IRENE TORRES
Miˈɾaða ☞ Eng. Gaze. ✿ Inspired by the tumultuous and passionate love story of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.
Irene's first two singles are out now
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Her' debut solo album will be released in 2023
"Fuego" is a romantic Peruvian waltz about breaking the cycle of generational trauma. As people who are empowered in the process of their own healing, we sometimes have to burn down what is no longer needed from the past to create a fertile space to build a new future. This love song is about the desire to face our wounds together, a promise to do the work required to build the future we desire.
LETRA
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Somos fuego escondido
Tu y yo
Despertamos los secretos
Tu y yo
Y no me siento arrepentida
Se quien soy
Quemando lo que adoramos
Amando lo que quemamos
Tu y Yo
I saw secret hidden fires in your eyes
You awakened all the truth I hid inside
I’ve got no regrets my love
I’m standing by
Burning all that we love
Loving all that we burn
you and I
Te vi mirarme en la oscuridad
Hemos llegado al punto final
Lenguas muertas que hablamos
Sin buscar encontramos
Una mentira que descubrió la verdad
Fue un veneno que curó la enfermedad
Te vi mirarme en la oscuridad
Hemos llegado al punto final
Lenguas muertas que hablamos
Sin buscar encontramos
Una mentira que descubrió la verdad
Fue un veneno que curó la enfermedad
Una mentira que descubrió la verdad
Fue un veneno que curó la enfermedad
TRANSLATION
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We are hidden fires, You and I
We awakened all the secrets, You and I
And I feel no regrets, I know exactly who I am
Burning all that we love,
Loving all that we burn,
You and I
I saw secret hidden fires in your eyes
You awakened all the truth I hid inside
I’ve got no regrets my love
I’m standing by
Burning all that we love
Loving all that we burn
you and I
I saw you look at me in the dark
We have reached the final point
Dead languages we spoke
Without seeking we found
The lie that revealed the truth
The poison that cured the sickness
The lie that revealed the truth
The poison that cured the sickness
☞ CREDITS/CREDITOS:
Vocals / Voz: Irene Torres
Vocal Arrangement/ Arreglos Vocal: Jono Grant
Guitars / Guitarra: JJ Acuña (Juan Jeronimo Acuña Duran)
Bass / Bajo: Matias Recharte
Cajón / Cajón: Dhany Mario Rivas Rosas
Trombone /Trombón: Luisito Orbegoso
Trumpet/Trompeta: Alexander Brown
Lyrics/Letra: Irene Torres
Composition/Composición: Irene Torres & Juan Jeronimo Acuna Duran
Engineer/Ingeniero: Guillermo Subauste @ Pacha Sound
Mixing Engineer/Mezcla: Guillermo Subauste
Mastered/Masterización: Jono Grant
Producer/Productor: Eric St-Laurent & Juan Jeronimo Acuna Duran
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© 2022 Irene Torres under exclusive license to Vesuvius Music Inc. / IDLA
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Special thanks/ muchas gracias a Fidelia Torres, Oscar Butteler, Vesuvius Music Inc. (Lorenzo Digianfelice, Jaymz Bee, Gigi Marentette), Chris Churchill, nuestro equipo y mi familia.
In a world of fast-paced music, Irene Torres is a rare gem that captures the soul of her audience. Born in Lima, Peru and based in Toronto, Canada, Torres has over a decade of experience on the international music scene. As the front-woman for several ensembles, including the Flamenco fusion group Santerias, the Afro-Cuban band Battle of Santiago, the Latin house project Sol Azul, and her own blues and soul group Irene Torres & The Sugar Devils, she has earned a reputation for her powerful and precise vocal delivery that conveys deep emotional depth.
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Now, Torres is embarking on a new journey as she turns inward to record a solo album of original songs and traditional covers in homage to her Peruvian roots. This highly-anticipated album blends the traditional instrumentation of Peru with Torres' raw and honest storytelling, showcasing her unique artistic voice.
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Torres' first single, "Fuego," has already made waves in the music industry, earning recognition as one of CBC Music's Global Music radio show Frequencies top tracks of 2022. Her latest single, "Mirada," is a true testament to Torres's creative range. Featuring a blend of a 1950s Cuban afro groove, akin to a bolero, Peruvian instrumentation, and a traditional festejo section, the song was inspired by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera's tumultuous love story. It celebrates the bittersweet melancholy of fiercely devoted lovers who are united despite their differences.
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With her exceptional debut solo album on the horizon, Torres is sure to captivate her audience once again. Her performances showcase her incredible vocal talent, unique artistic vision, and deep commitment to sharing her culture and experiences with the world. Don't miss your chance to witness the magic of Irene Torres.
"Irene is a singer from the heart. I catch myself not concentrating on playing my percussion because she gets me involved in the lyric. She is capable of transmitting emotion to audiences that don’t necessarily understand the Spanish language.
- Luis Orbegoso (percussionist)
"I had been aware of Irene Torres from being on the scene in Toronto over the last few years with her RnB band, and always thought she was great. Then...at a private house concert one night I heard her sing in Spanish. It was as though she was transformed by singing in her native language. She had me hanging on every word, every note. I rushed up to her afterwards and told that she HAD to record in Spanish. I still feel the goosebumps."
- Lou Pomanti (producer)
"Irene is a pleasure to work with in the studio. She's bright and full of joy when she sings, bringing a ton of personality and texture to anything she's involved with. A big voice on this girl! I can't wait to hear and mix the album she's currently got cookin'!"
- Jono Grant (producer)
"Irene is not only a great vocalist hitting all ranges and styles but her live, onstage performance is out of this world."
- Lorenzo Digianfelice (VMI)
"Irene's effortless delivery captures the audience's attention immediately, while her intense charisma seals the deal for anyone attuned to the power of song and dance."
- Eric St-Laurent (Guitarist, producer)
"Irene Torres has a comfort level as a performer that makes her a star. Not only does she have a fantastic voice and talent, but also her music has something very special and unique to say. Everyone who meets her feels immediately at home."
- Jaymz Bee (Radio host, producer)