The North Star is the thirteenth studio album by American Christian rock band Remedy Drive. It is the second in a trilogy of counter-trafficking albums, the first of which being 2014's "Commodity" and the third being 2021's "Imago Amor". The album was released independently on January 12, 2018. The album was produced by the band's co-founder Philip Zach, who also produced "Commodity" and "Imago Amor".
Commercial performance.
The album featured one charting song, "Warlike", which reached No. 7 on the "BDS" Christian Rock National Airplay chart and was featured on the Christian Rock Most Added chart. Although the song "Polaris" did not enter any charts, it was featured on "BDS"'s Christian Rock Most Added chart.
Critical reception.
"The North Star" received generally favorable reviews from critics. In a 4.5 star review for Jesus Freak Hideout, Alex Caldwell praised the album, calling the album an "Epic, challenging and heart-breaking record", and saying that "The combination of a powerhouse message against the backdrop of gorgeous and urgent songwriting makes "The North Star" a contender for best album of the year." "CCM Magazine" gave the album 4.5 stars as well, saying, "Remedy Drive‘s "The North Star" will be one of 2018’s releases-to-remember."