The Phoenix Within is an independent NYC-based alternative prog-rock band, that incorporates diverse elements and styles of rock into their heavy soundscape. The band is fronted by Omar Feliciano and is backed by bassist Nick Narlis, guitarist John Narlis and drummers Steve Khan and James Narlis.
Their songs are lyrically dense and emotionally charged always walking a thin line between hard rock elements and heavy felt vulnerability. Their themes explore topics such as resilience, perseverance, and the underdog mentality. Tracks like “Abuso” tackle the heavy topic of being in an abusive relationship and/or situation, but with the positive spin of making it out, while “Contender” speaks to anyone who has had to face down adversity, feeling like they’ve failed but somehow getting through it, ready to swing. Their single track, “Next” tackled mass shootings and gun violence awareness in the United States. Confronting listeners with the real-life possibility that they can be next.