Red Bazar – Blood Moon
Release on 28 March 2025
With “Blood Moon,” Red Bazar delivers another strong prog-rock album that is sure to captivate genre fans. The band combines classic progressive rock elements with modern influences, offering a mix of powerful riffs, complex arrangements, and atmospheric passages. Each track tells its own story—sometimes raw and driving, sometimes melancholic and immersive. But what makes “Blood Moon” stand out? A closer look at the individual songs reveals the answer.
01 – On Your Own Sword
The opener immediately sets the tone: powerful progressive rock at its finest. Heavy riffs and impressive vocals run throughout the entire song, making for a gripping start to the album.
02 – When The World Burns
A long, calm acoustic guitar intro initially creates a ballad-like feeling before the song dynamically builds up. Once the rock elements kick in, an epic solo unfolds, accompanied by expressive vocals. The finale transitions into a peaceful, atmospheric ending.
03 – High Velocity
An uptempo track that instantly grabs the listener. Here, the band celebrates the classic traits of progressive rock with intricate riffs, sophisticated arrangements, and an impressive interplay of time and tempo changes—all without vocals.
04 – Start Again
The next long track surprises with a gentle intro section, carried by expressive vocals and profound lyrics. The expected grand sound explosion is absent, yet the song leaves a lasting emotional impact.
05 – The Baron’s Eyes
This track starts off hard and powerful, almost with a metal vibe, before shifting back into the progressive soundscape. Alternating between heavy riffs and ethereal soundscapes, the song takes the listener on an exciting journey.
06 – Fighting Force
Another instrumental uptempo track that shines with excellent guitar and keyboard work. The intricate drum patterns and groovy bass provide a powerful yet concise track under four minutes.
07 – Over
Another long track, characterized by a restrained tempo and a finely tuned arrangement. Echoes of 90s nu-rock in the style of Alice in Chains subtly emerge. The song alternates between calm and intense sections, culminating in a heroic guitar solo that marks the song’s peak.
08 – Blood Moon
The title track and longest song on the album is undoubtedly one of the highlights. Red Bazar leans into their metal-tinged guitar riffs, bringing the bass to the forefront. The intricate arrangements, virtuosic keyboard and guitar solos, and precise rhythm section make this song a worthy album finale.
With “Blood Moon,” Red Bazar delivers an impressive progressive rock album that seamlessly blends instrumental virtuosity with emotional songwriting. The band expertly weaves various moods and dynamics together, creating a consistently engaging atmosphere. The long tracks stand out with their refined arrangements and outstanding solos. This album is a must-listen for both fans of heavy riffs and those who appreciate atmospheric compositions—definitely a strong recommendation for prog-rock enthusiasts.
Line Up
Andy Wilson – Gitarren
Pete Jones – Vocals, Keyboards
Mick Wilson – Bass
Paul Comerie – Schlagzeug
Website: https://www.redbazar.co.uk
Bandcamp: https://redbazar.bandcamp.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbazartales/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RedBazar
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/5cCOHt64jrzBxBPlzp7nKQ