Sony seems keen to capitalise on Stan Walker mania with news the record company will release his first album next month.

Introducing … Stan Walker, like The Winner’s Journey albums we saw from Damien Leith and Natalie Gauci (whatever is she doing nowadays?), features his best performances from the show.

“2009 has been another big year for Australian music and this year’s Australian Idol has been no exception,” announced Sony head Denis Handlin . “Stan is a remarkable and gifted young performer who has shown great spirit not only throughout his life, but during the show to win this year’s series.”

The album will hit stores on December 12. Here’s the track list, which other than that lacklustre “Black Box” song is pretty brilliant!

1. Purple Rain
2. The Climb
3. Man’s World
4. Ordinary People
5. Let’s Stay Together
6. Hallelujah
7. Superstar
8. We Will Rock You
9. Think Of Me
10. Black Box