North Star - Triskelion

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Review by Matt Nicholas

Triskelion by North Star: A Prog-Rock Odyssey That Still Resonates Alright, let’s talk about Triskelion by North Star. Released in '93, this prog-rock gem from the US feels like one of those albums that time forgot—but trust me, it shouldn’t have been. With its swirling mix of intricate arrangements and raw energy, it’s an album that grabs you by the collar and says, “Hey, pay attention!” First off, kudos to North Star for wearing so many hats here—they arranged, produced, and played their hearts out on this thing. Labels like Not On Label and Musea clearly saw something special because they gave this record a shot. And honestly? They were right. Now, I gotta highlight two tracks that stuck with me after spinning this bad boy a few times: “Ancient Kings” and “Plastic Fantastic.” “Ancient Kings” kicks things off with this epic vibe—it’s big, bold, and unapologetically theatrical. The keyboards (shoutout to Kevin Leonard) feel like they’re painting some sort of cosmic landscape while Joe Newman’s vocals pull you into the story. It’s not just music; it’s more like stepping into a dream where ancient warriors are riding horses made of stardust or something equally wild. You can tell these guys weren’t messing around—they wanted to take you somewhere else entirely. And damn, did they succeed. Then there’s “Plastic Fantastic,” which flips the script completely. This track is slick, punchy, and dripping with attitude. Glenn Leonard’s drumming drives the whole thing forward like a runaway train, and the bassline? Oh man, it slaps hard enough to make your speakers blush. It’s catchy as hell but still has that progressive edge—like if pop-rock went to art school and came back cooler than ever. Every time this song pops up, I find myself nodding along like a bobblehead doll gone rogue. What really gets me about Triskelion, though, is how human it feels despite all the technical wizardry. Sure, there are layers upon layers of sound, but beneath it all, it’s clear these dudes poured their souls into every note. Whether it’s Dave “The Programmer” Conner tweaking knobs till his fingers bled or Randy Glass mixing tracks till sunrise, you can hear the sweat and passion in every second of this album. And hey, maybe it’s weird to say, but listening to Triskelion makes me think about how life itself is kinda like prog-rock. Sometimes it’s messy, overcomplicated, and doesn’t follow any rules—but when it clicks, it’s pure magic. So yeah, give this one a spin. Just don’t blame me if you start daydreaming about ancient kings and plastic fantastic futures afterward…

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Artist: North Star
Album: Triskelion
Rating: 4.67

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Robot Reaction5:02
Plastic Fantastic
Herman Muenster 3:14
Herman Muenster3:18
Seventh Day 4:30
Time Traveller4:05
Time Traveller 4:02
Another Road Of One4:47
Revelations5:16
Bullfight 5:49
USA3:56
Seventh Day4:34
Another Road Of One 4:42
Effective Elective6:17
Serving No One 4:20
Bullfight5:55
Serving No One4:23
Ancient Kings3:07
Ancient Kings 3:04
Fox Scoff 4:42
Revelations 5:10
USA 3:52
The Stick4:36

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Catalog Numbers

  • FGBG 4076.AR
  • SMOED 333
  • NS-2

Labels

  • Musea
  • Space Monster Optional Entertainment
  • Not On Label

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Cassette
  • Test Pressing
  • White Label

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByDureco

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByNorth Star
ProducerNorth Star
DrumsGlenn Leonard
EngineerDave "The Programmer" Conner (tracks: 1, 7, 13), Kevin Leonard (tracks: 2-6, 8-12), Randy Glass (tracks: 1, 7, 13)
Mixed ByDave "The Programmer" Conner (tracks: 1, 7, 13), Kevin Leonard (tracks: 2-6, 8-12), Randy Glass (tracks: 1, 7, 13)
Executive ProducerAlain Robert, Bernard Gueffier, Francis Grosse
KeyboardsKevin Leonard
VocalsJoe Newman
BassJoe Newman

Notes

  • Recorded at Kajem Studios June-July 1982 (tracks 1, 7 &13) at the Green Room February-May 1984 (tracks 2-6, 8-10 & 12) & January 1986 (track 11)
  • (c) 1984, 1986 North Star
  • (p) 1988 Space Monster Optional Entertainment Discs
  • White label test pressing.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 3 426300 040763
  • Matrix / Runout: DURECO 4076AR

About North Star

Philadelphia-area progressive rock band established in the early 1980s.

Members

  • Kevin Leonard
  • Dave Johnson
  • Glenn Leonard
  • Joe Newnam

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Triskelion* by North Star is a wild ride through prog rock territory, released in 1993. What makes it stand out? It was self-produced by the band and released under multiple labels, including Not On Label and Musea. Fun twist—two different engineers handled mixing duties depending on the track. Kevin Leonard not only played keyboards but also took charge of engineering for most songs, while Dave "The Programmer" Conner tackled specific tracks. Oh, and get this: Joe Newman pulled double duty, handling both bass and vocals. With tracks like "Ancient Kings" and "Robot Reaction," it’s clear this album wasn’t afraid to experiment.