Rostro del Sol return with their latest instrumental single, “Universo 25,” a work that showcases the band’s evolution and creative ambition. The track previews an upcoming album of the same name, a ten-song conceptual journey inspired by Classical Music, Symphonic elements, and the unsettling world of animal experiments.
Stream “Universo 25” via the YouTube player below:
In an exclusive Q&A with Progressive Rock Journal, the band shared insights into the ideas behind the single and its broader narrative:
What inspired the concept behind Universo 25?
The first concept that inspired the creation of Universo 25 was musically, and it was the Classical and symphonic music of Mozart and Paganini. After that, it sparked a morbid desire to combine it with what I was doing with Rostro Del Sol, and create something conceptual. Then something came to mind that had left a mark on me, animal experiments, and one of them is called Universo 25. Obviously, I’m totally against all that, and I’d like to do something about it if I could.
Is this single an independent release or does it anticipate a forthcoming album?
It anticipates an album titled the same as the single, Universo 25, and it contains 10 songs, all instrumental and intertwined, that tell a story based on animal experiments as mentioned. Each song is a chapter of the story, and that story is only in the CD Booklet.
How does “Universo 25” reflect the evolution of Rostro del Sol as a band?
It reflects a maturity in what we want to achieve musically, beyond creating a random riff, it’s more thought-out, more complex each part, and a path to where we want to take the song, etc. But without losing what we had, improvisation at all times! Letting both go hand in hand 😊
Purchase “Universo 25” on Bandcamp: https://rostrodelsol.bandcamp.com/track/universo-25
“Universo 25” is a fully instrumental piece that expands the sonic horizons of Rostro Del Sol. In this release, the band dives into a rich blend of influences, ranging from Italian Symphonic Progressive Rock to Jazz Rock and pure Psychedelia. Built upon a foundation of constant improvisation and jamming, the track allows each instrument to explore complex textures without losing the vibrant essence and signature sound that defines Rostro Del Sol. It is an auditory journey where virtuosity and creative freedom meet in every bar.
Lineup:
Mitch Bálänt / Guitar
Jorge Trejo / Bass
Joel Franco /Sax
Miguel Martell / Keyboards
Cassiel Chacon / Drums
Alejandro Díaz / Drums and Congas