Rise of the Northstar - Chapter 4 : Red Falcon Super Battle! Neo Paris War!!

With Chapter 4: Red Falcon Super Battle! Neo Paris War!!, Rise of the Northstar return louder, sharper, and more unapologetically animated than ever, turning their hyper-stylized universe into pure sonic combat. Released in 2023, this album feels like a boss-level escalation - faster, heavier, and bursting with kinetic energy.

Arriving as the band’s fourth full-length statement, Chapter 4 doubles down on the crossover identity that has always defined Rise of the Northstar. Hardcore breakdowns, metalcore precision, and hip-hop attitude collide under a distinctly manga-inspired lens, channeling street-level fury through larger-than-life imagery. It is Neo Paris imagined as a battlefield, where riffs hit like combo moves and every track pushes the narrative forward.

Standout cuts like Showdown, One Love, and Third Strike strike with surgical aggression, blending shouted hooks with punishing grooves that beg for movement. The title track Red Falcon Super Battle! delivers exactly what its name promises - maximalist intensity with a grin, while Neo Paris War!! closes the album in full-blown riot mode. Production is crisp but raw, giving each hit its full impact.

Pressed on vinyl, this release amplifies the album’s visceral punch and bold dynamics. Chapter 4 is Rise of the Northstar at peak form - stylized, savage, and fully committed to their world. For collectors who like their records loud, visual, and relentlessly hype, this one hits hard and stays spinning.