37 Management announces American Idol (Season 5) Finalist Sway Penala's Debut Solo Album "MY STORY"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
(Free-Press-Release.com) March 19, 2010 -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

San Francisco, CA -- Sway Peñala is set to release his debut solo album, titled My Story, on Tuesday, May 4. Although this album is his first as a solo artist, he is no stranger to the studio or stage. Originally signed to Classified Records in 1998, he was a member of Drop ‘N Harmony and later formed 6th Day with former members of Geffen Recording artists Kai. Sway is most notable for making it to the Top 20 during season 5 of American Idol.

After his departure from the show, Sway continued to tour with fellow AI alum Elliott Yamin until 2008. Determined to continue composing, Sway needed a break from the demanding tour schedule, so he returned home that year.

Fate intervened when he met in Juliet. Smitten and overwhelmed by emotion, poetry and music flowed uncontrollably. The first song on the album, Lovely Lady” describes new found love’s feelings and emotions. Sway eagerly journalized every moment, jotting thoughts and sketches into his notebook. During the months that followed, Juliet spurred him on to set the notebook to song. “Someone Like You” and “Smooth Route” contines to describe the blossoming love affair.

But as with any sudden burst of flame, their romance raged until it suddenly ended in disaster. Inspired by the pain & loneliess, “Better To Never” and “Anything But Goodbye” are familiar to every person that’s suffered heartbreak. “Pacemaker” and “Cry Like That” expose the frustration as pain gave way to anger.

My Story is more than an intimate look into the soul of singer-songwriter Sway Peñala. It’s a 15-song, musical illustration of the bounding emotions you feel in the journey of love. Set in chronological order of his experience, it’s a story that everyone has lived. My Story lets you share his experiences and inspires you to relive your own memories.

My Story was written and produced by Sway Peñala, in collaboration with Derrick Allen (Tyrese & Wayman Tisdale), JP “The Beat Digga” Nebres (Roger Troutman & Kai), Roland Casiquin & Brian White (Black Eyed Peas). The album also features tracks from his former groups, Drop ‘N Harmony & 6th Day and contributions from Glenn Guttierez (Jocelyn Enriquez & Jaya).

Marketed by 37 Management and distributed in North America by Select-O-Hits Distribution, My Story by Sway Penala will be released in stores and online on May 4th. For a free download (available until May 3rd), please visit www.swaypenala.com.

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