Ghostly witching guitars and authentic Gothic atmosphere. Founded by Renzo Tellez, the project is a prolific and uncompromising invocation of the dark heart of the 80s and 90s underground.
Founded by Renzo Tellez in the shadows of 1989, The Red Moon Macabre is not a revival but an enduring haunt of authentic Gothic Rock. Reawakened in 2021, the project has since unleashed an unparalleled catalog. This includes recording 31 albums in tribute to the 31 days of Halloween, a true compendium dedicated to the dark heart of the season.
The music draws deeply from the macabre. It finds its soul in classic gothic literature, the dark deco artistry of Harry Clarke and Alastair, and the dramatic visual language of silent cinema. From historical fantasies to the enduring mythology of the Dark Ages, the project weaves a tapestry of the ethereal and the grim.
Praised by fans for its ghostly witching guitars and raw integrity, The Red Moon Macabre remains a bastion for the classic Goth sound. It intentionally avoids modern trends in favor of timeless and underground artistry.
Renzo Tellez: A Legacy in the Shadows (1983–Present)
1983: The Foundation - Began a lifelong mastery of the guitar, rooted in the heavy rock mastery of the late 60s and early 70s. Influenced by the greats Jimi Hendrix, Jimmy Page, Tony Iommi, Ritchie Blackmore, and the avant-garde brilliance of Syd Barrett. This foundational skill set, inherited in part from his parents' musical background in the 70s, defined Renzo’s "vast and creative" approach to the instrument.
Early to Mid-1980s: The Extreme Shift - Immersed in the first-wave extreme black/death metal underground and early punk/new wave, Renzo was a firsthand witness to the birth of the genre, influenced by the raw aggression of the era’s pioneers.
1989: The Genesis of The Red Moon Macabre - Inspired by the haunting Harry Clarke illustrations in a collection of Edgar Allan Poe stories and seduced by the elegance of first-wave Gothic Rock, the vision for The Red Moon Macabre was born. It was conceived as a bridge between dark literature and atmospheric, uncompromising sound.
1991: The Empire Hideous - Joined the legendary NYC Goth act The Empire Hideous. Recorded the EP This Evil on Earth and performed select live shows during a pivotal era for the East Coast underground.
1991–1992: The Kathedral Era - Formed Kathedral, a vessel for the atmospheric compositions and creative momentum originally intended for the early vision of The Red Moon Macabre.
1992: The Limelight & Siouxsie - Performed for the official Siouxsie and the Banshees after-party at The Limelight. In attendance were Siouxsie Sioux and Budgie at this spectacular crowded event.
1992: The Pyramid Club & Shadow Project - Performed with Kathedral at the historic Pyramid Club (NYC) opening for Shadow Project. This legendary night was marked with spending moments with Rozz Williams and the band. Eva O fashioned a makeshift guitar strap for Renzo using her own black scarf, and half the band later stayed at Renzo’s family home for a meal prepared by his mother.
The NYC Underground - A fearless fixture in the early 90s NYC scene, Renzo was known for his uncompromising deathrock aesthetic and active presence in the clubs that defined the movement.
2021–Present: The Prolific Return - After decades of travel, adversity, and the study of early music and the Renaissance lute, Renzo returned to his original 1989 vision. Since his return, he has operated with a singular, uncompromising intensity, releasing a staggering 31 albums of authentic Gothic Rock. This body of work serves as a true compendium of dark music, seamlessly combining every element of his life’s influences into a singular, vast creative legacy.