Triumph – Allied Forces

Allied Forces, released in 1981, is Triumph’s fifth studio album and widely considered their defining moment. The Canadian trio—Rik Emmett, Gil Moore, and Mike Levine—crafted a bold, melodic hard rock record that balances power and finesse. Featuring standout tracks like “Magic Power,” “Fight the Good Fight,” and the anthemic title track “Allied Forces,” the album blends technical musicianship with radio-ready hooks. Emmett’s soaring vocals and expressive guitar work, Moore’s thunderous drumming, and Levine’s rock-solid bass and keyboards create a rich, energetic sound that resonated strongly with fans.

The album became Triumph’s first platinum-selling release in the United States and climbed to number 23 on the Billboard 200. Its success on rock radio helped elevate the band’s profile globally, with “Magic Power” and “Fight the Good Fight” becoming enduring staples of classic rock playlists. Allied Forces remains a cornerstone of Triumph’s catalog, capturing their ambition, technical prowess, and melodic sense at a time when arena rock was at its peak.

Reviews

"Allied Forces, the 1981 release from Triumph, is definitely one of, if not their best album." — Sputnikmusic

"Allied Forces was Triumph’s first album to go Platinum in the United States and would eventually sell more than 2.5 million copies worldwide." — Classic Rock Music Blog

"Allied Forces was the album where Triumph found itself as a band." — Rik Emmett

"Allied Forces still tops fans' lists of favorite Triumph albums." — Ultimate Classic Rock

"Allied Forces, containing better songwriting, heavier riffs, and catchier melodies than their previous offerings, produced a slew of memorable and classic cuts." — Sea of Tranquility