''Ignite'' is the eighth studio album by

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and was released on 20 September 2010 in

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and 24 September 2010 in

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. ''Ignite'' debuted at number one on the New Zealand Music Chart, eventually achieving gold sales there. Lead single "Sleepeater" is featured in

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Critical reception

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'' gave ''Ignite'' four out of five stars, praising Shihad's heavy and potent music. '' The Dominion Post'' Lindsay Davis lauded its "raw, dirtier sound" rating the album three-and-a-half out of five stars. Nick Ward of ''

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'' gave it four out of five stars, commending the maturity and versatility of the band.

Commercial performance

''Ignite'' debuted on the New Zealand Albums Chart at number one on 27 September 2010, which made Shihad the first New Zealand band to have four albums debut at number one. The album also appeared on the Australian Albums Chart at number forty-four on 10 October 2010.

Track listing

Certifications

References

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