PAUL ANKA CELEBRATES HIS 50TH ANNIVERSARY IN MUSIC WITH CLASSIC SONGS, MY WAY

Paul Anka is one of this century's most successful entertainers and songwriters, with awards and accomplishments that are unsurpassed. 2007 marks the icon's 50th anniversary in music; to commemorate the occasion he has recorded one of his most heartfelt and personal albums to date, Classic Songs, My Way. Classic Songs, My Way is a collection of Anka's hand-picked favorite songs, covering the gamut of his own greatest hits, to elite singer-songwriters, ballads, pop and adult contemporary classics. The CD also marks Anka's first recording for the Decca label, slated for release on August 28th.

Arranged for big band in the vein of his last critically acclaimed disc, Rock Swings, the new CD showcases Anka's unmistakable vocals, and his uncanny ability to make any song his own with style and panache. Teaming with Michael Buble and a special "surprise" guest, the record boasts musical offerings for longtime fans and new devotees alike. Magical moments on Classic Songs, My Way are plentiful. Listeners will thrill to hear a new duet version of, "My Way," arguably one of Anka's most beloved songs famous the world over. The new recording of "My Way" is available for the first time anywhere on this album. Anka was actually instrumental in discovering fellow Canadian Buble, who was ecstatic to join the legendary singer on their rendition of "(You Are My) Destiny," also pairing the two classic crooners together for the first time on disc.

Other memorable moments on Classic Songs, My Way include the Joni Mitchell treasure, "Both Sides Now," "I Go To Extremes," a Billy Joel riginal, the Cyndi Lauper staple, "Time After Time," and unexpected renditions of The Killers "Mr. Brightside" and Daniel Powter's "Bad Day." Paul Anka has a staggering 900 songs to his credit and over one hundred recorded by other artists including Elvis Presley, Barbra Streisand, Linda Ronstadt, and Robbie Williams, among others. His Billboard chart statistics in the U.S. include three # 1 songs: "Diana," "Lonely Boy," and "You're Having My Baby," as well as twenty-two Top 20 hits.

Having been nominated for an Academy Award for "The Longest Day," Paul Anka is also recognized for penning signature songs for Buddy Holly - "It Doesn't Matter Anymore", Tom Jones - "She's a Lady", Donny Osmond - "Puppy Love" and the aforementioned "My Way" for Frank Sinatra, as well as the evergreen theme for NBC's The Tonight Show.