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WEAVA is an 18-year old vocalist/songwriter, with a strong urban and contemporary vibe. A 2008 International Songwriter's Contest finalist, he has a gifted voice that embodies soulfulness, passion, and inspiration. It is evident that this young man has the musical talent and the entertainment ingenuity to captivate audiences of all races, ages, and genres. This Hoover, Alabama native is a talented singer, songwriter, and musician. He is also an accomplished pianist, and at a very young age he began writing and singing his own songs. In 2005, he assisted in the musical production for the stage play "Mama I'm Your Child" performed in Atlanta, Georgia. During this project, WEAVA had the opportunity to work with Grammy-award winning songwriter and producer Timothy Thomas. In the past three years he has also had the privilege of performing in the Bobby Jones gospel talent search competition and was a guest musician for The Birmingham Pledge, a race relations foundation founded on the premise of eliminating racism one person at a time. June 2008, he released his debut cd Inside Out and performed before a sell-out crowd in Pelham, Alabama. WEAVA was a guest artist on Detroit’s WGPR 107.5 FM July 2008 in an effort to promote his new cd. His new project "Explanation" (March 2009) exemplifies the maturity of this young artist as he turns 18. Born Jonathan Weaver, this former high school running back, has been influenced by both traditional gospel music and old school R&B superstars and these influences can be heard in both his lyrics and vocals. Although WEAVA is young in terms of age, he is clearly a mature musician and songwriter. His songs speak of experiences and emotions that only years of wisdom should have the ability to convey; yet somehow this teenager can express every thought appropriately. The young man also provides part of the proceeds from his performances to support a local charity organization which supports abused and neglected youth. His live performances are unforgettable and much more than hyped entourages and soundtracks. WEAVA incorporates a live band and background singers which make for an interactive and crowd-pleasing performance. He is often compared to his older counterparts, Usher, Jamie Foxx, and Mario. Like these successful performers, he is a self-motivated entertainer whose style can appeal to almost every R&B, Hip Hop, and Adult Contemporary fan. He knows how to immerse his lyrics in hard-hitting street tracks and blazing drum beats that everyone can relate to.