through various genres and age groups also.”
On May 2013, drummer Jayson Thompson officially left the band and moved to San Diego for personal reasons. This prompted Briand Arabaca with a strong resolve, to continue that musical vision and aspiration. The Torn Images became his alter-ego.
On June 2013, Briand Arabaca collaborated again with Jonathan O’Brien as the producer, and together with Tyler De Young as the drummer. The first phase of the new recordings commenced at The Music Box Studios (Tustin, California).
On Nov. 14, 2013, the second EP of The Torn Images entitled “Bound for The Morning Sun” was released, and gained more recognition from music fans around the globe with the singles, “Back To You”, and “Come Alive”.
The Torn Images is back to the studio again in August 2014 for a first full length album recording with producer Jonathan O’Brien (who recently won the OC Music Awards 2014 “Best Producer”). The avant-garde drummer Tyler De Young will join in together with multi-instrumentalist Andy Hernandez (currently the monitor engineer of Grouplove).
On Nov. 19 2014, The Torn Images just released a full length album called “Reviver”.
