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Meghan Trainor, a 16-year-old singer/songwriter from Nantucket has been immersed in music her whole life. Coming from a family of musicians, Meghan has been performing since age 7 and has been writing and producing her own music as early as 11-years-old. With a varied set of influences ranging from her own father to Michael Buble to JoJo, Meghan has a soft sound that reaches and touches deep. And while you might think this young pop star would have little time for extracurriculars and a normal teenage life, you might just want to think again.... Meghan is very involved in her community and at her high school, where she is a member of The Nauset High School Treble Chorus as well as the singing soloist and only female trumpet player in her school's jazz band. She would definitely have my vote for homecoming queen!

The Second City's first-ever film BUZZKILL takes form of a dark comedy, following the life of a struggling writer, Ray Wyatt, who crosses paths with a notorious fugitive dubbed The Karaoke Killer, played by Darrell Hammond. uPlaya has teamed up with The Second City to find a breakout hit for feature placement in the film, and music artists have until November 30th to submit songs to uPlaya's free Music Universe Contest for their chance to win this amazing opportunity!

Wearing many hats in the composition and production of his own music, uPlaya's Up & Comer-HANIBAL- knows a thing or two about putting on a ONE MAN ACT! He writes, performs, and produces all of his indie/electro-pop mixes on one laptop, using a single mic, often in the recording studio of his apartment bathroom. Hanibal's music pulls from a mix of influences including The Postal Service, New Order and the Nine Inch Nails, and has been described as "the best 80s dance music not made in the 80s."

From the low-lying coastlands to the snow capped mountains of Kenya, Africa, Vinie Chwani aka Kenyan Boy incorporates the diversity of his homeland into the nuances of his music. Honing an international influence fronted with a universal appeal, he combines the best of reggae, hip hop, and pop with the heart and soul of his vocals to get people around the world singing along. A mastermind in the studio with a knack for collaborations, Vinie also recently launched his own production company, Kenyan Boy Productions, and helped to co found the music group Afro-Geng. Comprised of 6 artists from diverse backgrounds, the energetic sextet recently released their debut, "Take Over," which has been described as more a movement than music. Check out his hit single "Like You"! You'll be hooked from the get-go!

Music Intelligence Solutions, Inc's uPlaya.com, a global leader in digital music promotion and discovery, was recently named a top innovator at the 2010 New England Venture Summit, an elite investment conference linking venture capital with high level innovation. As a result of this honor, Music Intelligence CEO, David Meredith presented the company's business model to an exclusive group of over 400 entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate developers attending the event on December 15th. "Music Intelligence Solutions is excited and honored to be in this very elite group of young Startup Ventures Top finalists," said David Meredith, CEO of Music Intelligence Solutions. "Our patented uPlaya artificial intelligence system and vast distribution and marketing channels via digital media offer the music industry and aspiring artists unparalled methods of reaching the masses.

Sweden is more than just a prime vacation destination with a majestic landscape and good-looking blondes, it's the home to six-piece rock band, the Oholics! Recognized internationally for creating "mind-blowing, beer fueled tunes," this psychedelic rock sextet has a sound often compared to the likes of the Stones, Pink Floyd and Oasis.

Since moving to Florida, Puerto Rican Hip Hop Artist- Reconize- has been determined to make a name for himself in the music industry. Getting his start in collaboration with friends and local music group Da Prodigyz, Reconize began recording songs and booking gigs around town shortly after his arrival. In addition to his local celebrity status, he has also turned the heads of major A&R Reps at a uPlaya sponsored music conference last Fall. His current music project "The Evolution" will feature many of the same local artists who helped him get his start and is said to be one of the most anticipated mixed tapes of the year! "Walk with me now, Fly with me later.."-Reconize

The Source, the self-proclaimed 'Bible of Hip-Hop Music, Culture & Politics' reports on how thousands of artists and industry experts are using new site to revolutionize the music industry by creating a music meritocracy. www.uPlaya.com scientifically rates a song's hit potential, gives artists instant credibility, and offers marketing tools.

The Indie Bible is the ONLY resource that is TOTALLY dedicated to Musicians and Songwriters that have recorded a CD or a Demo. The brand new 12th Edition of the Indie Bible contains: - 4200 publications from around the world that will REVIEW your CD! - 3400 radio stations from around the world that will PLAY your songs! - 600 vendors and services that will help you to SELL your music! - 330 sites where you can UPLOAD your band's MP3 files! - 500 helpful resources and sites where you can PROMOTE your band! - 52 articles that will help your career to MOVE forward rapidly!

New site is helping serious artists get noticed amidst the overwhelming "noise" of the Internet by creating a 'music meritocracy' with their patented Hit Song Science and Music Universe platform. Morning news reports on www.uPlaya.com's ability to provide artists and music professionals with instant feedback on a song.

Ghiche is this week's Up & Comer uPlaya artist! Not only can this Chicago native rap with the best of them but he also writes and produces his own work! Dropping beats at the young age of 14, Ghiche got his start in the entertainment industry performing at parties and events as well as making appearances in local Black History shows. More recently, he has gone on to showcase his talent booking college tours and taking on gigs at nightclubs and conventions throughout the Midwest. With a 'go-getter' personality and high potential, the young entrepreneur has already connected with and opened for big name artists like 50 cent, Soulja Boy, and P.diddy. Ghiche will be meeting with an A&R rep from The Deal Makers in Chicago this weekend courtesy of uPlaya for the chance to show off his 'superstar hood status' and take his career to the next level!

Born and raised in North GA, this handsome singer/ songwriter decided to jumpstart his music career by moving to Athens, GA- the birthplace for both modern alternative rock and New Wave Music. Picking up local gigs throughout the college city helped him to catch the eye of country rocker Zac from the Zac Brown Band and land the opening act for the alternative country group most nights at the famed GA Theatre. Following in the footsteps of major music groups and artists to come out of Athens like R.E.M, Widespread Panic and the B-52's, to name a few, Eric has quickly built up a wide ranging fan base from screaming college girls to old school rockers. 

Master of mixtapes, this week's Up & Comer on uPlaya goes to "HG" ((aka Human Gorilla.) Using the streets as a stage to debut and perfect (his lyrical rhymes, "HG" is "hungry" for recognition and is on a mission to take his music from the Rap Undergrounds to drop beats with the best of them. Check out our favorite track, "Time Bomb"!

Hollywood Film Fest 2010 gives special attention to the "subversive comedies" in this year's lineup. With Indican marketing VP Randolph Hamilton helping to program the event, the festival helps to bring up-and-coming comedians and indie filmmakers to the spotlight. One of Hamilton's top picks was a dark comedy by The Second City, "Buzzkill," which features two star turns: Daniel Raymont as the neurotic lead and Krysten Ritter as a smart-ass young woman. "The interchange between the two reminds me of the best of comedies from the 1970s," Hamilton says, "such as 'Harold & Maude,' when comedy had teeth instead of just being over the top."

Check out this week's featured artist on uPlaya- Imani Chyle! Out of Hot 'Lanta (Atlanta, GA) this fresh new artist has a style as unique as her name. With influences from Marvin Gaye to U2, she takes creative risks to craft a unique sound that combines the best of Hip Hop, R&B, Rock AND Soul!

Like the Postal Service before them, SheLoom's Jordon Zadorozny and Gaetani developed a creative working relationship that allowed them to write and make music together despite living halfway around the world from one another. Through the power of the web and impromptu jet sets, the duo was able to co-produce their debut album "Seat of Empire." Described as a mishmash of iconic progressive rock groups like Fleetwood Mac, XTC, Todd Rundgren, Chris Squire, and Supertramp, "Seat of Empire" hails an original new wave sound often referred to as filmic art rock.

Unsigned Artists- You have only 1 week left to enter WeLoveYourSongs 2 FREE MUSIC COMPETITIONS for "Best New Artist" and "Best New Song!" The winners of both contests will be determined through fan voting, and will receive $800, a Premium uPlaya Subscription, and promotion throughout uPlaya's music community! So what are you waiting for!? Get online and submit your music! And don't forget to send a shout-out to your fans to ask them for their vote and to start making your way to the top!