Whether he likes it or not, Top Suzara's debut solo album from Universal Records, "Carry On", will be branded as a post-Freestyle outing.

Top Suzara opted to keep quiet the past seasons, right after his decision to leave the band. There was the usual emotional setback which he amazingly converted into positive energy. His own deep-well of feelings, from all the triumphs and hearthaches, Top could easily tap, being a prolific singer/tuneweaver who can comfortably write three to four songs a day.

The more Top became inspired and challenged, the more his creative juices continuously poured, to come up with 14 of the most touching and heart-warming songs he has ever written. All of them can now be heard in the newly released album.

Obviously, the album's repertoire is very personal, but Top stresses that they are common experiences which can related to everybody. His songs have themes and messages that have been part of a very colourful life.

Take the carrier single, "Sabihin Mo Na". It is a mid-tempo rocker of an apology that extends to a vow of everlasting romance. The song also features one of the country's top session guitar players filling in tasteful licks and heartfelt solos. The music video is now one of the most requested items in MYX music channel. It is not surprising that the initial Top Suzara single would be a current entry in the MYX Top Ten Daily Countdown.

"On The Sand", another song on "Carry On" is receiving heavy airplay on NU 107 - a testament to the broad range of music that's being covered by Top. It's quite safe to say that most, if not all, of the songs are very radio friendly. Different stations may have their own picks, just as different individuals would. Either way, the listener can't go wrong with any of the songs.

Top has performed and created several Freestyle hits, beginning with "Before I Let You Go" in the past. Now, the sensitive, sensible and prolific hit maker has a new, fresh start as a solo artist with his debut solo album.

One of Top's most personal tracks is a song called "Angel Eyes", which he wrote for his dearly departed mom and just recently, his dad too. It's an emotionally very compelling song that evokes the listener to appreciate the loved ones that are still here. while we still can. "Magpakailanman" is the Filipino version of "Angel Eyes" which, locally, has assumed a more universal appeal with its Tagalog lyrics.

Top goes light and breezy in "Overcast", a grower of a song which sings of simple pleasures. The songs in Top Suzara's "Carry On" is a wholesome blend of folk, rock, new wave, country and pop. Whichever way Top goes, he brings his listeners to pleasurable, memorable musical trips. The Top Suzara "Carry On" album launch was held at Mugen Bar & Restaurant in the Pasig Metrowalk.