R&B singer-songwriter Donnie Klang made an appearance at Planet Hollywood in Times Square, New York City, on September 2, 2008, in promotion of his debut album, Just A Rolling Stone, released online on September 2.  Donnie Klang was a “Making the Band 4″ winner and awarded a solo contract with Sean Diddy Combs’ Bad Boy Records.

Singersroom interviewed Donnie Klang and he discussed the album. Here are some excerpts.

Singersroom: What are your favorite songs on the album and why?

Donnie: My favorite songs on the album are between “Pick it Up” and “Catch my Breath.” “Pick it Up” is the song that will crush the radio and it’s a good song for the ladies. It’s about picking up a girl who just had her heart broken, what else could a girl ask for? and “Catch my Breath” is like a timeless track. So those are my two favorites.

Singersroom: You know many people are going to compare you to Justin Timberlake, how are you going to make yourself standout and make people remember Donnie?

Donnie: First and foremost, I’m taking the comparisons as a blessing. I’m getting compared to a guy who is so talented with multi-platinum albums. Immediately, I take that as a compliment, it’s awesome to me. Once my album is out and you hear it front to back people will see the whole picture and brand that I am trying to create. I think people will see the differences and start to respect me for my craft.

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Singersroom: Though you were on the show to make the band you came out as a solo artist, what individual artists have influenced you and your music?

Donnie: Usher, Justin Timberlake. I was a huge fan of Brian McKnight growing up, Michael Jackson, and James Brown. I was just a huge fan of music in general.

Singersroom: What is it like working with Diddy?

Donnie: It’s crazy, definitely a tough job. He is picky and a perfectionist but at the end of the day he get’s the best out of his artist. After all, it’s his label and reputation on the line so he has to push us to be the best we can be. You don’t become celebrities just because you got a deal. You can’t just sit back and chill especially working with Diddy; he keeps you on your toes. He’s been in the music industry for 25 years and still working hard. I’ve been in it for less than a year so I have to work 10 times harder.

Source: Artist Interview: Donnie Klang: One Man Band

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Photos: Donnie Klang at Planet Hollywood 9-2-08 Promoting “Just a Rolling Stone” Debut Album