Lifehouse

Lifehouse: A Rock Band That Found Their Niche

Lifehouse, hailing from the bustling streets of Los Angeles, California, is a rock band that found mainstream success with their emotive and melodic music. The band features Jason Wade (lead vocals, rhythm guitar, piano), Rick Woolstenhulme Jr. (drums, percussion), Bryce Soderberg (bass, vocals), and Steve Stout (lead guitar).

Their breakthrough moment came in 2000 with the single "Hanging by a Moment," which propelled their debut album, No Name Face, into the spotlight. The song climbed to number two on the Billboard Hot 100, earning a Billboard Music Award for Hot 100 Single of the Year. It spent a remarkable 20 weeks within the top ten and over a year on the chart, solidifying its place as one of the most successful singles of 2001, despite not reaching the top position.

Following the success of their debut, Lifehouse continued to release a series of albums, including Stanley Climbfall (2002), their self-titled third album (2005), Who We Are (2007), Smoke & Mirrors (2010), Almería (2012), and Out of the Wasteland (2015). While these albums maintained a similar commercial success, they generated hits like "You and Me," "First Time," and "Whatever It Takes," all of which resonated with audiences on the Mainstream Top 40, Adult Top 40, Adult Contemporary, and Billboard Hot 100 charts.

Lifehouse's music, with its blend of rock and pop sensibilities, has become synonymous with the adult contemporary genre. Their songs often grace the airwaves in public spaces, from supermarkets and shopping malls to family-friendly venues, attracting a wide audience with their relatable lyrics and catchy melodies.

Early Days: From Blyss to Lifehouse

Before finding their footing as Lifehouse, Jason Wade, a songwriter coping with his parents' divorce, moved to Los Angeles in 1995 and met his future bandmate, bassist Sergio Andrade, who lived next door. The following year, they joined forces with Jon "Diff" Palmer, forming the band Blyss, which would eventually evolve into Lifehouse. Blyss honed their skills playing live shows at high schools and colleges, laying the groundwork for their future success.