Friday, September 28, 2012

Swag Magazine CA Article-Sonny Rey (Singer/Producer)




When you ask Sonny Rey who he is & what he represents? He answers by saying one word, "SWAG"!  With a playful laugh and a slick smile on his face, he follows his answer by stating, "Sonny Rey is music!  My first memories are being in the studio with my dad, Les Pierce, banging on things I wasn't supposed to!"  Having a father who is a widely known recording producer who has produced for the likes of Patti Labelle and Earth Wind and Fire; and an uncle, Brian Holland, who was one of the pioneers of Motown Records, music runs through his blood.  Sonny Rey had no intention of entering any other profession than the music industry!

Born in Anaheim, California; Sonny was raised in a structured family setting in which high grades were expected and practicing his piano every day after school was mandatory.  In school, Sonny was a self professed; "Band geek but the coolest band geek for sure!"  He participated in all the talent shows and school plays in which he gained experience and learned how to conduct himself in a band type setting.  Later which this experience came into play as he chose to tour with his current rock band.  Being able to play the piano, drums, and guitar, assists Sonny in producing music while using live instrumentation.  His passion for real music fuels his writing with lively lyrics.  He music is full of interesting tales and experiences he has gone through in his everyday life as well as some strange times spent in the music industry.  Sonny Rey recently released a cover song titled "Over" featuring Heartbreak Dre; with a video featuring their friend Hollywood event promoter Sebastian Moradi; which is a playful attempt displaying their "Swag" on full blast!

Sonny realizes the importance of having a team of people around who are experts within their field.  Having linked up with Sebastian Moradi of Sebastian Entertainment, grants Sonny special privileges within the Hollywood circle meaning that for Sebastian's upcoming events, he will be a booked performer.  Sebastian has vast experience in producing events where as he likes to put it, "Corporate Meets Culture!"  Sebastian has produced such events as:
Lady Gaga's event at Club Social in Hollywood, renowned Dj Bob Sinclair at Vanguard in Hollywood, Dj Pauly D at Vanguard in Hollywood, NBA All Star event with Derrick Rose at Vanguard in Hollywood, Miss Brazil USA 2010 at Vanguard in Hollywood, Radio station 93.5
K-Day Kings of the Mix at Club Ecco in Hollywood, Legendary Hip Hop artist E-40 in Hollywood,  Slaughterhouse Album Release Party & XXL Magazine at Club Ecco in Hollywood, CA.  In a town where promoters are a dime a dozen, Sebastian Moradi has been able to hold a contract for the past 18 months with Club Ecco in Hollywood, CA; all while successfully producing unique and interesting events for party goers to attend.  When Sebastian met Sonny Rey he instantly gravitated to an individual who possesses an innate talent for music production and songwriting.  Sonny's drive and motivation also matched up with Sebastian's as well their MC counterpart Heartbreak Dre.  Together they have formed a team of talent that's ready to overtake the entertainment industry through different avenues!
           
 Sonny Rey is a quadruple threat in that he produces, writes his own lyrics, sings, and conducts his business in a professional manner.  Having written and produced on several mixtape projects such as that of Ron Artest and Joe Smith from the LA Lakers; as well as having a song titled "Do Anything" by Committed which is released by Sony Records.  Not to mention he recently wrote, co-produced, and sang on the new theme song for America's Next Top Model; has added to Sonny Rey's production and songwriting credits.  Currently Sonny Rey is producing his mixtape which will show case his ability to not only produce music with heart but display lyrics with a true message and meaningful content all while keeping it fun.  Sonny has always followed his heart which led to him to achieve his goals at a very young age, only fueling his hunger to want to accomplish so much more.  He is grateful for the talent he has been blessed with and strives for excellence at all times.  Sonny Rey's parting words to his supporters is that which he lives by every day of his life:
 "Don't fear greatness. Don't settle. Stay motivated at all times!"

Written By Ani Galestanian

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