“Widely considered to be the “holy grail” amongst garage rock collectors, the 1967 album from The Rising Storm is far more than just a valuable curio; it both synthesizes a wildly diverse regional scene, and finds a remarkable young band displaying something much greater than mere ‘potential.’

“…What eventually became of The Rising Storm and Calm Before is almost too good to be true. It’s a story of creative redemption and affirmation from those who were never even seeking it. It’s a story of music lovers being gifted that most exciting of promises: a genuine “lost classic.” 

“…[The album’s original songs] are surprisingly nuanced compositions for a group of prep school teens.”

— From a 2020 review of Calm Before on Strange Currencies Music by Matt Ryan, its founder and editor in chief. To read the full article, click here.