Lifehouse's latest Dreamworks release and fourth studio album "Who We Are" strikes a beautiful balance between their early hard-driving Creed sound and their new-found adult-rock/contemporary vibe. Although this release doesn't venture into any new territories, playing it safe for Lifehouse isn't such a bad decision, judging from their huge successes of the past. Their first radio single, "First Time," proves to be just as mesmerizing and chest-swelling as every Lifehouse song. Power ballad after power ballad, Lifehouse effortlessly keeps listeners entertained with their hypnotic electric guitars and trademark, edgy baritone vocals. "The Joke" is perhaps the most daring song on this album. Venturing into a more upbeat groove, a heavier edge, and a less melodic vocal arrangement, this song is perhaps the only one that doesn't sound like typical Lifehouse. Despite an overall lack of ingenuity and experimentation, "Who We Are" delivers all the great elements that have placed Lifehouse on the top!
-Xavier P. for RadioIndy.com
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