Alyssa Lee Lewis

Biography

 Whether a coincidental meeting with Justin Bieber, performing at The Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland at seventeen, or leading a flash mob to raise money for VH1's Save the Music foundation Singer/Songwriter/Actress Alyssa Lee Lewis' energy and love of music connects immediately. "Leeway Freeway" the twenty year olds' solo debut CD is a collection of songs that mirror multiple generations concerns while creating rock anthems of optimism and personal growth.

Lewis, who co-wrote most of the songs on the recording, signed a 360 deal with Indie label Realize Records in 2012. "Alyssa, at such a young age has vocal maturity and stage presence that many seasoned artists only dream of attaining". says Label CEO Michel Grey. Lewis, like many of the artists she has been compared to  such as Christina Aguilera, Pink and Nikka Costa began singing and performing at a very early age. 
 
Growing up, surrounded by the entertainment business Lewis learned how to understand “musician language” as she tagged along with her dad while he traveled touring up and down the East Coast and spending summers in West Hollywood, studying tap and ballet as she discovered her own love for performing.

At the age of ten, Alyssa had an opportunity to sing on a nationally released recording which led to her performing on stage with members of the legendary 90's alternative rock band "YNOT?!" The experience launched her into auditioning and becoming a member of Premier Centre for the Arts group "Triple Threat" which took her back to Los Angeles. A succession of lead roles and all state opportunities followed when she was cast as, Mother in Ragtime, Natalie in Next to Normal, Ariel in Footloose, Mimi in Rent, and Val Clarke in A Chorus Line. Along with the theatre performances, Alyssa continued to perform in venues and festivals including the World Cafe Live and The Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland.

Lewis expresses an open heart and an open mind in her first single "2 B Diff", and then showcases her rock vocal when it comes to her most recent single "Voices Carry", both of which are off of her upcoming debut EP "Leeway Freeway" released in May of 2013.  Alyssa states, “Love is not something that belongs to a specific gender. Everyone has the right to love who they wish to love and be loved in return, done,” A national tour is scheduled for the summer of 2013 to coincide with the CD's release. Currently Alyssa is  filming a music video to accompany her current single.  

"Music isn't just something I do; it’s something I feel deeply. I am putting it all out there. It's okay 2 B Diff"  says Lewis. With combat boots and guitar in tow, Ms. Leeway Freeway herself continues to share her musical language on the current road and many highways sure to follow.

Blog

  • Mar 01, 2013

    Miss You More

    Everyone has that one special person who they cant get enough of. The Ying to their Yang, well I was with mine since I was about 16. After 3 years with him, I got lost in love and much much more, couldn't even tell you who I was, neither could he. During all of this my loved one was not the only one I hurt. It resulted in me having to leave everyone and everything behind at that moment so that I could find myself, and figure out who I was.  I was living out of my car for a little while, found a house to rent out. Meanwhile I was supporting myself by working at a bagel shop but kept sane by writing music and I still couldnt get him off my mind. Miss you More was a song that I had been working on for 2 years, It wasn't finished because what it needed was the journey and that's what it got. No one could fill the hole, the missing puzzle piece that he did, It was the feeling of home sick. Took me about 8 months to get back on my feet. Mainly because I am stubborn and didn't want to listen to anyone. Finally swallowed some pride, and got  back in contact with my other half, people grow and change but our love stayed the same. Love is a work of art, you have to appreciate it for its beauty, see all of the colors and textures. Interpret it as you wish, love comes in all different shapes and sizes, much like abstract art, but it is ART. Miss you More was a journey though the love that I held on to and couldn't let go for a reason. Now I'm bringing color back to our canvas with my journey through love, being the paint for my brush on this canvas. My music isn't just a melody line, it's my journey, it's my soul, it's the hurt, love and joys life threw at me.

  • Dec 28, 2012

    2 B Diff

    The lyrics for 2BDiff sit very close to my soul..this day and age, everyone stereotypes and likes to brand who and what they are. Why brand? Why name what you are? You are unique and you are like no one else. You are diff, so love who you want to love and how you want to love. It is your right. Want it, girl or boy? It is okay to B Diff.

    2bdiff -

    Let’s start from the top
    As to why my love is wrong
    and bring it back around
    It shouldn't take too long
    The love I have you say
    Makes me not belong
    Makes me not belong

    You can’t stop us
    from breaking down these walls breaking down these walls
    So that now that we have.
    The sky didn’t fall

    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff

    Nothing Ever lasts - time flew
    Cloudin’ up my joy
    Why am I a freak to you?
    I’m not your fu*#+ing toy
    My life is my choice
    Want a girl or boy?
    Want a girl or a boy.

    You can’t stop us
    from breaking down these walls breaking down these walls
    So that now that we have.
    The sky didn’t fall

    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    different than you
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    Different like you
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
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    Different than you
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
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    And my different is true

    The Halo that you wear
    has no glow
    The book that I must swear
    does not show
    All that I feel
    Deep Inside is real too
    As real as I am
    Standing here right in front of you
    From my soul to my heart
    Through my touch is where it starts
    See the truth in my eyes
    I will never apologize
    For things I feel
    No matter how small
    I will always stand strong
    & I will give you my ALL

    You can’t stop us
    from breaking down these walls breaking down these walls
    So that now that we have.
    The sky didn’t fall

    You can’t stop us
    from breaking down these walls breaking down these walls
    So that now that we have.
    The sky didn’t fall

    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    different than you
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    Different like you
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
    Different than you
    2 B diff 2 B diff 2 B diff
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    My different is true

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  • 2013
    May 20

    Alyssa Lee Lewis Begins Shooting on Spring Awakening Movie

    Alyssa Lee Lewis will begin shooting on the upcoming non musical movie version of the hit Broadway Play Spring Awakening. The film is based on the controversial German play which was banned for many years. Alyssa was cast as Ilse the multi-faceted Bohemian. The film is being directed by Kurt Leitner and is being produced by Christopher Bruce and Jesse Heninger along with Leitner. Check back for details on release dates.

  • 2013
    Feb 28

    "Miss You More" The 2nd Single from Alyssa Lee Lewis Released

    "Miss You More" The  2nd Single from Alyssa Lee Lewis was released today exclusively on Itunes. To purchase the single visit https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/miss-you-more-single/id610213663. The single is off of her debut EP "Leeway Freeway" Set for release on May 28th 2013.

  • 2013
    Feb 28

    Alyssa To Appear Live On WOCM 98.1FM To Debut Next Single

    Alyssa Lee Lewis will perform tracks from her upcoming CD "Leeway Freeway" on February 28th at 12:00 EST. Alyssa will be debuting her next single, "Miss You More" live on the radio. Fans can listen in or watch it live online at www.irieradio.com.

  • 2013
    Jan 22

    RR Releases The First Single From Alyssa Lee Lewis' Upcoming CD "Leeway Freeway"

    Realize Records releases  "2 B Diff" as the first single from her debut CD "Leeway Freeway". The song was recorded in Gettysburg, PA and produced by Paul Lewis. The song is available for purchase on Itunes, Amazon and available for streaming on Spotify and I Heart Radio.

  • 2012
    Jul 10

    Realize Records Announces Partnership With Singer/Songwriter Alyssa Lee Lewis

    Realize Records announced today that singer/songwriter and actress Alyssa Lee Lewis has joined forces to produce the nineteen year olds first EP titled “Leeway Freeway”. The CD which consists of three original songs, one known cover and a new song co-written by label mate Milow the Girl and producer Paul Lewis. The CD is scheduled for release in fall of 2012.  

    Lewis, who has been performing in musical theatre productions and in venues throughout the Mid-Atlantic since the age of seven years old, approached the label about recording her new EP in early 2012. The label requested a meeting for the singer/songwriter to perform in private for label reps. “Initially we had a bit of trepidation due to her age, we generally work with more seasoned artists but after watching her perform the songs and her passionate pitch we couldn’t say no. It was obvious this girl is going places.” states label CEO Michel Grey. Lewis quickly went into pre-production emerging with songs that are catchy yet are not the typical bubble gum pop you would expect. Strong messages are conveyed in each tune that came directly from the artist. Lewis says, “I wanted to perform songs that would connect with my generation. All of the songs including the covers were chosen based on the lyrical content as well as the music. I feel like I am one in a million in my generation that feel this way. These songs portray how the current state of the world is affecting us and how we are trying to find our way in a confusing time.”

    Alyssa and producer and label mate Paul Lewis (YNOT?!) are scheduled to begin recording this month in the Philadelphia area. “It's been an amazing experience working with Alyssa. Her pitch is perfect and her voice is strong. The melodies come to her effortlessly.", says producer Paul Lewis. Along with recording the CD, Alyssa is performing at several venues and festivals throughout the East Coast. To find out more about Alyssa and her upcoming release and tour, you can visit www.alyssaleelewis.com or visit her page on the Realize Records website at www.realizerecords.com.

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