As the number of new and aspiring singers increase every second, real talent is indeed hard to come by. Most are sugarcoated -- they're only nice to look at not to listen to them. We all know, it takes more than just a pretty face to make it in this business.

Michelle Ayalde is definitely more than just a pretty face. She has a voice that could give more established stars a run for their money, making her one of the local music industry's fastest rising stars.

This dynamic young talent first garnered recognition as part of the four-piece girl group Full Circle. Belting tunes every week at ASAP Mania, as easily as if she were just breathing, Michelle inevitably caught the attention of Star Records' bigwigs.

Michelle's self-titled debut album contains eleven tracks showcasing her wide vocal range. Her first single off the album is the moving and touching song "Mamahalin Kita, Kahit Na". Already amassing extensive airplay on radio stations nationwide, "Mamahalin Kita, Kahit Na" shows great potential of becoming another cult hit like her Tagalog adaptation of the song "The Love You Want". Incidentally, Michelle's enormous talent is further proven by her nomination in the 17th Awit Awards 2004 for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist for the song "The Love You Want". The Awit Awards will be held on September 9, 2004.

Other notable tracks in Michelle's debut album include "Kay Tagal", Ayoko Na Sana", "Isang Ulit Man Lang", among others.
On August 8, Michelle will celebrate the launch of her debut album with her ASAP Mania family. Don't miss it!

Michelle Ayalde is now available on CDs and cassettes at record stores nationwide and online via Titik Pilipino, released under Star Records.