Liars (Liars album)

Liars is the eponymous fourth studio album by the Australian-American rock band Liars, released on August 21, 2007, on Mute Records. This album marked a significant shift in the band's sound, moving away from the experimental and often abrasive noise rock of their earlier work towards a more melodic and accessible art rock style, while still retaining elements of their signature intensity.

The album was primarily recorded in Los Angeles with producer Jeremy Nelson, a departure from their previous recordings in New York City. The change in location and production style contributed to the album's warmer and more organic sound. Key characteristics of the album include a greater emphasis on song structures, more prominent use of acoustic instruments, and a focus on lyrical themes of isolation, paranoia, and self-reflection.

"Liars" received generally positive reviews, with critics praising the band's evolution and the album's blend of experimentalism and accessibility. Some critics, however, noted a potential loss of the band's raw energy in the transition. The album spawned several singles, and Liars toured extensively in support of its release. It is often considered a pivotal album in the band's discography, representing a turning point towards their later, more nuanced and multifaceted sound.