When the group's streak of 26 consecutive number-ones hits ended with 2004's "I Choose You," the notable women's quartet didn't make major revisions to their sound. They did, however, embellish their harmonic adult contemporary with elements of country pop. The twangy "Any Way" and title track bring to mind the
Dixie Chicks or
Martina McBride. The group once again benefited from contributions by some of contemporary Christian music's most seasoned songwriters, including
Nichole Nordeman,
Jason Ingram, and
Scott Krippayne. Laced together with the group's trademark vocals,
How You Live shows the ladies securely and steadfastly doing what they do best. [A Deluxe Edition appeared in 2008.] ~ Jared Johnson