Customer Reviews
Unique Artist and Fantastic Debut Album! 
2008-10-03
I was a big fan of Blake's style on American Idol and couldn't wait for his debut album to come out. It's everything I had thought it would be. Very unique and catchy, great sounds and some of the best lyrics I have ever heard.
I read recently that his record company dropped him. Are they insane? Maybe he didn't sell because he is unique. I guess the world would rather have Miley's and Jonas brothers. In other words, talentless people who couldn't hold a note to Blake. Literally.
I can't wait for your next album Blake!
Way to go Blake! 2008-09-24
I was not a close follower of American Idol...matter of fact a friend gave the CD to my son (10 yrs) because his kids loved him on idol.
Already a fan of TobyMac...I find some of the sound remeniscent of them..."She's making me lose it" is a fun danceable tune...There's a quirky mix of sounds in my opinion--and I LOVE that it is lyrically garbage-free...
More than bubble gum music 2008-08-21
The music genre listed for Blake's CD is Teen Rock. I disagree. With everything that Blake does musically, he pushes the envelope blending jazz, rock, electronic, house and many other musical styles. Your average Teeny Bopper can't really appreciate the levels of sophistication that Blake delivers in his music.
His record label is making a serious mistake marketing him in the same bucket as that Hannah Montana flavor of the day.
The only weakness in his work is where he borrows a little to closely from the melody lines of a song called "Putting On The Ritz". I don't think that proper credit was given to the original composer. If he chose a more obscure song; it might not be as much as an issue. But "Putting On The Ritz" is a feature song in Mel Brooks' movie and Broadway musical "Young Frankenstein". For his first post American Idol CD this was a real faux pas. (trans. bad move).
Really Fun To Listen To 2008-07-09
I'll tell you what -
I was really hoping this album would be good. I was anticipating an album that would have a little more influence and style than you may expect from a former American Idol.. and I think this album AUDIO DAYDREAM really delivers. It wasn't fun to hear that recently ARISTA records dropped Blake Lewis after "failing to produce a radio single," off of AUDIO DAYDREAM. Blake remarked by saying something in regards to having been doing independent music for 8 years and would continue to do that. I have read that Blake is still signed with 19 Recordings' [an entertainment company run by Simon Fuller that represents and manages many former 'Idols'].
I hope he goes far with his music career and I can tell you that 'Break Anotha', 'Know My Name, and '1000 Miles are a few tracks that have been on my ipod for some time, and are cool to hear in the mix.
Blake Lewis 
2008-06-12
This product is great, i love his music. The delivery time for this product was excellent, i didn't have to wait long at all.
Blake is in a class of his own -- THE BEST MOST INTERESTING ARTIST in decades!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2008-05-28
The strategy sessions over how to present Blake Lewis's post-
American Idol debut must have been excruciating, as label-types scratched their heads, wondering: Is it possible to market a disc full of beat-boxing? If not, would the world warm to Blake Lewis, pop charmer? Or Blake Lewis, balladeer? The safest bet seems to have been to build a better post-prime time set by way of experimentation.
Audio Day Dream unfolds much the way late-season
American Idol shows do: It sets Lewis on a lot of platforms and lets him play up his charm, if not always his straight-outta-the-'80s musical predilections. Partially the brainchild of producer Ryan Tedder (One Republic), "Break Anotha" is pure beat-box Blake and, as such, it's demonically catchy. The same can be said for hip-hop and electro-tinged numbers such as "She's Makin' Me Lose It" and "Gots to Get To Her." Stabs at sentimentality surface, and they're not bad: "I Got U" may very well get you, if you like soft pop stylized with a nod in Adam Levine's direction. Overall,
ADD demonstrates why Lewis blazed his way into
AI's final round: He's out there, sure, but he's willing to reel it in enough to keep it real for the masses.
-Tammy La Gorce
Typical debut from an AI contestant...still working out the kinks. 
2008-05-16
Well, it may not be much of an Audio Day Dream, but Blake Lewis' debut does show remarkable potential! His voice is perfect for this kind of music, and his beat-boxing is top-notch. There's nothing wrong with the choice of music and the artist at all. The problem is with the production. There's just WAY too much going on in this record! Some songs are good, but they could be great if they just cut back on all the fluff they added in. There are several songs that will hook you, ("Break Anotha" isn't even the best song on the album), but I have a hard time getting through the whole record because I just get tired of all the activity. You can't really see the talent behind the album.
I look forward to Blake's next release. I just hope he collaborates with other producers that might use his talent a little better. If there's ever an artist that's made to work with Timbaland, for example, it's Blake Lewis!
Getting constant play time in my home 2008-05-12
Blake Lewis was my favorite contestant of his season because I loved how unique and innovative he was. When I first got his CD I listened to it on repeat three times in a row. I can't get enough of it. The songs are catchy, fun, and a great mix of beatboxing, electonica, pop, and eighties influence. The fast songs will make you want to dance and the ballads are beautiful. The album serves as a reminder that he's not just a brilliant beatboxer but also a fantastic singer.
It's in constant play on my MP3 player and my stereo these days. Highly recommended.
This really DESERVES a ZERO!!! 
2008-05-08
This album is a TOTAL MESS FEST. Cant the American Idol winners or RUNNER ups release something of interest? Theres not 1 good song on this album. Once again an artist with an amazing voice & because of all the politics involved with making an album and who controls you this ended up being a total disaster. Ughhhh....i wish i could get a refund for this CD!!!! He really has the entire package that it takes to be a pop star. The boy has the X-FACTOR but its completely lost on his debut album. He works with Ryan Tedder who i adore on almost every track yet Ryan's quality for perfect songs didnt land on the final product. Such a disappointment. There arent even words that can describe what i feel about this CD!!! Even the 1st music video for the 1st single is a disaster. It is one negative after the next.
ADDictive and Lively 2008-04-28
I'm still shocked this isn't getting more airplay. Take a listen to "How Many Words" and "What you got to lose" and you'll see why you should buy it. ADD is completely different than you might expect from an Idol contestant. There is no formulaic song on this album--it's all new, all fresh, and all Blake. There is hip hop, dance beats, amazing love songs, and more. Blake has shown his talent as a songwriter and as a producer.
