Showdown (Rise of the Northstar album)
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ReleasedApril 7, 2023
Length35:34
| Showdown | ||||
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| Released | April 7, 2023 | |||
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| Length | 35:34 | |||
| Label | Atomic Fire | |||
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| Review scores | |
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| Source | Rating |
| Distorted Sound | 8/10[3] |
| Noizze | 7/10[7] |
Showdown is the third studio album by French heavy metal/hardcore punk band Rise of the Northstar. It was released on 7 April 2023, through Atomic Fire records.[8]
In February 2022, the band went on a hiatus following allegations of domestic violence against their bassist, Fabien Lahaye.[9] The band had indicated that Lahaye had initiated legal proceedings.[10]
Rise of the Northstar announced on January 20, 2023, that they reformed and that their third studio album would be called Showdown, along with its release date. That same day, they also released the music video for new single "One Love".[11] The album was met with positive reception.[12]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "The Anthem" | 1:00 |
| 2. | "Showdown" | 4:11 |
| 3. | "Third Strike" | 3:40 |
| 4. | "Crank It Up" | 3:34 |
| 5. | "One Love" | 3:23 |
| 6. | "Shogun No Shi" | 3:26 |
| 7. | "Clan" | 5:05 |
| 8. | "Raijin" | 3:23 |
| 9. | "Golden Arrow" | 3:52 |
| 10. | "Rise [ライズ]" | 4:00 |
| Total length: | 35:34 | |