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  

1. https://abc7chicago.com/elgin-fire-children-rescued-apartment-fire-hero/1650401/ 

🎨 ART & EXHIBITION 

Bronx Artist Documentary Project – VCCA Feature  

2. https://www.vcca.com/bronx-artist-documentary-project

Bronx County Historical Society (Archive Home)  

3. https://www.bronxhistoricalsociety.org

Andrew Freedman Home (Exhibition Venue)  

4. https://www.andrewfreedmanhome.org

Bronx Documentary Center  

5. https://www.bronxdoc.org

Bronx Library Center (NYPL)  

6. https://www.nypl.org/locations/bronx-library-center (nypl.org in Bing)

📚 BOOK RETAILERS 

Amazon  

8. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Tyrone+Strother

Walmart  

9. https://www.walmart.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother

Waterstones (UK)  

10. https://www.waterstones.com/books/search/term/Tyrone+Strother 

Barnes & Noble  

11. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Tyrone%20Strother 

Target Books  

12. https://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=Tyrone+Strother

Google Books  

13. https://www.google.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother+books 

                                                                                             Amazon Author Page 

14. https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tyrone-Strother/author/ 

🌍 WORLDWIDE RESELLERS

ThriftBooks  

14. https://www.thriftbooks.com/browse/?b.search=Tyrone+Strother

AbeBooks  

15. https://www.abebooks.com/servlet/SearchResults?an=Tyrone+Strother

eBay Books  

16. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=Tyrone+Strother+book

Alibris  

17. https://www.alibris.com/search/books/author/Tyrone-Strother 

Better World Books  

18. https://www.betterworldbooks.com/search/results?q=Tyrone+Strother 

BookFinder  

19. https://www.bookfinder.com/search/?author=Tyrone+Strother 

World of Books (UK)  

20. https://www.wob.com/en-us/category/all?search=Tyrone+Strother 

🏛 LIBRARY & CATALOG LISTINGS

WorldCat  

21. https://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Tyrone+Strother 

OpenLibrary  

22. https://openlibrary.org/search?q=Tyrone+Strother 

LibraryThing  

23. https://www.librarything.com/search.php?search=Tyrone+Strother 

⭐ RATINGS & READER ENGAGEMENT

Goodreads  

24. https://www.goodreads.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother 

Amazon Ratings  

25. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Tyrone+Strother 

Walmart Ratings  

26. https://www.walmart.com/search?q=Tyrone+Strother 

Waterstones Ratings  

27. https://www.waterstones.com/books/search/term/Tyrone+Strother

StoryGraph  

28. https://app.thestorygraph.com/browse?search=Tyrone+Strother 

🎵 MUSIC REFERENCES

SoundCloud (oPHANYM mUSIC / oPHAN Beats)  

29. https://soundcloud.com/search?q=Tyrone%20Strother

30. https://www.tiktok.com/@ophanbeats 

Instagram – Strother Luxury & Home (Official Brand Page) https://www.instagram.com/strotherluxuryandhome 

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