By Ian Hayes
Photo By Trent Jacobs
Torn Within, formed in 2002, hails from Riverside, California. You may have noticed they now have a second home in Colorado. Torn Within was welcomed to the scene back in June of 2023, playing their first show in 17 years at Lost Lake in Denver, CO.
Back in ‘02, the band released an EP that was extremely well received in thr SoCal hardcore scene. After playing shows with legends like Suicide Silence and All Shall Perish, Torn Within was forced to go their separate ways with Rick (guitar) and Mike (bass) then joining Suicide Silence. They recorded the Suicide Silence EP before Rick left for college. Mike remained with Suicide Silence for a while longer, participating the releases “The Cleansing” and “No Time To Bleed”.
Check out this Garza Podcast episode featuring Torn Within!
Upon the recreation of Torn Within, the band recruited drummer, Josh Goddard, from the early Suicide Silence days. The band has recorded an all-new EP called “The Peregrination EP” as well as a couple new singles, “Into The Darkness” and “Shame Slayer”.
Their most recent show was at Moe’s BBQ in Englewood, CO with support from Skin Dancer, Flesh Digest, and It’s Always Sunny In Tijuana. They welcomed the return of their original drummer, Jose. Watch the stage came footage below!
Torn Within’s current lineup consists of Justin Smith on lead vocals, Rick Ash on guitar, Logan Rainard on bass, and Jose Garcia on drums.