Becoming Who We Are
Becoming Who We Are is the debut studio album by Kings Kaleidoscope with label partner Tooth & Nail Records. It is their third release after 2014's Live in Color (EP) on Bad Christian Records and 2013's independently made Joy Has Dawned (EP). The album came out on October 28, 2014. Upon its release, it was acclaimed by various music reviewers, who highlighted its eclectic and experimental musical nature. It has been noted as an unconventional work in the world of modern worship music, and is credited with pushing the genre's boundaries with an unclassifiable style. Composition Reviewers acknowledged the album's musical eclecticism, from "autotune usage" to "a ska-like horns section" to "strong hip hop influences" to "an orchestral string section". The record is kicked off by "Glorious", which "starts off with a David Crowder-meets-Arcade Fire-esque indie sound" and features leading vocalist Chad Gardner "sing[ing] with an engaging and worshipful alt-rock style." "I Know" has "edgy electro tones." Reception From HM, "Clearly an album that pushes the boundaries of worship music, Becoming Who We Are aims to move beyond the comfort zone of the inspirational genre by adding layers and unique compositions to bring out a truly original sound and uncompromising