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Fun Fun Fun Fest 2009 Artist Spotlight: Russian Circles
BLACK STAGE // SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7TH // 3:35PM
Russian Circles is a three piece instrumental post-metal/post-rock band
from Chicago. Similar to fellow Chicago residents Pelican, Russian
Circles play epic, sprawling music which runs the gamut of heavy
discordant metal to soft delicate passages. They are also known for
their energetic live shows, which include tours with Tool, Red
Sparowes, Minus the Bear and Daughters, as well as appearances at the
2006, 2007 & 2008 SXSW festivals.
Formed in late 2004 by guitarist Mike Sullivan and bassist Colin
DeKuiper (both formerly of another instrumental band Dakota/Dakota),
they quickly recruited Dave Turncrantz, formerly of St. Louis band
Riddle of Steel. In 2007 DeKuiper departed the band and Brian Cook
(These Arms Are Snakes and Botch) took on the role of bass player for
the writing and recording of their newest album, entitled 'Station'
recorded in Seattle with Producer Matt Bayles.
Station was released on May the 6th, 2008 on Suicide Squeeze Records.
Live performance of "Death Rides a Horse" courtesy of Hallway Films.
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Official Fun Fun Fun Fest website
Russian Circles on YouTube
Russian Circles on Pitchfork
Russian Circles on Hype Machine
Russian Circles on Flickr