Born in Chatsworth, California; Cory always loved music, picking up the drums at age seven and eventually guitar at age 10. Cory self taught himself to play and perform. Cory started playing in the teen-pop rock band, IMPAKT from 2007-2012. They played hundreds of shows across California including the Chain Reaction and The Viper Room in Hollywood and went on to being finalist's in the NAMM SchoolJam USA Battle of the Bands in 2012 but broke up shortly after. Afterwards, Cory went on to help form the hard rock band, SIREN. From 2012-2013, They embarked on two tours, playing prestigious venues such as The Whisky A Go-Go. During his time with SIREN, Cory created the pop-punk band, Painted Desires. Originally started as a side-project while on break from touring, Cory stepped away from the drums and into the spotlight as a singer and guitarist from 2013-2019. At the start of 2019, Cory began a solo career under his own name. Writing songs about his past, present and future. Catchy guitar riffs and powerful lyrics, Cory Ryan is bringing a twist to the 2000s pop punk sound and modern alternative sound!