Amanda Perez launches new single 'I Pray' from her second album, 'I Pray,' set for July 13, 2004 release

NEW YORK (Virgin) - Hailed by USA Today as a "powerhouse," and picked by Teen People as one the year's "ones to watch... a mix between Missy Elliot and Aaliyah," Amanda Perez is back with a follow-up to her massively successful chart-topping single "Angel". Her latest effort, 'I Pray' sees the Ft. Wayne, Indiana native exploring similar themes with equal success at radio. Once again she demonstrates her formidable skills behind the mic, the piano and also in the producers booth. Amanda's life prior to landing a record deal has proven that the ups and downs do make you stronger and true talent does tend to raise its hand!

Amanda Perez, the infinitely talented 24-year-old writer-producer-singer-rapper is back to offer another musically innovative delivery. Amanda's debut Virgin Records album, Angel, stood as a landmark musical journey from one of music's most promising artists. Perez's style is only the tip of her creative iceberg.

In her second album, entitled "I Pray" (Powerhowse/Virgin), Perez has established herself as a musical force to be reckoned with. Having had established her talent on her previous album, this second project is delivered almost effortlessly. Amanda describes her new release as "it's music directly from my soul".

Her current single "I Pray" has embraced over 30 million radio fans across the nation. "I Pray" is still buzzing at radio in the urban market as well as 40 plus pop stations across the US. With a new video under way, Amanda has no doubt she will take her upcoming tour on by storm. This multitalented powerhouse is sure to break the barriers between the Pop, Urban and Latin world.

Amanda's love for music as well as her fans is the motivation that continuously carries her from city to city while on the road. Amanda's favorite part of touring is her fans. "When I get on stage and see how the fans react and feel how much they appreciate my craft, it moves me and I give them everything I have every night"
Look for Amanda to be your city soon. Amanda is touring from June through the end of the year.