Sway Peñala set to release debut solo album "My Story" on May 4

“ Sway Peñala is set to release his first solo album, titled My Story on Tuesday, May 4. Although no stranger to the studio or stage, Sway is most notable for making it to the finals during season 5 of American Idol. ”

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(eMusicWire.Org) – Sway’s first release was on the self-titled album recorded by Drop ‘N Harmony in 2000. Sway joined Kai and Innerlude alumni to form his next group 6th Day and released Forever Starts Today in 2005. Not long after the release, Sway was selected as a finalist on American Idol’s season 5. After his departure from the show, Sway continued to tour with fellow American Idol alum Elliott Yamin until deciding to continue writing in 2008.

However, once he returned home, fate intervened when he met in Juliet. Smitten and overwhelmed by emotion, poetry and music flowed uncontrollably. Sway eagerly journalized every moment, jotting thoughts and sketches into his notebook. During the months that followed, Juliet spurred him to set the notebook to song. But as with any sudden burst of flame, their romance raged until it suddenly ended in disaster.

All Sway had were memories of the first starry-eyed days of love found; the unbearable pain when he lost her; the regret and reflection; but also the breath of life when he decided to move on. 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 (Pinay & Kai), Roland Casiquin & Brian White (Black Eyed Peas), Rodge Mamauag (Touch) and Matt Jennings. The album also features tracks from his former groups, Drop ‘N Harmony & 6th Day and contributions from Glenn Guttierez (Jocelyn Enriquez & Jaya).