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A Circus: A Circus
New on the music scene is international rock outfit A Circus, led by Italian guitarist Luca Federici. Their self-titled debut was released in 2024.
The band sites influences such as Deep Purple, Rainbow, Blackmore’s Night and Queen, and after listening to the album a couple times I would agree. This is old school ‘70s style hard rock with some proggy bits to keep things interesting. The band is tight with consummate musicianship and outstanding lead vocals courtesy of Ronnie Romero (Rainbow, Lords Of Black).
The first track “Out Of The Hat” is a short atmospheric piece featuring tasty acoustic guitar and keyboard orchestrations. A nice beginning to the album. A heavy chopped up guitar riff brings plenty of energy to the heavy “Burn The Witch” which certainly has a Rainbow feel. The catchy chorus and scintillating lead guitar and huge organ riffs further add to its charms. This is retro hard rock with plenty of progressive undertones. Next is “A Snow Covered Road” featuring some stellar bluesy guitar riffage and more excellent organ work. Romero’s vocals are slightly sinister and the band take on a Deep Purple edge, especially with the guitar and organ interaction. The band slow it down with the absolutely haunting “Two Ghosts” where lovely acoustic guitar, gorgeous keyboard orchestrations and Romero’s softer vocals are album highlights. It’s all very artful and deeply satisfying. One of the most progressive tracks has to be “Rainbow Tears” where progressive metal and heavy prog intertwine highlighting fantastic organ and guitar. The rocking “The Sleeper” follows it with a heavy dose of Deep Purple inspired rock and roll.
There is no doubt about it, A Circus is definitely a band to watch out for in the coming years. Just an excellent debut and easily earns the recommended tag.
A Rockshots Records release.
The band:
Ronnie Romero (vocals)
Luca Federici (guitars and backing vocals)
Gian Marco Verdone (keyboards and orchestral mockups)
Alfredo Federici (bass)
Shane Gaalaas (drums)
Track Listing:
1. Out Of The Hat (1:24)
2. Burn The Witch (4:25)
3. A Snow Covered Road (4:47)
4. Two Ghosts (3:40)
5. Rainbow Tears (4:43)
6. The Sleeper (7:01)
7. Judas (4:18)
8. Shadowy Man (4:46)
9. Swing Little Girl (3:06)
Added: August 13th 2025 Reviewer: Jon Neudorf Score:     Related Link: Band @ Facebook Hits: 222 Language: english
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