Battle for the Sun | ||||
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Released | 8 June 2009 | |||
Recorded | August–September 2008 | |||
Studio | Metalworks Studios, Canada | |||
Genre | Alternative rock[1] | |||
Length | 52:15 | |||
Label | PIAS | |||
Producer | David Bottrill | |||
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Battle for the Sun is the sixth studio album by British alternative rock band Placebo. It was recorded in Canada in 2008 and released on 8 June 2009 by record label PIAS. It is their first album with new drummer Steve Forrest, following the departure of Steve Hewitt in 2007.
Battle for the Sun reached number 8 in the UK Albums Chart, and received a generally favourable reaction from critics. Four singles were released from the album: "For What It's Worth", "The Never-Ending Why", "Ashtray Heart" and "Bright Lights".