With his rich tenor voice, distinctive looks, and endearingly innocent charm, Jason Castro won over millions of viewers as a contestant on the seventh season of American Idol, parlaying his substantial singer-songwriter appeal into a third-place runner-up finish. He may not have won the competition, but the 22-year-old Texan earned himself a devoted fan base eager to hear what he would do once freed to perform his own songs. Those folks will get their chance with the release of Castro’s self-titled debut album on Atlantic Records.

1. Are you a light or sound sleeper?
sound but not too sound...
2. Snickers or Twix?
snickers
3. Happiest childhood memory?
playing by the creek
4. I admire:
N/A
5. How tall are you?
5'9" ... i look taller on tv.. haha
6. Biggest turn on?
my wife
7. What song always cheers you up
anything tom petty
8. Computer or TV?
computer
9. What kind of cell phone do you have?
iphone!
10. Which track should everyone hear off your new album "Jason Castro"?
you’re gonna make me pick one?! that’s impossible but this week my personal fave is "Heart of Mine"