Metal Hammer UK

RUSSIAN CIRCLES

Blood Year

SARGENT HOUSE

Chicago’s instru-metal mavens take an emotional tour of their homeland

previous album by this Chicago instrumental trio, was written during a time of questioning and tumult, then one would to crackle with frustration and incendiary anger. was constructed and completed in the shadow of the 15-year-old band wondering about their longevity and future as well as at the beginning of the most ridiculous era in their nation’s politics. However, after 12 tours (!) in support of that album, could presumably either reflect the ire of those Americans with common sense and compassion, or take a 180° turn to take a step back from the brink of exhaustion.

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