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uPlaya is giving away two 3-day Passes to the 6th annual A3C Hip-Hop festival out of Atlanta, GA! The event is bringing the best of Hip-Hop to ATL, GA for show stopping performances and educational panels. Learn how you can get your hands on 2 free passes. Since 2005, the 3AC HIP-HOP FESTIVAL has featured over 600 of the most elite artists in Hip Hop including: B.o.B and DJ Premier.

Brooklyn, New York has a new 'FACE' on the Hip Hop/ Rap scene- Face Tha Music! Another uPlaya artist discovered at the Deal Makers event last Fall, Face has been blowing up radio stations worldwide with the recent release of his hit single, "My Favorite Song," which features Patty Tyler. And the music video for the single can be seen on rotation across MTV, Music Choice, Fuse TV and VH1! More recently, Face Tha Music has been working hard in the studio recording with fellow artists- Vado, Jagged Edge, Skyzoo, and Duckdown- in preparation for the release of his newest mixed tape. Already endorsed by Hot 97's renown Hip Hop and R&B music promoter DJ Kay Slay, this mixed tape is predicted to be a smashing success! So make sure you set your google alerts to get notified when it hits stores!

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

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!

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.

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!