A finalist on “American Idol,” Blake Lewis is coming for us at the Power Party. As fans of the disco-funk beatbox machine, we say bring it on.
Where you do you live full-time and what’s life like these days?
I’m living is Sherman Oaks, CA and life is pretty simple. I wake up, go to my studio, get creative for a while, then … go out and get inspired. On days off, I’m usually hanging with my lady or my friends, going on adventures with my dog, or traveling to a gig.
Have you ever been to Denver?
Many times. I use to have an aunt who lived there and I’ve played many shows in the great city. I’m totally stoked to come back. Playing shows is probably my favorite thing in the whole world.
We’ve jammed out to your music here in the office on multiple occasions, and we love both your original and cover work. What can we expect at the party and will you take requests?
Awesome! Expect the unexpected, I always say. I’ll have a planned set, but I don’t always like to let the crowd in on it. I might invite a couple people to party with me on stage and try to make them go wild. That’s always fun. I love audience participation. As far as requests go, it usually depends on the song.
What’s a go-to song that gets the crowd crunk?
Always depends on the crowd. “Binary Love” is always my favorite cause I see my fans singing to it. I like “Disco In Space” off my new album.
Do you have any sort of connection with the LGBT community? Any friends and fam who are “friends and fam?”
My best friend from childhood through high school, Michael Hadreas aka Perfume Genius, is an amazing artist and in the community. You should check out his new album Too Bright. It’s amazing!
What do you do when you’re “off?”
Something completely and totally not work-related. I love design and photography. I just recently got back into it and have been using Instagram as a platform. If you’re on there and want to check some out, it’s under #ChameleonDesigned. I used to make all my show fliers back in the day. Now I’m working on album art for other artists. It’s a fun hobby and I’m always on the road, in an airport, taking pictures, and using my iPad to design.
What’re some of your hidden talents?
I wear my heart and everything else on my sleeve, so I’m not sure I have any “hidden” talents.
Is there anything you wanna tell Denver before you arrive?
I’m coming for ya and I will drink all of your hot chocolate, be warned. 😉 Can’t wait to see you all!
