On 1 December 2020, CIRCU5 released a new single − Skin Machine − ahead of the follow-up to their self-titled 2017 debut album. Skin Machine is available on all streaming and download services.

"Skin Machine is a monstrous freak show exhibit in musical form − bulbous, pungent and spectacularly tetchy," said CIRCU5 frontman, Steve Tilling. "But those who dare listen are in for a hairy rocker that leaves them humming for weeks. It showcases everyone’s abilities and is a great example of how the second album's shaping up."

Skin Machine marks the first recorded outing of CIRCU5's new line up, which, alongside Steve, now also features Paul Clark (guitar, ex-David Cross Band), Mark Kilminster (bass, ex-Tin Spirits) and Lee Moulding (drums, ex-Rewire the Time Machine).

The new single and album continues the story of Grady: a test-tube-conceived psychopath on the run from the state. "Following rounds of psychedelic experiments, Grady was released from the CIRCU5 compound at the end of the first album," said Steve. "Our next album explores Grady's attempts at avoiding capture, execution and indoctrination into a death cult. You know, cheerful stuff like that."

Skin Machine's 1 December release is accompanied by an animated video from psychedelic artist, Von Grey.

A fearsome new exhibit has joined the CIRCU5 freak show…

Step inside and say hello to… PAUL CLARK, who's joining us on guitar and backing vocals. Paul was previously a member of the David Cross Band (King Crimson). He's also a renowned movie trailer and media music composer. Best of all, he's a top bloke who rocks hard and is really into CIRCU5.

Having Paul onboard helps cement the CIRCU5 line-up. Many thanks to Matt Backer and Chris O'Leary for their sterling work and playing – both remain great friends and CIRCU5 freaks (you never truly escape).

CIRCU5 is no longer a one-man freak show. Joining me (Steve Tilling) are Mark Kilminster (ex-Tin Spirits) on bass and vocals, Greg Pringle (Roger Daltrey band) on drums, and Matt Backer (Julian Lennon/ABC) on guitar and vocals. We're busy rehearsing our act and can't wait to perform at these shows. Please come along!

• Fusion Festival - Stourport Civic Centre - Sunday 24 March.

• Fiddler's Elbow, London - Thursday 28 March (with IT and Tom Slatter).

• Water Rats, London - Friday 14 June (with Mellotronanism). 

• Cellar Bar, Devizes - Sunday 16 June

Fancy a CIRCU5 t-shirt? All-new limited edition t-shirts will be available at the shows.

Thanks so much for your support. Every ticket, CD and t-shirt you buy means we can keep making and performing music for you. And please spread the word about CIRCU5. The more we can get on board the merrier. Here's to seeing you at the shows!

Steve Tilling
CIRCU5
P.S. If you don't have the CIRCU5 album yet, you can get a personally signed copy here.

This Friday (16/3/18), 7pm, frolic with me through the crazy world of Circu5 - on Marlow FM's Friday Rock Show. The host will be picking my fried brain about the album, its story, songs, and esteemed guests. Expect joy, tears, laughter and a chat about lobsters. https://www.marlowfm.co.uk 

Check out this hour-long interview with Steve Tilling (Circu5) on the Pete Feenstra Feature from Get Ready to Rock Radio. In this special, Steve chats to Pete about his music and influences, and we hear tracks from the Circu5 album

Here's a new lyric video for the last song from the Circu5 album - 'The Chosen One - Ascension' - featuring Dave Gregory on electric guitar, and Matt Backer on additional electric guitar. Photography by Lou Young, and design by Rich Webb. I hope you have a great 2018.

Cheers, Steve.

Hi - thanks so much for supporting me in 2017.

I hope you have an amazing Christmas and New Year.

All the best,

Steve
Circu5

Thanks to Prog magazine for the great article and review in the latest issue (81), available now... "Steve Tilling has made a compelling debut. It's a tight, dark intelligent album."... "It's a thinking man's album, albeit one plentifully and carefully decorated with accessible hooks and melodies... the depth of Tilling's wanderlust is his most progressive asset." Check out the album here: http://www.smarturl.it/circu5

It's here... the CIRCU5 album. I hope you like it as much as I enjoyed making it. The CD comes with a 28-page booklet, 'secret document' and a card for a high-quality album download - all for £9.99. This has been a lifelong goal, and a five-year journey with many ups and downs. So, thanks for listening and supporting me. I appreciate it. If you

Keefa presents... the latest issue of Prog magazine (80), featuring CIRCU5 on the cover CD with parts one and two of the CIRCU5 epic, The Chosen One (Baptism and Transiguration). The track features Alan van Kleef on drums, Matt Backer (ABC, Julian Lennon) on blistering end guitar solo, and Phil Spalding (Mike Oldfield) on 'Pearl & Dean' harmonies. http://teamrock.com/prog

The CIRCU5 album is being exclusively distributed by leading UK progressive/rock label BURNING SHED, which is home to artists including Pink Floyd, David Bowie, King Crimson, XTC, and many more. Order the CD with 28-page booklet for £9.99 now at Burning Shed.

CIRCU5 is delighted to have signed a publishing deal with Yell Music. Yell Music is run by the lovely Jana Yell, who has been involved in the music industry most of her life. Her longest and most recent time was with Warner/Chappell Music in London.