Description
Release Date Friday 9th January 2026
All pre-orders will be dispatched/made ready for collection on that day.
The anniversary celebrations continue as Blackmore’s Night commemorate an extraordinary 25 years of
enchanting audiences around the globe. United by a shared passion for Renaissance and Folk-Rock traditions,
legendary guitarist Ritchie Blackmore and award-winning lyricist and vocalist Candice Night founded
Blackmore’s Night in 1997. Since then, they have captivated listeners worldwide with their distinctive sound,
which they define as Renaissance Folk-Rock - a unique genre inspired by the melodies and spirit of the
Renaissance era, reimagined through a contemporary lens.
Their debut album, “Shadow Of The Moon”, released in 1997, quickly achieved gold status in Japan and
garnered international acclaim. It marked the beginning of a remarkable journey. The album embodies
everything Blackmore’s Night stands for: warm, melodic songs that celebrate life’s joys, invite listeners to
dance, and offer moments of gentle reflection.
Now, the 25th Anniversary Edition of “Shadow Of The Moon” is available as a CD jewel case edition, featuring a
fully remixed version of the original album and refreshed artwork. This special release also includes two
acoustic tracks - “Spirit Of The Sea” and “Shadow Of The Moon” –recorded by Candice and Ritchie during an
intimate home session in celebration of the band’s anniversary.
What thrilled fans in 1997 continues to inspire today, as this anniversary edition rekindles the magic of
Blackmore’s Night’s timeless debut.
1. Shadow of the Moon*
2. The Clock Ticks On*
3. Be Mine Tonight*
4. Play Minstrel Play*
5. Ocean Gypsy*
6. Minstrel Hall*
7. Magical World*
8. Writing on the Wall*
9. Renaissance Faire*
10. Memmingen*
11. No Second Chance*
12. Mond Tanz*
13. Spirit of the Sea*
14. Greensleeves*
15. Wish You Were Here*
16. Shadow Of The Moon
(Ritchie & Candice Anniversary Home Session 2022)
17. Spirit Of The Sea
(Ritchie & Candice Anniversary Home Session 2022)
* = 25 th Anniversary New Mix
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Thank you for looking at our listing, below are a few points to consider before making a purchase:
- All records we sell are Brand New - pre-orders will normally come sealed but if you are purchasing in stock items, please note the copy may have been unsealed for display in the shop. Please email straight after purchase to enquire if this is of importance to you.
- Orders won't ship until all items are released, so keep this in mind when purchasing multiple pre-orders or a mix of in stock and pre-order items.
- The 'Product' page will show the most up to date info we have with regards to the item and its release date, but this information is subject to change so check in with us if you have any questions.
- We unfortunately don't offer tax/vat outside of the UK via the website so please keep in mind that when the items arrives in your country you may be liable to pay a further charge before delivery. (all UK orders the price you see is the price you will pay). Please also note that we are unable to adjust the declared value on items sold internationally.
Payment & Security
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.