Triptych
Triptych is a rock band from Chicago.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Nickolas Blazina : vocals, guitar
Mark Tatara : guitar
Tony Martino : bass, backup vocals
Jeff Wickman : drums
"Jeff Buckley sings lead for Tool...so young that their potential alone should send any smart A&R guy running for his check book!" Andy Gerber, Fall 2001
Fueled by a desire to change the chain of empty art that is fed to the masses, Triptych brings only truth to all ears who care to listen. From the anthemic Army to the disgust filled triumph over Ignorance the band displays that more gets accomplished when one does something to change the situation.
Far from empty cries of heartbreak or false hopes of what can be expected, Triptych lays it on the table for anyone to take (or leave) without the packaged filler that seems to permeate a great percentage of music today.
The most important reason for this music being made is because it is felt by the members who create it. This music is nothing more than an observation, what we see in life and in ourselves a motto of sorts from vocalist/lyricist Nick Blazina, meaning that the band has and will stay true to their own hearts, and with that honesty a certain degree of interest would be sure to follow. And it has.
Not only has the band played for large crowds at venues such as Chicagos own Congress Theatre, Metro, and the Tweeter Center (formerly the New World Music Theater), but they've also been heard on such staple Chicago Radio stations as Q101 and 94.7fm "THE ZONE".
"File these guys under "up and coming!" James VanOsdol, Music Director for 94.7fm "THE ZONE"
"...this is the greatest Southside band ever."Kellam of "the X" WXAV 88.3fm, the voice of St. Xavier University
Now, it seems it is time to change again, to continue the natural evolution of music that has occurred over the past year.
Remitter, Triptychs first LP has been released in October of 2001. The title pronounces just the fact that it is the music, from the band to the people, that will be the message that will be stood behind. Working with acclaimed producer Andy Gerber at Million Yen Studios, the band is positive that they have sonically conveyed the utmost truth and passion while, above all, staying true to themselves.
If passion breeds followers, let the Army grow
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Wherever and whenever possible. We love it.
Your musical influences
Even though our music wouldn't reflect all of these collective influences, the music is reminiscent of a cross between deftones, nonpoint, helmet, handsome, silverchair, endo, staind, incubus, tool, and brad.
