The Russian Circles & Pelican Spring tour in Europe starts May 8th. All tickets are on sale at the link below.

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE

May 8 - Desertfest - Oslo, NO
May 9 - A Colossal Weekend - Copenhagen, DK
May 11 - Gruenspan - Hamburg, DE *
May 12 - Live Music Hall - Köln, DE *
May 13 - P8 - Karlsruhe, DE *
May 14 - dunk!festival - Zottegem, BE
May 15 - Sonic Whip - Nijmegen, NL
May 16 - Desertfest - Berlin, DE
May 18 - Arena - Vienna, AT
May 20 - MeetFactory - Prague, CZ *
May 21 - Technikum - Munich, DE
May 23 - Sonic Rites - Helsinki, FI

* with FOTOCRIME opening

Design by Andrew Maruska

“After a devastating theft in 2021, the metal band’s guitarist rebuilt his tone empire around some life-changing loans.”

“Chicago post-metal band Russian Circles had to battle their way back to gear heaven. Back in 2021, the bulk of the band’s gear was stolen while on tour, so they had to embark on a years-long rebuild of equipment. As a result, many of the items you might’ve seen in guitarist Mike Sullivan’s Rig Rundown back in 2017 are long gone.”

“PG’s Chris Kies met up recently with Sullivan at the band’s Chicago practice space, where they’ve resided for nearly 20 years. Check out some highlights from Sullivan’s new, resurrected rig above.”

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Russian Circles will be playing European shows and festivals in 2026 with Pelican joining them on all dates. 

May 8 - Desertfest - Oslo, NO
May 9 - A Colossal Weekend - Copenhagen, DK
May 11 - Gruenspan - Hamburg, DE
May 12 - Live Music Hall - Köln, DE
May 13 - P8 - Karlsruhe, DE
May 14 - dunk!festival - Gent, BE
May 15 - Sonic Whip - Nijmegen, NL
May 16 - Desertfest - Berlin, DE
May 18 - Arena - Vienna, AT
May 20 - MeetFactory - Prague, CZ
May 21 - Technikum - Munich, DE
May 23 - Sonic Rites - Helsinki, FI

Tickets on sale now

"Russian Circles is eagerly anticipating their next creative chapter, which is set to surface sometime in 2026. In a recent interview with New Noise Magazine, drummer Dave Turncrantz gave fans a glimpse into the band's creative state of mind: "It's about time that we — It's been, what, three years since the last record? And I think we're planning on trying to get something out by next year."

"That last record, Gnosis, dropped in 2022 and was met with critical acclaim, praised for its raw power and nuanced compositions. Now, with the band three years removed from that release, anticipation for what comes next is steadily mounting."

READ THE FULL ARTICLE

“Russian Circles have long been at the forefront of instrumental post-metal and post-rock, pioneering a path through uncharted sonic terrain with a blend of crushing weight and ethereal grace. From their earliest days in Chicago’s experimental underground to their current status as globe-trotting instrumental ambassadors, Mike Sullivan (guitar), Dave Turncrantz (drums), and Brian Cook (bass) have elevated three-piece dynamics to an art form. Their music, a unique blend of prog expedition and metal maelstrom, defies easy categorization yet remains unmistakably their own, thanks to meticulous layering, dynamic mastery, and a steadfast commitment to genuine expression.”

READ THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE

Russian Circles will be playing their final Gnosis shows in the US before they begin their next album. Blackwater Holylight is joining them for the majority of the dates and their longtime tour mates Young Widows for the last two in Nashville and Chicago. 

TICKETS AVAILABLE FRIDAY 10AM LOCAL

RUSSIAN CIRCLES US 2025 
Sep 11 Detroit, MI - Magic Stick +
Sep 12 Lakewood, OH - The Roxy +
Sep 13 Columbus, OH - The King of Clubs +
Sep 14 Pittsburgh, PA - Spirit Hall + 
Sep 16 Buffalo, NY - Rec Room +
Sep 17 Allentown, PA - Archer Music Hall +
Sep 19 Boston, MA - Royale +
Sep 20 Philadelphia, PA - Union Transfer +
Sep 21 Brooklyn, NY - Warsaw +
Sep 22 Washington, DC- 9:30 Club + 
Sep 24 Nashville, TN - Mainstage at Eastside Bowl *
Sep 26 Chicago, IL - Thalia Hall *

Support
Blackwater Holylight+ 9/11- 9/22
Young Widows* 9/24 - 9/26

Russian Circles Gnosis and Memorial LPs have been re-pressed with new limited variants of orange/black splatter and silver/black splatter and are now available for pre order in their online stores. Both variants will be on on sale during their June tour dates while supplies last. Album shirts in stores only.

PRE-ORDER GNOSIS AND MEMORIAL HERE

RUSSIAN CIRCLES EUROPE 2025
June 18 Liege, BE - OM *~
June 19 Wasquehal, FR - The Black Lab ~
June 21 Clisson, FR - @hellfestopenair
June 23 Zürich, CH - Rote Fabrik ~
June 24 Lausanne, CH - Les Docks ~
June 25 Marseille, FR - Espace Julien ~
June 26 Lyon, FR - La Rayonne ~
June 28 Viveiro, ES - @resurrectionfest

Supports
* Deafheaven
~ Ultha

Russian Circles have just wrapped up their 2025 US tour. Check out a great live review below and don't miss them in Europe in June.

“Last night, the Gothic was packed for Russian Circles and Pelican. Denver showed up in full force for this sold-out show, and I was stoked to catch my sixth Russian Circles experience.”

"Having caught Russian Circles five times before, starting in 2006 at the tiny Sokol Underground in Omaha, NE, I’ve watched their live show evolve over nearly two decades. Back in 2006, it was just three dudes on a dimly lit stage, relying purely on the power of their sound, and only one full length album under their belts."

“Fast forward to last night, and while the musical core remains the same, the experience has transformed. The light show has become as much a part of the experience as the music itself. Each song now has its own visual identity, with lighting that enhances the intensity of their music, and makes their show just that much better.”

READ THE FULL ARTICLE

Hiwatt caught up with Mike Sullivan last year in Joshua Tree, California at the legendary Rancho de la Luna Studio, owned by the equally legendary Dave Catching.

Mike kindly plugged into a DR504 stereo rig and played the title track off Russian Circles' most recent record "Gnosis". Watch the full video above.

Russian Circles is heading to Europe this summer. Ultha will be opening all of the club shows with special guests Deafheaven for the show in Leige.

Tickets on sale Friday, Jan 31 at 11am CET HERE

RUSSIAN CIRCLES EUROPE 2025
June 18 Liege, BE - OM *~
June 19 Wasquehal, FR - The Black Lab ~
June 21 Clisson, FR - Hellfest
June 23 Zürich, CH - Rote Fabrik ~
June 24 Lausanne, CH - Les Docks ~
June 25 Marseille, FR - Espace Julien ~
June 26 Lyon, FR - La Rayonne ~
June 28 Viveiro, ES - Resurrection Fest

Supports:
* Deafheaven 
~ ULTHA