CLEAR THE CHAOS

Genre: Original Alternative Rock
Affiliation: Mental Itch Music Group
Members: Dalton Rouse-Lead Vocals/Guitar
Avery Johnston-Guitar/Vocals
Kirk Fitzroy-Bass/Vocals
Braden Merod-Drums

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CLEAR THE CHAOS delivers a powerful, unique, exciting show, connecting the crowd with the band, the music and each other.

It was no surprise to fans when Clear the Chaos’ first video, “Auto” reached over 9,400 views on Youtube in early 2015. Having spent the last 3 years shredding Pacific Northwest venues with their unique fusion of intricate melodies and crunching rhythm, this talented group of young musicians continues to be humbled by the response to their music. When their song “Escape” debuted on KISW 99.9 FM Loud and Local in November of 2014, shortly after they signed with Mental Itch Music Group, they were surprised again, by the news they were gaining a following in the U.K. as well. Custom Music Magazine, in the U.K. named CTC Alternative Band of the Month in April 2015 and they were featured in an article in the U.K. rock publication, Fireworks Magazine’s in fall of 2015.

CTC spent the summer of 2015 on a 5 state, 14 city tour with the prestigious music touring organization The eXtreme Tour, www.theextremetour.com/artists.html.
The tour introduced these new fans to the powerful performance of a Clear the Chaos show. Now that they are back in the Northwest, in their usual “hard working” style they are currently in the studio recording as well as preparing for upcoming shows with an all-new stage show and new songs.

Formed in 2010 as the rock cover band “Just Cuz” when lead singer and guitar player Dalton Rouse, asked his cousin and two longtime friends to jam in his garage. Dalton’s extraordinary gift for music was evident from the moment he picked up a guitar for the first time at
the age of 13. He is a prolific songwriter and a powerful singer having studied voice from several well-known local vocal coaches, such as Queensrÿche vocalist Pamela Moore. With a mutual love for all types of music, the teenagers almost immediately moved from the garage
to learn the business of music the hard way, playing festivals, parties, all age venues, battle of the bands, open-mic nights, and even busking. Confident in their abilities they emerged renamed and reinvented in 2012, dropping cover songs in favor of an all original set list. With the experience of playing hundreds of shows all over the Puget Sound under their belt, CTC snared an invitation, from Louie Galarza to open the 2013 Dreamfest Music Festival at Louie G’s in Fife. Their debut album, Brothers & Sisters, dropped in March of 2014 at a release show for more than 450 rocking fans and was rereleased in November of 2014 shortly after Clear the Chaos signed to Mental Itch. The band members all agree, “The energy that flows between the crowd and the band during a live show is incredible. It fulfills us and encourages us to give even more in return."

Fans of the Northwest Rock Scene will recognize our newest member, powerhouse 16 year old guitar prodigy, Avery Johnston. As a founding member and former lead guitarist for the band Insuburban Avenue, Avery has spent the last 5 years rocking venues and festivals all over the Puget Sound as well as touring in clubs across the country, most recently appearing in Memphis at the Beale Street Blues Challenge. The addition of Avery on guitar and backup vocals for CTC has been destined to happen for a long time and all the members of CTC are excited that the time has finally come for them all to work together on the same team. “This changes everything”, says band leader
Dalton Rouse. “He has absolutely insane guitar skills, ranging from jazz to full on shredding. We could not be more thrilled and excited to take our show to the next level and show our fans how we have evolved.”

CTC has found its natural groove and distinctive sound by integrating powerful alternative rock themes with classical music roots. When the band talks about musical influences they cite Coheed and Cambria, Rush, and Foo Fighters as major influences. No less important to them are the classical composers and jazz performers who Dalton studies at Pacific Lutheran University, where he is currently majoring in Music Composition. Dalton says, “There’s something unique about every different musical form. We like to experiment with different
ideas and see how they affect our songs.” Dalton, who writes most of Clear the Chaos’s songs, says, “I start with the music, then try to connect the emotions it evokes to lyrics that expand its depth. I am simply telling stories and trying to create music that is as good as I can make it. We feel that good music is the best way we can reach people and it is the tool we use to communicate. Making the connection with our fans, on a personal level, through our music is what inspires us.”

Matt Kees, Music Producer at Smithbuilt Studios in Fredrickson, Washington talks about recording with the band in glowing terms. "Clear the Chaos are a talented group of guys... way beyond their years. Their songwriting skills and their musicianship chops are quite impressive."

Polly Osborn, DJ PO Honey/PO Honey Promotions, echoes those sentiments. “Clear the Chaos is a young dynamic band with a unique sound that stands out with catchy guitar riffs and honest heartfelt lyrics. Although these talented musicians are very young, the maturity and professionalism of both their recorded and live performances is surprising and refreshing. With strong management behind them and continued upbeat attitudes and hard work, I see much more in the future for Clear the Chaos!”

Louie Galarza, Founder/CEO Mental Itch Music Group says, "One of the hardest working young bands I’ve seen and heard in a while. The music they write is nothing less than brilliant - thunderous rhythm ...ripping guitars...and lyrics with a story Hollywood would enjoy. They make me proud.”

“We do this because making people happy makes us happy. That’s the way the Universe works; you send your effort, passion, and love out unconditionally, and eventually it comes back to you tenfold. We see every show as an opportunity to give everything we have in order to pull new people into our circle and connect them to us, to the music and to each other. That’s what it’s all about.”

DISCOGRAPHY:
Just Cuz, Just Cuz – 2010 Spark,
CLEAR THE CHAOS – 2012
Brothers & Sisters – March 22, 2014

PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE, PRESS & AIRPLAY
TOUR COMPANIES & CITIES OUTSIDE WASHINGTON
The eXtreme Tour
•Colorado Springs, CO
•Fort Collins, CO
•Salt Lake City, UT
•Pocatello, ID
•Hagerman, ID
•Buhl, ID
•Pendleton, OR
•Keizer, OR
•Salem, OR

FESTIVALS/FAIRS/EVENTS
•DREAMFEST, Fife, WA
•Hempfest, Seattle, WA
•Art on the Ave, Tacoma
•Bite of Seattle
•Taste of Tacoma
•Tacoma Freedom Fair
•Auburn Days
•Western WA Fair Fall & Spring
•Meeker Days Main Stage, Puyallup
•Puyallup Farmers Market
•Emerald Ridge High
•Rogers High School
•Meeker Days BOTB, 2011 winners
•Meeker Days BOTB, 2013 winners

PUBLIC/PRIVATE CLUBS & OTHER VENUES
•Louie G’s, Fife
•Jazzbones, Tacoma
•Studio Seven, Seattle
•The Swiss, Tacoma
•El Corazon, Seattle
•88 Keys, Seattle, WA
•The Charleston, Bremerton
•O’Malley’s Pub, Tacoma
•Medi’s Pizzeria, Tacoma
•The Live Room, Sumner
•Scotty’s Pub & Grub, Puyallup
•Auburn Avenue Theater
•The Puyallup Eagles
•Café Racer, Seattle, WA
•The Y Bar, Spanaway
•Charlie’s Restaurant, Puyallup
•The Harmon Brewery, Tacoma
•Harborview Hospital
•Mazatlán Cantina, Puyallup
•NW Vintage Wine Bar, Puyallup
•Anthem Coffee/Ale/Wine, Puyallup
•Wheelz, Fircrest
•Anthem Coffee/Ale/Wine, Tacoma
•Silver Creek R & A Living Community
•Puyallup Parks & Recreation-The Attic
•Sparks Firehouse Deli, Puyallup
•OSL Church Bands in the Barn
•Forza Coffee & Wine Bar, Gig Harbor

PRESS & RADIO AIRPLAY
•KISW 99.9 FM Seattle-Loud and Local
•Seattle Wave Radio-airplay & articles/blogs
•Seattle Wave Radio-Wavelength Interview
•Pierce County Herald-article & interview
•David Ray Rock Internet Radio-airplay
•Tacoma Weekly- Event announcement
•FPC Internet Radio-airplay & interview
•Pop Vulture Magazine-Featured Artist
•Puyallup Patch-article
•Weekly Volcano-photo
•PLU Radio-Airplay
•Seattle Sound Live-article & interview
•101.2 The Mix Internet Radio-airplay
•Alternative Artist of the Month-
April 2015-Custom Music Magazine, U.K
•NGFY Internet Radio-airplay
•Radio Riff-airplay & interview
•Fireworks Magazine, - 2015, U.K.
•Tacoma News Tribune-Larry LaRue article

COMMUNITY SERVICE
•Relay for Life, American Cancer Society
•Step by Step
•Toys for Tots
•Our Savior Lutheran Church
•Ballou Junior High/Jacoby Jam
•Meeker Mansion, Cider Squeeze
•Camp Restore, New Orleans
•Our Savior Lutheran Church, Kindness in Progress
•The Burned Children Recovery Foundation Camp Phoenix
•Courage Classic Bike Race
•Kitsap Food Bank
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness
• Puyallup School District Bond Awareness event

SHOW & RECORD PRODUCERS
•Matt Kees, Smithbuilt Studios
•Red Door Presents
•Puget Sound Music for Youth
•Puyallup Main Street Association
•Puyallup Parks & Recreation