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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional ebb and flow
  • introspective moments for quiet reflection
  • anthems for late-night drives
  • cathartic release through polished melodies
  • dynamic pacing with varied intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 All In 3:56
  • 2 Nerve Damage 4:28
  • 3 Had Enough 3:47
  • 4 Halfway Gone 3:15
  • 5 It Is What It Is 3:21
  • 6 From Where You Are 3:02
  • 7 Smoke & Mirrors 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

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