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Tyrone Strother Artist, Author & Producer
Tyrone Strother — Multidisciplinary Artist, Author, Producer & Community Hero
Tyrone Strother is a Bronx‑born contemporary visual artist, internationally distributed independent author, music producer, sculptor, and founder of Strother Luxury and Home. His multidisciplinary career spans fine art, global literature, audio engineering, and luxury design, rooted in a lifelong commitment to cultural preservation and community impact.
⭐ Early Life & Origins
Born and raised in the Bronx, New York, Tyrone emerged from the creative and cultural energy of Hunts Point. His voice as a young community representative was documented as early as 1998, when he was interviewed by The New York Times as part of a feature on youth perspectives in the neighborhood.
This early recognition marked the beginning of a lifelong journey in storytelling, creativity, and public service.
⭐ Visual Artist — The Bronx Legacy (BXADP)
Tyrone is a historically documented Bronx artist, selected for the Bronx Artist Documentary Project (BXADP) — a juried initiative where 30 professional photographers documented the borough’s most accomplished artists.
Archival Status
His portrait, interviews, and creative process are permanently preserved in the Bronx County Historical Society Archives, establishing him as part of the Bronx’s cultural record.
Exhibitions
His work has been featured in major cultural institutions, including:
Andrew Freedman Home (Bronx Centennial)
International Center of Photography (ICP)
Bronx Documentary Center
Bronx Library Center
The Riverdale Y
⭐ Global Independent Author — International Literary Reach
Tyrone is an internationally distributed author whose catalog spans horror, supernatural thrillers, speculative fiction, romance, and technical guides.
Global Retail Distribution
His books are sold through:
Amazon (U.S. & Australia)
Walmart.com
Waterstones (United Kingdom)
Worldwide Reseller Networks
His titles are available through:
ThriftBooks
AbeBooks
eBay
Alibris
Better World Books
BookFinder
World of Books (UK)
This distribution places his work across North America, Europe, Australia, India, South Africa, and New Zealand.
Library & Catalog Presence
His books are cataloged in:
WorldCat
OpenLibrary
LibraryThing
Public library e‑catalogs
Reader Ratings
His work receives reader engagement on:
Goodreads
Amazon
Walmart
Waterstones
StoryGraph
Notable Works
The In Between
The Butcher of East Village
2 Train: A Journey Through Hell
Hotel Ebonshade
Whispers in the Pines
Chrimson Elegy
Neon Hearts: Love in Times Square
The Ultimate Guide to Studio Mixing
⭐ Music Producer & Audio Architect
With over two decades in the independent music scene, Tyrone operates under oPHANYM mUSIC and leads the production brand oPHAN Beats.
Creative Identity
His sound blends:
Analog grit
Atmospheric hip‑hop
Cinematic textures
Experimental “stoner wave” compositions
Streaming Presence
His music is available on SoundCloud, featuring tracks such as:
ReasonTrickOrBeat
Ghost Channel
wont go under
The stoner wave series
Industry Leadership
He is the founder and executive of Black Vault Music Group, developing artists and sound identities.
⭐ Sculptor & Designer — Strother Luxury and Home
As founder of Strother Luxury and Home, Tyrone creates sculptural statement pieces that merge fine art with high‑end interior design.
His work is known for:
Polished finishes
Expressive forms
Handcrafted materials
Luxury décor aesthetics
⭐ Community Heroism
In December 2016, while living in Elgin, Illinois, Tyrone was officially honored by the Elgin Fire Department for rescuing children from a burning apartment building. His actions were recognized by local authorities and covered by regional news outlets.
This moment stands as a testament to his character, courage, and commitment to others.
⭐ Legacy
Across art, literature, music, and design, Tyrone’s work reflects a deep dedication to storytelling, cultural identity, and creative excellence. His contributions are preserved in historical archives, displayed in major exhibitions, distributed internationally, and recognized by his community.
From the Bronx to the world, Tyrone Strother continues to build a legacy defined by resilience, imagination, and impact.
REFERENCES
ABC7 Chicago – Fire Rescue Coverage
https://abc7chicago.com/elgin-fire-children-rescued-apartment-fire-hero/1650401/
🎨 ART & EXHIBITION
Bronx Artist Documentary Project – VCCA Feature
https://www.vcca.com/bronx-artist-documentary-project
Bronx County Historical Society (Archive Home)
https://www.bronxhistoricalsociety.org
Andrew Freedman Home (Exhibition Venue)
https://www.andrewfreedmanhome.org
Bronx Documentary Center
https://www.bronxdoc.org
Bronx Library Center (NYPL)
https://www.nypl.org/locations/bronx-library-center (nypl.org in Bing)
📚 BOOK RETAILERS
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Tyrone+Strother
Walmart
https://www.walmart.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother
Waterstones (UK)
https://www.waterstones.com/books/search/term/Tyrone+Strother
Barnes & Noble
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Tyrone%20Strother
Target Books
https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=Tyrone+Strother
Google Books
https://www.google.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother+books
Amazon Author Page
14. https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tyrone-Strother/author/
🌍 WORLDWIDE RESELLERS
ThriftBooks
https://www.thriftbooks.com/browse/?b.search=Tyrone+Strother
AbeBooks
https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Tyrone+Strother
eBay Books
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Tyrone+Strother+book
Alibris
https://www.alibris.com/search/books/author/Tyrone-Strother
Better World Books
https://www.betterworldbooks.com/search/results?q=Tyrone+Strother
BookFinder
https://www.bookfinder.com/search/?author=Tyrone+Strother
World of Books (UK)
https://www.wob.com/en-us/category/all?search=Tyrone+Strother
🏛 LIBRARY & CATALOG LISTINGS
WorldCat
https://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Tyrone+Strother
OpenLibrary
https://openlibrary.org/search?q=Tyrone+Strother
LibraryThing
https://www.librarything.com/search.php?search=Tyrone+Strother
⭐ RATINGS & READER ENGAGEMENT
Goodreads
https://www.goodreads.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother
Amazon Ratings
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Tyrone+Strother
Walmart Ratings
https://www.walmart.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother
Waterstones Ratings
https://www.waterstones.com/books/search/term/Tyrone+Strother
StoryGraph
https://app.thestorygraph.com/browse?search=Tyrone+Strother
🎵 MUSIC REFERENCES
SoundCloud (oPHANYM mUSIC / oPHAN Beats)
https://soundcloud.com/search?q=Tyrone%20Strother
https://www.tiktok.com/@ophanbeats
Instagram – Strother Luxury & Home (Official Brand Page) https://www.instagram.com/strotherluxuryandhome
this is an original tyrone piece resin hardened for 2 days zurconias set stone base fine mica glitter placed in 2 lauers of uv resin
digitaly sculpted in perl and golt tones
