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Andy Allo - DreamLand

Andy Allo
Artist:Andy Allo
Title:DreamLand
Featuring:Blu
Producer: Mind Majors
Album:UnFresh
Label:Unsigned
Twitter:@andyallo
Website:Andy Allo's Website

Average Rating:   32101   3.8
Total Ratings:       19

What does it mean to be Unfresh? Well, in a recent interview, first-time Booth featuree Andy Allo explains that it’s all about “...being original, not conforming, and being yourself.” So it’s kinda like being fresh… but different. Confusing? Yeah, a little – whatever you want to call her, though, the Cameroon-born, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter/model comes with a genre-blending sound that’s as ear-pleasing as it is unconventional, as evidenced by this standout track off her debut LP. DreamLand finds Allo drawing inspiration from Wizard of Oz classic Somewhere Over the Rainbow (according to the same interview cited above), showcasing her breezy vocal stylings over a lushly sampled, harp-laced instrumental (co-produced by the artist and Mind Majors). Fellow Californian Blu brings his breathy, expressionistic touch to the second verse, and joins the headliner for a little flirtatious line-trading on the back end. Impressed by Andy Allo’s (un)fresh alternative/hip-hop/soul sound? Grab a copy of her debut set, released Sept. 22 and available now in stores and online.


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DJ Z
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DJ Z
Total Ratings: 8062
Rating:  43211
My favorite song of the evening. Everyone I have played this record for over the last 24 hours has come away a fan. Needless to say, you can play this on repeat for hours. Andy, keep these coming and you have a long and fruitful career ahead of you.
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Posted on Nov 03, 2009    

thehotchoclet
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Total Ratings: 125
Rating:  32121
Dreamy ... very different in rotation


Posted on Nov 03, 2009    

Meldawg
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Total Ratings: 84
Rating:  43211
Blu is often slept on... he delivered and you gotta love the production... and her voice is just as sexy as she is


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

The 149th
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The 149th
Total Ratings: 2065
Rating:  21321
vocals here get a 5 from me, when I first heard the production I thought it was produced by walt disney, not really my style, the def. dig blu on here, but i'm a fan of the disney beat, but i do believe she can do much better.


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

Nathan S.
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Nathan S.
Total Ratings: 2478
Rating:  43211
Y'all know I'm not afraid to speak my mind, but on the real, I'm loving every song today. This is the first time I've heard Andy Allo, but I'm hypnotized. She's got a Amy Winehouse meets Jill Scott style that's damn smooth. On repeat.
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Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

KelJr305
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KelJr305
Total Ratings: 100
Rating:  21321
^^Everything 149th said..


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

Blaze31
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Blaze31
Total Ratings: 614
Rating:  43211
Dont know wat drew me to listen to this but im glad I did! Nas on a remix to this would be dope! Just a thought... lol


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

Mr.Top Hat
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Mr.Top Hat
Total Ratings: 3522
Rating:  43211
I like the words, the cinematic beat, beautiful melody, guest spot (duh!) and high quality soulful and vibrating vocals by Andy Allo. Perfect background music for whatever you're doing.


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

Mike Dreams
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Mike Dreams
Total Ratings: 2133
Rating:  43211
I heard this last week and I loved it instantly, and not just because I'm Mike "Dreams". LOL. But Andy Allo can come be my "DreamGurl" anytime!

This record was so dope and peaceful. It definitely had that Disney vibe. If people stop sleeping, they would go sample some Disney records (I mean, for like mixtape joints or whatever) because there are actually some dope compositions on Disney Soundtracks (yes…I’ve listened to the songs…I’m not ashamed…lol). But there’s definitely a lot of string instrumentation that would be dope to flip on some hip hop ish.

She’s real cute and Blu served this up nicely with the chill flow.


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

hypnoticcc
Rating:  43211
Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

PattyPatty85
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PattyPatty85
Total Ratings: 3048
Rating:  32121
Her vocals and his flow are great, I'm a lil perplexed about the production...it's romantic and sweet but not my type. I must say it's original, though! in rotation


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

sightRIZE
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Total Ratings: 47
Rating:  43211
Real chill track. Blu killed it. So peaceful, I don't know why but it reminds me of Norah Jones. Good stuff.


Posted on Nov 04, 2009    

B.G.'z the truth#32
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B.G.'z the truth#32
Total Ratings: 303
Rating:  54321
I chose to listen to this song because I saw it was featuring Blu. But it turns out I fell in love with the whole song and I have officially become a fan of Andy's. She can TRULY SING! Her vocals are amazing on this record and, yes, my homie Blu did lay down a classic second verse. The hook is so beautiful and Mind Majors blew my mind with the production (pun seriously intended). This deserves no less than a five.


Posted on Nov 05, 2009    

B_Halo
DJ Booth Member

 
Total Ratings: 15
Rating:  54321
Oh wow. I have been sleeping on the talent in the world. Allo is amazing, voice as smooth as aloe, and a presentation of lyrics that aren't confined in anyway to the 'fresh' standard of the mainstream. Blu comes through and laces the track, completing an already perfect record. The song also works because Blu and Allo have a natural chemistry that makes the song feel real and focused in a truly organic way. WHOA! FIRE FIRE FIRE.


Posted on Nov 06, 2009    

DJ LiveWire
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DJ LiveWire
Total Ratings: 487
Rating:  43211
Why do I feel like Alice in Wonderland??? Sleeping Beauty???
Interesting sound. The production took me to dreamland. Wow!!! What a magical musical adventure. Loved her voice. I appreciate songs that pull you in. This one did it.


Posted on Nov 06, 2009    

MuSicJunkie4Real
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Total Ratings: 6
Rating:  43211
yes im def loving this song! I can completely picture a little magical land. The beginning reminds me of some type of beauty and the beast moment. The beat is bad I like the mix of disney, hip hop, and then BLU boy that was honestly a good mix. def a classic


Posted on Nov 08, 2009    

reglagyrl05
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reglagyrl05
Total Ratings: 109
Rating:  54321
This is a fire as joint. Man I think this will b a smooth cut ppl will pass by. N the later years everyone will b asking bout dis. I love da smooth vibe they introduce u wit.


Posted on Nov 11, 2009    

strawberi_kissez
DJ Booth Member

 
Total Ratings: 40
Rating:  32121
Different....She as an amazing voice...chill record
I like it took me a min tho


Posted on Nov 15, 2009    

tammt209
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Total Ratings: 1
Rating:  54321
I THINK SHE HAS A BEAUTIFUL VOICE!!!


Posted on Jan 14, 2010    

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