Brooke Allison [ENHANCED]

Brooke Allison

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 19, 2001)
• Original Release Date: June 19, 2001
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Enhanced
• Label: Virgin Records Us
• ASIN: B00005ICLE
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (94 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #66,269 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist
Much of the music industry is anticipating that 14 year old Brooke Allison's forthcoming recording will be one of the hottest releases of 2001. Her debut, slated for release May of 2001, is garnering attention from music executives, as well as many of the country's most prominent radio program directors for whom she has already performed.

A story that has the year 2000 written all over it, Brooke was discovered on the internet, receives her schooling on the internet, and will have a song on her album about the internet. A native of Odessa, Texas, Brooke Allison, born Brooke Allison Adams on September 26, 1986, began singing at age three. Her parents, David and Robbie Adams, instantly knew their daughter was born to entertain. They entered her in pageants and her singing and dancing skills catapulted Brooke to the top spot competition after competition.

Brooke's interest in the guitar and clarinet soon developed into writing, and at age 10, she co-wrote a song for the DARE program, aptly titled "The DARE Song." Brooke then began singing at DARE rallies all over Texas, and was a youth sponsor and spokesperson for the DARE program, advising kids to stay off drugs.

Brooke's powerful vocal abilities and stage presence soon led her to the World Championships of Performing Arts, where in 1997, she won four gold medals - in every category that she entered - Gospel, Country, Broadway and Adult Contemporary. With 500 hopefuls represented by 20 countries across the world, Brooke's massive win at the Championships led her to appearances on the Jenny Jones and Maury Povich shows, with both audiences giving her standing ovations.

In January 2000, Brooke's friend created a webpage and placed her music on the MP3 site. Producer Michael Blakey, President, Record Division of 2KSounds, happened to scout the website for new, unsigned talent. Going through thousands of samples, Michael stopped in his tracks when he heard Brooke's powerful, unique style and immediately sent her an e-mail. At first Brooke didn't take it seriously. "I thought the email wasn't important, so I deleted it," says Brooke. She adds, "But my friend Amber replied, and they started talking. I soon found myself at the label, singing Toni Braxton's "Unbreak My Heart". Then they started writing up the contract."

Michael immediately assembled a team of the best names in the industry, and everyone who came through the label's doors to hear Brooke's demo was blown away. Jaws dropped, eyes grew wide, and superlatives flowed. Brooke soon entered the recording studio with a huge set list of hit material, from songwriters all over the industry.

The album will include songs that fit Brooke's versatile vocal style. "It's so crazy - in a good way - because the album has so many musical styles," says Brooke. " I mean, we've got some pop, R&B and ballads, but my main style is probably pop Top 40."

On the album, AOL has given Brooke permission to use their likeness in a song she recorded about the internet. " I love it, because I'm a total AOL and internet freak. I think the song is really unique and special, and has a great hook - it's very 2000."

While the recording industry is looking forward to her anticipated debut, Brooke is probably the most excited because she anxiously anticipates getting out on stage and performing. "The thing about myself is that I totally change when I get on stage - when I'm performing, you have no idea what I'll do. I like to be spontaneous and unpredictable with my performances."

Product Description
Brooke Allison has been astounding audiences since the age of three with a voice that is extraordinary not only for its range, but also for its maturity, power and passion. She has been compared to Celine Dion, Barbra Streisand and Whitney Houston.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars *All You Need To Know About Brooke's Debut*, June 26, 2001

By	Matthew Zerby (Palmerton PA, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It is wonderfully refreshing to have a pop star come out with a truly enjoyable album since Britney's "Oops!...I Did It Again" last May. Brooke Allison is 14 years old with a voice that will take her years to grow in to. Her songs are feel-good, catchy, all-around great, and listenable songs (for the pop-music fan, that is).

1. The Kiss-Off (Goodbye) - Brooke's first release from this album. The defining track for the rest of the CD! Very edgy and futuristic! 9.5/10

2. Oh No - One of three cute little interludes.

3. Toodle-Oo - Good pop, with a light touch of R&B. A girl power song. Very listenable, but not the best on the album. 8/10

4. I Miss You - One of four ballads to truly show off Brooke's powerful range and vocals. Very sweet, and sad. 9/10

5. Seth - The second of the interludes! :)

6. Rollercoaster - A very fun song! Great Pop!! Brooke shows off good vocals! 8.5/10

7. Thought You Might Wanna Know - The best uptempo song on the album! A little mature, but just an all around wonderful song!! 10/10

8. If I Were You - Another ballad (probably the only ballad that gets on the verge of being boring, but it never get's boring.) Good vocals, and pretty. 8/10

9. Perfect Chemistry - Co-written by Mya. This song is very, very catchy and will get stuck in your head. Very danceable! FUN! 9/10

10. Without You - The worst song on the album, but it's not that bad! Uptempo, but kinda boring. 7/10

11. Maybe Tonight - GREAT BALLAD!! Brooke's vocals are great!! 9.5/10

12. Dating - Last of the interludes! :P

13. My Heart Goes Boom - Right up there with #7! A great poppy, upbeat song!! 9.5/10

14. Say Goodbye - Possibly the best song on the album. It is a ballad and Brooke will astound you with her voice on this one!! 10/10

Being a pop music fan, I give this CD an overall rating of a 95/100!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is real music!, March 1, 2005

By	blonde star "Matthew" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews

I bought this cd recently on amazon.com and I love it! You gotta buy this or at least sample it!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Another (Good)Pop Album-Will She Have a Second Opportunity?, February 27, 2004

By	*Stripped* (Spain) - See all my reviews

1.-The Kiss-Off(Goodbye-8/10 POP song.First single same old stuff here,but with more electronic tunes
2.-Toodle Ooh-10/10 I know that this song is a cover of Boa's "Don't Start Now" but i like more the Brooke's version,'cause she pronounce better and the beat is way better,and...she sings better too
3.-I Miss You-9/10 Amazing Ballad song.The lyrics are like other ballads songs,but her voice here sounds perfect!
4.-Rollercoaster-7/10 Cheesy lyrics ¬¬ but the beat is cool and is catchy

5.-Thought You Might Wanna Know-8/10 is more RB is a great dance song with good lyrics.Listen the beggining of the song.Awesome
6.-If I Were You-7/10 Is Ok,i like her voice here,but is a bit boring
7.-Perfect Chemistry-8/10 Greaaaat Tunes!!Greaaaaaat Chrous,its kind of repetitive but anyway is a great song to dance to!
8.-Without You-3/10 Worst song.Hated it!
9.-Maybe Tonight-9/10 Amazing vocals and chrous.is a sweet slow song
10.-My Heart Goes(Boom Boom)-8/10 Even though the lyrics are awful,the beat is cool and is catchy
11.-Say Goodbye-10/10 An AWESOME song.I love it's sooo sweet and her voice roxxxx here.Great job