Birth name Allison Lurie Genres Alternative/Indie Instruments Vocals | Also known as Allison Jayne Occupation(s) Singer
Rapper
Actress Years active 2004–present | |
Born December 4, 1987 (age 29)
Sherman Oaks, California, U.S. ( 1987-12-04 ) | ||
Fan_3 (born December 4, 1987), born Allison Lurie in Sherman Oaks, California, is an American singer, rapper, and actress. She released several songs in 2004 and 2005, though she never released a full-length album, due to being dropped by her record label twice.
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2000: Discovery
When she was 13, Lurie cut several songs at her home studio; one of them, "What They Gonna Think," was chosen to be included on the Lizzie McGuire soundtrack. She was subsequently signed to Geffen Records.
Music
In 2004, Fan_3 began releasing songs. One song she recorded, "Digits," was featured on the soundtrack for Shark Tale. In December 2004, Radio Disney's "Jingle Jams" album featured a Christmas song by her, titled "I Love Christmas." She also performed on the Radio Disney Jingle Jams tour. In 2005, her single "Geek Love," was a mild success, reaching number 68 on Billboard's Hot Single Sales chart and being featured on a Radio Disney compilation.
Acting
Fan_3 appeared in the television series "Darcy's Wild Life," playing herself in one episode. She also recorded the show's theme song. Lurie also appeared in "Rap-Off," an episode Romeo!, as herself.
Shelved Album
Plans were made for Fan_3 to release an album, tentatively titled "Let Me Clear My Throat," on March 19, 2005. A sampler of the album was released in late 2004, but was never released.
2008-present: Shut Up Stella and new solo music
In 2008, Lurie formed Shut Up Stella, a pop/rock group, with Jessie Malakouti (AKA Eden XO) and Kristen Wagner. She left the group after they were dropped by their record label.
Fan_3 announced in 2010 that she is working on new music. She began releasing covers and original music under another stage name, Allison Jane, through Vimeo, MySpace, and YouTube.
Influences
Lurie has cited TLC, Destiny's Child, and Alanis Morissette as some of her influences. She commented in an interview with PBS Kids that she got her stage name because she likes groups with 3 people in them. Her music has drawn comparisons to Luscious Jackson, The Beastie Boys, and Fannypack.
Personal life
Lurie's parents divorced when she was a child; she wrote her song "Broken Home" about the experience. She came out as bisexual in 2009, and graduated from Calabasas High School the same year.
Discography
Songs
Singles, EPs, etc.