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Released 20 years ago

Army of One

Riot V · 2006

72 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · power metal · speed metal

A fierce blend of power metal and hard rock, driven by anthemic choruses and soaring guitar solos.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • anthemic choruses for sing-alongs
  • fierce energy for workouts
  • late-night driving anthems
  • cathartic release of tension

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • seek subdued, calm experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2006, 'Army of One' marked Riot V's debut album under their new moniker after the passing of founding member Mark Reale. This transition came after a lengthy hiatus following their last album as Riot in 1993, showcasing a renewed energy and commitment to their classic sound while embracing contemporary metal influences.
Stylistic neighbors
HammerFall· Blind Guardian· DragonForce

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Army of One 4:23
  • 2 Knockin' at My Door 4:19
  • 3 Blinded 5:26
  • 4 One More Alibi 4:55
  • 5 It All Falls Down 5:36
  • 6 Helpin' Hand 5:24
  • 7 The Mystic 5:43
  • 8 Still Alive 5:42
  • 9 Alive in the City 7:00
  • 10 Shine 6:33
  • 11 Stained Mirror 3:46
  • 12 Darker Side of Light 6:58
  • 13 Road Racin' (live) 6:50

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