What is beyond the red mirror?

Beyond the Red Mirror is the tenth studio album by the German power metal band Blind Guardian. It was released in January 2015 and is a concept album based on a storyline created by Blind Guardian's lead vocalist Hansi Kürsch. The storyline follows a protagonist named "Traveler" through a dystopian world that is threatened by a "Dark Shadow". The album features guest appearances from several musicians, including Barend Courbois, Bill Hudson, and Michael Schüren.

The album was well-received by critics, who praised its storytelling and virtuosic musicianship. It reached the top ten in several countries, including Germany, Switzerland, and the United States. In addition to the standard edition of the album, there were several special editions released, including a deluxe digibook, a vinyl LP, and a limited edition box set that included a bonus 7" single and a book of artwork and lyrics.

Blind Guardian is known for their epic, fantasy-themed lyrics and complex, melodic music. They have been active since 1984 and have released several highly regarded albums, including Nightfall in Middle-Earth and Imaginations from the Other Side. Their music has influenced many other bands in the power metal and progressive metal genres, and they continue to tour and record new music to this day.