Cul de Sac is an American instrumental/experimental rock band formed in Boston around 1990, known for blending post‑rock, psychedelic and electronic textures; their 1996 album China Gate is frequently cited by critics.

Their sound mixes progressive/neo‑prog elements, oriental textures, free‑jazz passages and experimental electronics; China Gate (1996) is highlighted in the provided review as a standout album.

A reverent review that praises China Gate (1996) as a standout experimental/post‑prog record. The critic highlights oriental textures, free‑jazz passages, Floyd‑influenced guitar, and several tracks described as masterpieces. Overall, the review places the album among the decade's best.

For:Fans of experimental/post-rock, progressive and instrumental music

 Among the hidden gems of the great Nineties that have just passed, "China Gate" deserves to be placed with full merit, the third album by the Bostonians Cul De Sac, true gurus of the new experimental prog scene.

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