Russian Circles at Triple Rock

From United States

First Twin Cities show since since November 25, 2009 • Fifth Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since April 20, 2006

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From last.fm:

Russian Circles is a three piece instrumental post-rock/post-metal band from Chicago. The band plays 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. Read more about Russian Circles on Last.fm.

From Chicago, Illinois

First Twin Cities show since since October 18, 2009 • Third Twin Cities show on MN Live's calendar since June 14, 2007

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The sonic assault of Sweet Cobra has been described by critics as everything from “hypnotic, riff-driven mayhem” to “sludgy groove with hardcore intensity.” Still, that doesn’t do their unmistakably original sound justice. When Jason Gagovski (Suicide Note) and Botchy Vasquez (The Killer, and Challenger) formed Sweet Cobra in 2002, each brought a penchant for ‘70s inspired groove rock and the ghosts of their hardcore pasts. Read more about Sweet Cobra on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Jun 15

From Minneapolis

First show since since June 25, 2010 • First Triple Rock show since June 23, 2007 • First show supporting a touring headliner • Ninth show on MN Live's calendar since March 21, 2007

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Minneapolis,MN United States (2006 – present) Nomia are an american instrumental, experimental, rock quartet from Minneapolis, MN. Their sound consists of expansive layered guitar work, as well as heavily rhythmic drums and delayed out bass lines. They feature cinematic soundscapes common to the post-rock genre, but are not afraid to keep things progressive and heavy. They formed in 2006, and have self released two demo ep's handmade that were exclusively sold at shows that have immediately sold out with each small pressing. Read more about Nomia on Last.fm.

Added to bill on Jun 15