Secret Chiefs 3

Secret Chiefs 3 is an American experimental instrumental collective led by Trey Spruance that blends oriental/world sounds, surf, electronics, film-score nods and metal, often presented through multiple satellite ensembles.

Led by Trey Spruance, the group operates as a loose collective with many guests and multiple named satellite ensembles (Forms, Ishraqiyun, Traditionalists, The Electromagnetic Azoth, Holy Vehm, Ur). Reviews note heavy use of ethnic instruments and a mix of genres; albums like Book of Horizons and Le Mani Destre Recise Degli Ultimi Uomini are frequently cited.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Secret Chiefs 3 for wide-ranging, instrumental, genre-blending music led by Trey Spruance. Critics highlight exotic/oriental textures, surf and film-score nods, metal outbursts and meticulous arrangements. The band is presented as a collective using multiple aliases and many guest players. Both featured albums are lauded for variety, concept and strong musicianship.

For:Fans of experimental/instrumental music, Mr. Bungle followers, listeners who like world fusion, surf, film-score and avant-metal hybrids.