FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 18, 2015
New York, NY
Powerful Italian-English Single “Pray’r” by Classical Crossover Artist Michéal Castaldo
Now Available in High-Resolution Audio
The powerful Italian-English single “Pray’r,” by the Classical Crossover artist Michéal Castaldo, is one of those rare musical works with the power to transform the way you feel. Because this beautiful international love song has been an absolute favorite of listeners and audiences, worldwide, during its first four years, it is being released as a Hi-Res Audio digital single on July 17, 2015. With the growing popularity of online streaming sites, high-resolution audio for music is able to deliver sound that is exceptionally better than standard CDs and MP3s. For “Pray’r,” every sound created in the recording studio will be pristinely delivered to the listening audience like never before with the release of the “Pray’r” Hi-Res Audio digital single, which will be available on iTunes, Pono, Tidal, and Spotify on July 17.
Written and produced by Castaldo and his longtime collaborator, the Norwegian composer/producer Stein B. Svendsen, “Pray’r” deftly blends pop and opera, Italian and English, grace and emotional force to form an unforgettable listening experience. It first looks in on the longing of a man enduring the despair of unrequited love, then follows along in the Italian verses as he journeys through reflection, hope, commitment, and doubt.
But with each English chorus he draws closer to the triumphant reward of mutual passion, singing I Pray a little pray'r every day, a little pray'r that you'll stay here in my arms forever/ I Pray a little pray'r every night, a little pray'r that the light of my love/ Will shine in your heart (forever). The majestic intensity of “Pray’r” builds, exploding at the end into an immersive anthem that inspires as much as it satisfies. Ensconced in a full orchestral arrangement of piano, strings, percussion, and choir, the classic message of “Pray’r’ is elevated even further by the music.
An award-winning songwriter, producer, recording artist, and entrepreneur, Castaldo’s mentor was himself a protégé of the famed Italian operatic tenor Enrico Caruso. A global performer as well as an enthusiast for the arts of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and hospitality, Castaldo sees “Pray’r” as a signature song—the purest expression of his love for life and the richness that each day holds.
“When Stein and I wrote this song, we felt in our bones that there was something magical about it,” Castaldo says. “As we worked to perfect “Pray’r,” we were inspired by the history of great artists like Andrea Bocelli, who combined Italian and English in songs that appealed to people worldwide. The positive response to ‘Pray’r’ confirms that there is a special, poetic spirit set free in this multilingual love song” While the enthusiastic response on radio and in the press has been gratifying to the songwriting team, nothing trumps the feeling that “Pray’r” brings on again and again, for the performer and listeners alike.
“Singing it is an out-of-body experience: I lose myself in this song,” Michéal Castaldo confirms. “People tell me how beautiful it is, but what I love the most is the way they’re connecting to its authenticity: It has a simple honesty that truly is universal. That’s the power of ‘Pray’r.’”
Castaldo has been garnering critic press as well, “the suave voice of tenor Micheal Castaldo singing...sending chills to the listeners” from L’Esperienza Magazine. Although the lyrics are in Italian with the choruses in English, it is a unique blend intertwining the romance of one with the poetry of the other making a match of sending a “devotional message of love.” PRAY'R is an instant classic and what Kenneth Hieber calls “a masterpiece”! “PRAY’R is exactly that—a delicate, incredible prayer; add the majesty of Micheal’s voice, a powerful orchestral arrangement, and mighty choral strength, and once again, Castaldo does it.”
... “PRAY’R” has enjoyed a very fast rise since being officially released on July 12, 2011, securing the top position in just 15 days... SonicScoop.com
... “powerful and cultural, yet blatantly catchy and poppy”... TheCelebrityCafe.com
... “OH YOU ARE KIDDING ME ................... Micheal—this is SENSATIONAL! WOW—I am sitting here speechless” ... One Voice From Africa
“PRAY’R” has been enjoying solid support by over 40+ Italian Programming radio stations in the USA, Canada, Italy, Australia, and Argentina. The largest Italian programmed radio station in North America ‘CHIN’ in Toronto, Canada loves “PRAY’R” and has been programming the song in heavy rotation.
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