Circle is an enigmatic and genre-defying band hailing from Pori, Finland, known for their prolific and eclectic musical output that defies easy categorization. Since their formation in 1991 by Jussi Lehtisalo, the group has forged a distinct path through the landscape of experimental rock, touching on elements of heavy metal, progressive rock, avant-garde jazz, and electronic music. Circle's music is characterized by repetitive, hypnotic patterns (which they refer to as "New Wave of Finnish Heavy Metal"), unconventional song structures, and a blend of both ambient soundscapes and intense, driving rhythms.

Throughout their expansive career, Circle has shown an uncanny ability to reinvent their sound with each new release, while maintaining a core identity that is unmistakably their own. Albums like "Frag-mentos" and "Henki" showcase their continual evolution, flirting with earthy psychedelia and sprawling prog-rock opuses. Meanwhile, "Leviatan," "Golem / Vesiliirto," and "Terminal" reveal their heavier and darker sonic textures, incorporating elements of metallic drone and industrial noise. Whether through the haunting melodies of "Lily" or the intricate interplays heard in "Enharmonic Intervals (For Paschen Organ)," Circle remains a boundless force within the experimental music scene, always pushing the envelope and challenging listeners with their unorthodox approach to composition and performance.

Genres

Finnish Progressive Rock

Finnish Psychedelic Rock

Latest Release

Frag-mentos

Circle

Album - 8 Tracks - Released October 31, 2023