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Smoke & Mirrors

Lifehouse · 2010

67 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock

A blend of polished alternative rock and introspective balladry that explores themes of love and disillusionment.

Why listen to this

Best for
wave-like emotional ebb and flow introspective moments for quiet reflection anthems for late-night drives
Context
Released on March 2, 2010, 'Smoke & Mirrors' is Lifehouse's fifth studio album, coming after their successful 2007 release 'Who We Are.' At this point in their career, the band aimed to evolve their sound while still appealing to their established fanbase, reflecting a maturation in both their songwriting and production approach.
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Smoke & Mirrors is an album by Lifehouse, released in 2010. A blend of polished alternative rock and introspective balladry that explores themes of love and disillusionment. The album debuted at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart and received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its emotional depth. It features the hit single 'Halfway Gone,' which helped solidify Lifehouse's presence in the alternative rock scene during the late 2000s and early 2010s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Smoke & Mirrors sound like?

A blend of polished alternative rock and introspective balladry that explores themes of love and disillusionment. Rooted in alternative rock.

What makes Smoke & Mirrors by Lifehouse notable?

The album debuted at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart and received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its emotional depth. It features the hit single 'Halfway Gone,' which helped solidify Lifehouse's presence in the alternative rock scene during the late 2000s and early 2010s. Released on March 2, 2010, 'Smoke & Mirrors' is Lifehouse's fifth studio album, coming after their successful 2007 release 'Who We Are.' At this point in their career, the band aimed to evolve their sound while still appealing to their established fanbase, reflecting a maturation in both their songwriting and production approach.

Who is Smoke & Mirrors for?

Smoke & Mirrors works well if you're into wave-like emotional ebb and flow, introspective moments for quiet reflection and anthems for late-night drives.

How many songs are on Smoke & Mirrors?

Smoke & Mirrors has 17 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·67:43

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 All In 3:56
  • 2 Nerve Damage 4:28
  • 3 Had Enough Standout 3:47
  • 4 Halfway Gone Standout 3:15
  • 5 It Is What It Is 3:21
  • 6 From Where You Are 3:02
  • 7 Smoke & Mirrors Standout 4:27
  • 8 Falling In 3:47
  • 9 Wrecking Ball 4:25
  • 10 Here Tomorrow Gone Today 3:13
  • 11 By Your Side 4:10
  • 12 In Your Skin 3:25
  • 13 All That I’m Asking For 3:54
  • 14 Crash and Burn 4:17
  • 15 Everything (live In-studio version) 6:27
  • 16 Near Life Experience 4:12
  • 17 Halfway Gone (Demolition Crew remix) 3:32

Release Date

March 2, 2010

Genre

alternative rock

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

67 min 43 sec