Blake Lewis Busy Working On His Second Album
Blake Lewis updated fans on his blog at MySpace on Tuesday (March 17), discussing what he’s been up to as the ‘American Idol’ season six runner-up continues work on his second album. The 27-year-old tells readers:
Been a busy month for me so far. I took a road trip down to LA with my best friend Jesse and now I’m in LA for a couple months working on the new record.
Things have been going great so far. Just played American Idol Extra, that should be on television in the next month. There’s talk of me getting back on American Idol to release my new single, which could be sweet.
Tommy Boy records and I have been working away on this new project and it is sounding amazing. Been writing daily and I’m really looking forward to hearing what you all think, when the album is released.
Blake Lewis Working On New Dance Album
Blake Lewis checked in with his first video blog at his YouTube channel. The ‘American Idol’ season six runner-up showed off his Tommy Boy t-shirt, indicating he had just signed to the record label. “I get to make my electronic record that I always wanted to make,” Lewis said. “Get to co-produce, write the record. It’s already been going on… Tommy Boy is giving me the opportunity to make a dance record that I’m already proud of, and we’re not even halfway there yet.” Watch the message below.
Blake Lewis Ready To Sign A New Record Deal
‘American Idol’ season six runner-up Blake Lewis checked in with fans on his blog at MySpace on Tuesday (December 2), posting highlights and pictures from his recent tour and preparing to sign a new record deal after departing Arista earlier this year. Lewis writes:
I have a new manager and she is killing it for me. Things are finally coming to order. There is a new record deal in the works, just looking over the final papers and within the next couple weeks I will be in the hands of someone who believes in my art. I am very blessed.
Check out the entire post here.
Blake Lewis Stoked To Kick Off Tour
Blake Lewis updated fans on his blog at MySpace on Tuesday (September 30). The ‘American Idol’ season six runner-up writes:
It is almost here. They guys and I are so stoked!! We just spent all last week rehearsing and workin it out. We are more than ready to get out on the road and show you all a good time. I can’t do all the promotion myself, so the wonderful people at Idolbored and The B.L. Army are stepping in an helping me promote. Thank goodness! if I didn’t have fans like you all, I don’t know what I’d do. If you guys are interested in helping out, please get in contact with The Idolbored or The B.L. Army on my top friends list or go to www.idolbored.com.
On the road, I’m going to try and write a tour blog everyday and post it on Idolbored and here, as well as post bulletins announcing our shows.
As of now the tour is going to be starting in New York on the 5th at the Canal Room and finishing on the 16th in South Carolina at The New Brookland Tavern. The show at the Croc Rock, in Allentown has been cancelled. A new show in Connecticut has replaced that date. I’m now playing at The Mohegan Sun Casino. Should be a real fun show. Sorry to you all in Allentown. Catch the Northstar show in Philly if you can.
Check out the full post and pictures here.
Blake Lewis Returns From Iceland & Norway, Posts Tour Dates
Blake Lewis checked in with fans on his blog at MySpace on Wednesday (August 27), talking about his new tour kicking off next month. The ‘American Idol’ season six runner-up writes:
TOURRRRRRRRRRRRR!!!!!!! The dates are up. So freaking ready to come out and rock mics all over this great country. I’m still trying to solidify dates for the West Coast. But so far, our first date is Sept. 29th in Providence, Rhode Island. We are heading out on the road with a band called Carlotta. Visit them here www.myspace.com/carlotta. The boys and I are STOKED and we are ready to get going on this.
I just got back from an amazing trip to Iceland and Norway, with The Hollywood Knights, a non-profit organization to help raise money for cancer. We went to Norway to play some B.Ball against the Norwegian National Team. Man did I suck. Bshorty is no baller! It was an amazing, short trip and I met some pretty amazing people. It was a little strange, cause I felt a little bit at home in Bergen, Norway. Its a port and reminded me a lot like home, here in Washington. Posted some pics for your viewing pleasure.
Read more and check out the pictures here.
Blake Lewis ‘5 Songs Deep’ Into Second Album
‘American Idol’ season six runner-up Blake Lewis checked in with fans on his blog at MySpace on Thursday (August 7), offering a little update on his sophomore LP, which he’s working on with his band’s drummer, KJ ‘Quantize’ Sawka. Lewis dropped by Arista Records, but is still represented by 19 Recordings. The 27-year-old writes, “Where to start… Orchestral Drive-By: KJ and I are about 5 songs deep now. Can’t wait for you all to hear this. I haven’t been this excited in a while. I haven’t been able to produce in a year and half, besides a couple songs on ‘A.D.D.’ and from what I have learned in the last year, it sure has paid off. STOKED!!!” Read more.
Arista Drops Blake Lewis
‘American Idol’ season six runner-up Blake Lewis checked in with fans on his blog at MySpace on Wednesday (June 25). The Bothell beatboxer writes, “I planned for Wednesday to be my day to rehearse for tonight’s Canal Room show, cause we were leaving on Thurs. to play Vegas. Ring, ring, ring went the phone. Iain my manager baring the news. Arista isn’t picking up the second option. Meaning, I’m not doin another record with them. I’m totally fine with this… I was just wishing they would have put the word out to me over the last couple months, because lets face it… Waiting SUCKS!!!! I could have known this 2 months ago, when all of RCA was going through their changes. Oh well. I guess the right time was now. No biggy. I’m still with 19 Recordings and I got a tour and new record on the way. Now I’ll I need is a home for my music. Some place warm and tropical… seriously though… Got to be a place where they actually respect my craft and electronic music. Getting RCA to do remixes for my record was like pulling teeth AND I had friends do the mixes for next to nothing. They turned out great and are rising on the Billboard charts. ‘How Many Words’ is in the top 40. HOLY SH**!!!! its currently 29. So freaking pumped. People been shakin there booties to some electro Brake.. hehe Thanks to all the DJs playing my song. Lovin you right now!” Read more.
Blake Lewis Really Excited About First New York Show
‘American Idol’ season six runner-up Blake Lewis checked in with his MySpace friends on Monday (June 23) with the following message:
Hey everyone, I’m currently at an airport in Connecticut waiting to head to NY.
Tomorrow night I will be headlining a show at The Canal Room. I’m really excited to play my first solo show in the big Apple. Hope those that are in the area can make it out. It’s just me, my guitar, piano and loop pedals.
I’ll try and post a new blog tonight about what has been going on with me. Much has happened this week.
Much love and hope to see you soon.
Blake
Blake Lewis Is ‘So Freaking Pumped’ For Canal Room Gig
‘American Idol’ season six runner-up Blake Lewis checked in with his MySpace friends on Friday (June 13) with the following bulletin:
Hey guys,
So in a week or so, I will be heading my way to the beautiful city of New York to play and intimate show. I’m so freaking pumped I can’t even believe it.
I just put together a new pedal board with lots of cool, tweaky fx and I can’t wait to get my butt to NY.
The show is at the Canal Room on the 24th and I hope that I see as many of you there as possible. This will be a stripped down performance of just me, myself and I. Loop Pedals, Guitar and Keys.
Hope to see you all there.
Love, Peace and Beats.
- Blake
Blake Lewis On His Debut Album, Advice For Latest ‘Idol’ Singers
‘American Idol’ season six runner-up Blake Lewis talked with The ShowBuzz about the release of his debut album ‘A.D.D. (Audio Day Dream)’ and offered advice to this year’s ‘Idol’ finalists. “Stay true to yourself,” Lewis suggested. “I made the mistake of biting my tongue at the finale last year, so don’t hold back.” Watch the brief interview below the fold.
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