Estado Alterado / Altered State - Izzy “Blaze” Rodriguez - Ghost Riff Riders

Estado Alterado / Altered State - Izzy “Blaze” Rodriguez - Ghost Riff Riders

"Estado Alterado" by Izzy Rodriguez
A Message from Izzy "Blaze" Rodriguez
Welcome to "Estado Alterado," my second solo project within the incredible Ghost Riff Riders family. This album has been a deeply personal journey, exploring themes that resonate with me on a profound level. In a world increasingly dominated by screens, algorithms, and artificial enhancements, I wanted to create something that speaks to the beauty of humanity—the way we are meant to be, raw and unfiltered, created by a force greater than ourselves.

The album's title, "Estado Alterado" (Altered State), reflects the awakening from the illusion that technology is the ultimate solution. These songs are a rebellion against the dehumanization of our lives, a cry to break free from the chains of artificial perfection, and a call to embrace the authenticity, emotion, and imperfections that make us truly alive.

I’m beyond thrilled to have had the full support of the Ghost Riff Riders on this project. This album wouldn’t be what it is without the incredible contributions from every member of the band:

Ryder “Riff” Mason, whose unparalleled guitar work gave this album its razor-sharp edge.
Vera “Venom” Carter, who brought raw emotion and vocal power to the tracks.
Jaxon “The Beast” Kane, driving every song forward with his thunderous drumming.
Nikki “Hex” Hart, whose haunting keyboard arrangements added a dimension of industrial intensity.
Luna “Moonscar” Mason, adding both depth and harmony with her guitar and backing vocals.
Tina “Raven” Rose, my amazing fiancée, who not only contributed her talents to the arrangements but also delivered a stunning lead vocal performance on "Breaking Free."
"Hammer" Joe K. and "Wrench" Sam Carter, whose incredible guitar work and production expertise brought the vision to life.
Working with this group is always an honor, and their energy, creativity, and passion can be felt in every note of this album. While this is a solo project in concept, it’s a collective triumph in execution.

This album represents a stand for something bigger than music—it’s about rejecting the soulless march toward a disconnected future and embracing the irreplaceable power of the human spirit.

Thank you for taking this journey with me. I hope these songs inspire you, challenge you, and remind you that even in a world that seems dominated by machines, we hold the power to reclaim ourselves.

Stay raw. Stay real. Stay human.

With love and fire,
Izzy “Blaze” Rodriguez

This song is part of the Ghost Riff Riders universe, an epic rock opera inspired by our novel Metal Knights. https://a.co/d/f2mGhuE
Full album coming soon

Recorded in our new studio - hope you like the new sound - Enjoy!

Music video
Sam Carter

Vocals: Izzy “Blaze” Rodriguez
Drums: Jaxon “The Beast” Kane
Keyboard: Nikki “Hex” Hart

Video Editing and Post production by “Wrench” Sam Carter, and “Hammer” Joe Kingston
Special thanks to:
Luna “Moonscar” Grey
Tina “Raven” Rose

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Ghost Riff Rider songs based on real life events in some cases but may have creative license and liberties taken to ensure artistic flow based on Graham McMurtry novel of Ghost Riff Riders (Metal Knights).
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