Audio Day Dream
by Blake Lewis
  • Record Label: Arista/J
  • Release Date: Dec 4, 2007
User Score
7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 35 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 35
  3. Negative: 8 out of 35

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  1. AshleyS.
    Apr 1, 2008
    9
    I haven't bought a cd in about 5 years, and this one was way worth it. I enjoy listening to it in my car. It has great beat!
  2. MartinW.
    Jan 7, 2008
    9
    Super good music......!
  3. ChrisF.
    Mar 7, 2008
    8
    This album was really good besides for a few song that were so-so. Overall nice job Mr. Lewis!!!
  4. JDP.
    Dec 11, 2007
    10
    Very good pop by a great performer. The songs are catchy and Blake's voice sounds great. His creativity was not squashed by Idol and this album should be a hit.
  5. Tim
    Dec 11, 2007
    0
    This guy is so plain and has no personality whatsoever. He got so far by doing so little. He's perfectly average and nothing painfully boring.
  6. ChrisW.
    Dec 10, 2007
    6
    A little too Vanilla to pass as a serious R&B or Hip-Hop act. And what's up with the fruity album cover?
  7. AmyM
    Dec 12, 2007
    10
    Love him or hate him, there is no denying Blake Lewis is, by far, the most creative Idol alumni to date. And that's just the problem. You will either love him, or hate him. There isnt much in between. And his album is no different. Fortunately, I am one of the people who absolutely love his album, and I'm not alone in saying Blake Lewis is musicial genius. Unfortunately for Love him or hate him, there is no denying Blake Lewis is, by far, the most creative Idol alumni to date. And that's just the problem. You will either love him, or hate him. There isnt much in between. And his album is no different. Fortunately, I am one of the people who absolutely love his album, and I'm not alone in saying Blake Lewis is musicial genius. Unfortunately for Blake, few have been able to recognize this, instead, passing him off as a wannabe with a terrible voice. I love his voice, I love his debut album, I just love Blake Lewis. He has an amazing, fun personality, a fresh sound, and I definately dont think we've seen the last of him.… Expand
  8. ChristopherC.
    Dec 10, 2007
    8
    A fun album, if you don't mind the constantly changing styles. Voice isn't super strong -- but we knew that. If you like an 80's undercurrent and don't look down on Am. Idol, its worth the listen.
  9. LisaW.
    Dec 25, 2007
    10
    Love it. I have to dance to it, can't stand still. It is Blake Lewis persona fide, and that is a GOOD thing.
  10. BaronK.
    Dec 9, 2007
    3
    Terrible writing, boring singing, lame production. All of the bad qualities of Maroon 5 and Timberlake, without nothing good to add. Even BT's contributions are weak. Steer clear.
  11. JazzyJ
    Jan 13, 2008
    8
    If you are a Blaker girl and voted for Blake on AI, then you will appreciate this very solid pop album with catchy tracks, and pretty good production value. Blake even gets to beatbox on "Bshorty grabs the mic",and does his ghostly falsetto with reverb intervals in between the 16 songs. Must hears are the first single "Break Anotha" (better on studio version vs the one I saw on Leno), If you are a Blaker girl and voted for Blake on AI, then you will appreciate this very solid pop album with catchy tracks, and pretty good production value. Blake even gets to beatbox on "Bshorty grabs the mic",and does his ghostly falsetto with reverb intervals in between the 16 songs. Must hears are the first single "Break Anotha" (better on studio version vs the one I saw on Leno), Prince-inspired "Watcha got to lose?" and the BT-produced "She's making me lose it". You can hear Blake's admitted influences Maroon 5, JT and 80s bands like Prince, Duran Duran. I think this is the album he wanted to make, and hopefully in the future he can hone and refine his musical style and talent for more sure-footed and less derivative music. Worth the USD10!… Expand
  12. DevynK.
    Jan 18, 2008
    10
    The best album I have ever listened to I bought the album for my whole family and friends and they all love it, my favorite artist and album, every song is entertaining and very easy to relate to.
  13. MegM.
    Dec 11, 2007
    10
    LOVE IT!!!!
  14. StaceyE
    Dec 13, 2007
    10
    I really liked all but one song. I love how all of the songs were different but catchy. He knows what to do with the tools he has.
  15. mikes.
    Dec 15, 2007
    3
    rarely will i give an album such a low rating but this album is a complete messy waste of time
  16. janeyfds
    Dec 17, 2007
    10
    THE BEST OUT OF ALL THE AMERICAN IDOL ALBUMS!
  17. PeggyC.
    Dec 18, 2007
    10
    I loved the ENTIRE album. Blake has a GREAT voice and puts a lot of feeling into his songs.
  18. KeithS.
    Dec 19, 2007
    10
    Tim, you're a friggin moron and obviously don't know that much about music production or writing. Something tells me you sit behind a desk all day and hate your job. The album infuses a lot of different styles and genres and actually makes it work. Nice work B-Shorty!
  19. NE.
    Dec 24, 2007
    10
    This album rocks! It is original and catchy. The songs grow on you each time you hear them. I think Blake is definitely outside of the box and knows what he wants to sound like. Much more in command of his sound that his Idol contemporaries. Great job!
  20. ClintM
    Dec 9, 2007
    7
    A very promising debut from another American Idol-er! I can understand anyone's skepticism, but until you've listened to this album and compared it w/past Idol-ers (Ruben, Double D Degarmo, Taylor) you won't know what you're missing. Blake's got an ear for great sound and has a future ahead of him that I'm glad to at least hear a part of.
  21. CharlieF.
    Jul 14, 2008
    10
    I love it.. I'm the older crowd that loved Blake's charm and refreshingly pleasant voice. Call me "Granny Beat Boxer Rocker" but I love Blake!
  22. alexs.
    Dec 12, 2007
    10
    This CD rules! How can anyone say its bad? he has GREAT personality and GREAT sound. The beat boxing is something extra that i love, but he could still make it without it.
  23. Britt
    Dec 13, 2007
    9
    I've only heard Break Anotha so far, and after I really listened to it I really liked it. What I like about him is that he is a complete spaz and he has his own unique style.
  24. nickc.
    Dec 27, 2007
    0
    Come on.
  25. MissyS.
    Nov 23, 2008
    10
    Almost a year after it's release, I'm still enjoying ADD and it never fails to lift my spirits. News about Blake has been kind of skimpy lately, but I hope he's been working away. He's got a great voice he knows how to use, a great ear for sound, is creative, and loves music. Can't wait to hear more from him.

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Metascore
61

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. AllMusic
    50
    ADD is certainly one of the more interesting AmIdol-related records, but so much commotion without construction is ultimately as forgettable as Jordin's pageant-winner trifle, and perhaps a little more tiring to get through, too.
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  2. Amazon.com
    80
    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.
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  3. Billboard
    80
    "American Idol" season six runner-up Blake Lewis' debut, "ADD: Audio Day Dream," is indeed a little all over the map, but, surprisingly, it works.
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