ARTIST TO WATCH: Singer/Songwriter Alyssa Bernal & HOT TOPIC: Is College Still Important to Teens?

On THIS THURSDAY, December 09, 2010 at 9pm EST , we welcome Singer/songwriter Alyssa Bernal to TD Radio. Alyssa was your everyday American teenager, busy with classes and cheerleading practice, when her heartfelt, acoustic YouTube clips caught the eye of superstar producer Pharrell Williams. Fast-forward a year later, and her debut album from Star Trak Entertainment is about to bring a much-needed breath of fresh air to the pop landscape.

Join us as we chat with the beautiful/multi-talented music artist about her new life under the tutelage of a Teen Diaries Cocoa Kiss, Mr. Pharrell Williams and how much has changed since being discovered.

We will also discuss the Hot Topic of the Week: Is A College Education Still Important to Teens?

Of course we will be giving you the latest in celebrity gossip, our coveted Dear Nicole segment, and much much more. Don't miss this episode! If you have questions for Alyssa, want to share your thoughts about our Hot Topic -OR- A "SHOUT IT OUT" message, email your name, age, city, state and question/shout out to tdradio@teendiariesonline.com. Include the word ALYSSA in the subject.