Singer/Songwriter Scott Sturla is renowned for his powerful vocals and his gift for creating passionate songs. Scott has performed both acoustic and electric shows in the North Jersey area as well as in Washington DC for the GI Film Fest and Thanks USA. The single “8 Days” was selected to be used for the 1st Annual GI Film Fest event in 2007. After stepping away from the music scene for some time, Scott and his band STURLA are back. Scott wrote the song “8 Days” based on actual events that started on the 22nd of September, 2004. Scott’s younger brother, Stff. Srgnt. James Sturla was severely injured in Iraq after he and his fellow Marines came under attack near the Al Anbar Province. After 27 surgeries and 24 months later, Scott’s brother returned to Iraq. The song explores his true emotions and respect for what his brother and all the men and women in the armed forces stand for. 　　“It’s hard enough to say goodbye once and receive the phone call 8 days later, but to say goodbye twice is probably the hardest thing I’ve ever had to deal with.” – Singer / Songwriter, Scott Sturla