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Russian Circles

Musical Group
Forfans of instrumental post-metal/post-rock, listeners into isis/neurosis/pelican, and anyone who likes massive, cinematic guitar music.
5 Reviews 1 Definitions 6 Charts

The Profile

Russian Circles are an American instrumental post-metal trio from Chicago, formed in 2004. The lineup features Mike Sullivan (guitar), Brian Cook (bass), and Dave Turncrantz (drums). Known for dynamic crescendos, crushing lows, and cinematic structures, they’ve released acclaimed albums from Enter and Geneva to Memorial, Guidance, Blood Year, and Gnosis.

Chicago-based instrumental trio blending post-metal and post-rock; active since 2004. Albums released on Sargent House (e.g., Empros). Memorial features guest vocals by Chelsea Wolfe. Gnosis involved sessions at Steve Albini’s Electrical Audio with assistance from Kurt Ballou. Empros was produced/mixed with Brandon Curtis.

Five reviews chart Russian Circles’ evolution from Enter’s genre-bridging surge to Geneva’s post-rock atmospheres, Empros’ rougher impact, Memorial’s shadowy grandeur, and Gnosis’ taut lockdown-forged assault. Critics praise the trio’s contrasts, seismic dynamics, and cinematic structures, noting key production details and standout tracks. Overall sentiment: strongly favorable.

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