What does Who We Are sound like?

An emotionally charged blend of hard rock and post-grunge, resonating with raw vulnerability and soaring melodies. Rooted in alternative rock and hard rock. Start with "Something Better".

Is Who We Are a good place to start with Flyleaf?

Yes, Who We Are is recommended as a starting point for new Flyleaf listeners. An emotionally charged blend of hard rock and post-grunge, resonating with raw vulnerability and soaring melodies. Released in 2013, Who We Are is Flyleaf's first EP after the departure of lead vocalist Lacey Sturm, marking a significant transitional phase for the band. This release showcases their attempt to redefine their sound and identity as they introduce new lead singer Kristen May.

Who is Who We Are for?

Who We Are works well if you're into short bursts of high energy, cathartic release through urgency and live performances capturing intensity.

How many songs are on Who We Are?

Who We Are has 5 tracks, running approximately 15 minutes.

Who We Are

Flyleaf · 2013

15 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock

An emotionally charged blend of hard rock and post-grunge, resonating with raw vulnerability and soaring melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Something Better Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the EP with its driving rhythm and themes of hope, showcasing the band's evolution under new leadership.
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Call You Out (live) — This live performance captures the raw energy of Flyleaf's stage presence while addressing themes of confrontation and personal accountability, resonating with their fanbase.
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Fire Fire (live) — The intensity of this live track highlights both the band's hard rock roots and their commitment to delivering powerful messages through music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

This EP reflects a transitional phase for Flyleaf with a mix of studio and live tracks, showcasing their evolving sound.

What we noticed

The first track, 'Something Better', is a studio recording that sets a mid-tempo pace, while the subsequent four tracks are live recordings that maintain high energy.
The live tracks feature extended instrumental sections and audience interaction, emphasizing the band's performance aspect.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of high energy
cathartic release through urgency
live performances capturing intensity
emotional anthems for empowerment

Maybe skip if you

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
seek laid-back listening experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Represents a shift in sound and lineup after a key member's departure.
Career context: Released in 2013, Who We Are is Flyleaf's first EP after the departure of lead vocalist Lacey Sturm, marking a significant transitional phase for the band. This release showcases their attempt to redefine their sound and identity as they introduce new lead singer Kristen May.
Stylistic neighbors: Paramore· Evanescence· Halestorm