''Opposition'' is the first extended play from
Altars
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Strike First Records
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released the album on July 19, 2011.
Critical reception
Awarding the album three and a half stars from Jesus Freak Hideout, Josh Taylor states, "it's really a testament to the integrity and talent of Altars that ''Opposition'' is as solid as it is."
Graeme Crawford, rating the album a seven out of ten for
Cross Rhythms
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, writes, "But at the moment, there is maybe not enough here to stand out from the crowd."
Giving the album four stars at Indie Vision Music, BMer says, "''Opposition'' is a powerful, passionate release".
Brian Morrissette, awarding the album three stars for Christ Core, describes, "Great debut EP from a young band still developing their own sound."
Rating the album a seven out of ten from Mind Equal Blown, Maria Gironas states, "Truly shows how passionate the Altars are about spreading their message of their Faith."
Track listing
References
2011 debut EPs
Altars (American metal band) albums
Facedown Records albums
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