BIG BLOG 5/23/20

"Undaunted and unscathed by the studio software/hardware meltdowns and this unprecedented global pandemic shutdown, here is our new album. I am in complete awe of the amazing artists; some returning, some new that have lent their voices and words to make this record possible. And I‘m eternally grateful to our growing BIC FAMILY that continue this journey with us," says BIC curator Michael Ciravolo.
"To me, 'The Storm Before The Calm' represents a rewind and a fast-forward. A rewind to the ‘80s and the great albums that lived on my turntable, that set a mood, a vibe… even the feeling of temperature.. as well as a crystal ball look into the next evolution of Beauty In Chaos.  Beauty wrapped in chaos. Dark, but always, with a light".

I have been waiting for this day ever since that bleak January night when the Mac and ProTools ‘gremlins’ won the battle and it became insurmountable and then it became, unfortunately, all-to-clear we would not make our late February release date. Well… the ‘gremlins’ did not win the war … ‘The Storm Before The Calm’ is finally a reality!

It is wonderful to hear all of the kind words from our BIC Family about this record. I know I speak for Kat, Adrienne, Ashton, Wayne, Seibold, Rafe, Curse and Michael Rozon that we are humbled and very proud. As with our debut ‘FBIC’, there are probably a few of the artists that you might not be familiar with. I strongly suggest that you delve into each artist and I believe you will hear why I asked them to join the family. If you go HERE you can read a bit from not only myself, but each artist about their songs.

I would like to personally thank Ryan Martin and the mighty JAMMERZINE for ‘premiering’ the release. You can check it out HERE, as there is some cool Q&A included.

Long time friend and BIC Supporter Kevin Burke published THIS cool piece in THE BIG TAKEOVER. Kevin dives deep and pulls some interesting influences he hears in each song.

Also, just off the press, THIS from the lovely Judy Lyon and her TORCHED MAGAZINE. She has been a supporter from Day 1! Some nice questions in this one also….

No less meaningful to me are these words from the below journalists…

‘WORLD GOTH DAY’ / gOD LIVES IN THE TV ZINE / ALL AGES ZINE / CULT OF DAN PEACH / GRAFFITIVIBE UK /

I would also like to thank the following people and radio stations that continue their undying support of BIC:

Nick Court - Revolution Radio On-Line / Andy Cousin and Lisa Jane - The Andy Cousin Show / KB-AOR CANADA / RADIOCOOLIO.COM / DJ MAC on WoodyRadio / 2XS ROCKS! /Mike Rogers and KorRadio UK / IDFM98FM France / Heresy on MMH /

DJ Nocturna -Queen of Wands on MODSNAP / Paul Beat and MadWasp Radio /

Finally, I would like to thank Tim Perry of 33.3 Music Collective for believing in me and his undying love of vinyl and CDs! Dirk Doucette - dedicated and devastating on the drums again, Michael Rozon … what can I say? One of my dearest friends who’s talent, patience and support drive the BIC Machine, and my small but mighty family, Tish, Nicole and Sophia for their love and belief in me during the long hours making this album!

If you haven’t ordered your copy of ‘the storm before the calm’, especially on vinyl or CD, I urge to to please do so! I would love BIC’s music to be available in these formats as opposed to digital only… which I would fucking hate!! Here the link to our BIC STORE. If anyone wants it signed, there is a box to check and I am more than happy to. Remember, the digital version is sent instantly with the purchase of Vinyl or CD. It seems a tad confusing, but you are sent a CODE and you need to add the DIGITAL VERSION to your cart, then add the emailed code at checkout and the price becomes $0.00. Make sense? If you didn't get your code or it is not working, please email us at info@beautyinchaosmusic.com (include your order #).

Lots of new BIC MERCH … including some coffee mugs with my mug! I am told they will work just dandy with red wind :)

Love to hear what your fave song on this album is and if you have made it thru the 29 minute title sonic- extravaganza ? We are shooting a new video next week for the gorgeous ‘Stranger’, which we hope to have out late June. Hopefully one or two more will follow!

Be Safe and Thank a Soldier or Veteran this week,

MC X

The voice and words of BEAUTY IN CHAOS

photo by ANABEL DFLUX

new BIC vessels, perfect for AM or PM beverages. GET YOURS HERE !

probably never-to-be-seeen-again ‘WORLD GOTH DAY’ pic by ANABEL DFLUX