Gina Vespa – who, sadly, is not affiliated with the motor scooter company – is a GWU graduate currently residing in Maryland with her husband and two dachshunds. A freelance writer for both Diffuser.fm and PopCrush, Gina enjoys combining her love for music with her passion for writing. She has interviewed artists such as Matt Pond and Zac and Isaac Hanson, and she's always on the lookout for new bands to check out.
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Macklemore + Ryan Lewis Perform ‘Same Love’ at the 2013 MTV VMAs With Jennifer Hudson
Shortly after winning in the category of Best Video With a Social Message at the 2013 MTV VMAs for their hit song ‘Same Love,’ Macklemore and Ryan Lewis delivered a heartfelt rendition of the tune onstage – complete with a surprise guest appearance by none other than the lovely Jennifer Hudson.
Kelly Clarkson Sheds Tears When Learning of Ancestry on ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’
Season 4 of TLC’s genealogy documentary series ‘Who Do You Think You Are?’ premiered on Tuesday (July 23), and Kelly Clarkson learned that she’s related to a Civil War hero.
Beyonce Invites Boston Marathon Survivors Backstage [Pic]
We’ve noticed that Beyonce has been getting more and more involved in political and social causes lately, as she has proven at recent shows in Nashville and Detroit.
Demi Lovato Admits She Goes Ghost Hunting, Talks About Haunted House in Texas
Next time you see a ghost, you might want to hold off on calling Ghostbusters and dial Demi Lovato’s number instead. According to Buzzfeed, the young singer is fascinated by ghosts and feels a strong connection with the afterlife.
Watch Kanye West’s Unaired (and Very Awkward) HBO Pilot [Video]
Back in 2010, the pilot for Kanye West’s unreleased HBO improv sitcom was uploaded to YouTube by actress Alison Quinn, but it never aired — and after watching the awkward clip above, we understand why.
Miley Cyrus Tweets About Jay-Z’s ‘Twerk’ Lyric Off of ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’
Miley Cyrus has been showing off her twerking skills for quite some time now, and it looks like all of her relentless booty-shaking has finally paid off. Jay-Z gave the 20-year-old pop sensation a shout out on a song from his highly anticipated forthcoming album, ‘Magna Carta Holy Grail’ — and he was sure to mention her dance moves.
Nicki Minaj Gives Lil Wayne a Lap Dance During ‘High School’ at 2013 Billboard Music Awards [Video]
Just a couple of days ago, we learned that Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj were planning to team up at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, and tonight (May 19), they certainly delivered. The duo weren't afraid to get down and dirty onstage — Minaj even treated the New Orleans-based rapper to a lap dance! Watch their entertaining live performance of ‘High School’ in the video clip above.
Justin Bieber + Will.i.Am Perform ‘#thatPOWER’ at 2013 Billboard Music Awards [Video]
Last month, will.i.am premiered a brand-new video for ‘#thatPOWER,’ which featured a striking digital doppleganger of Justin Bieber, and tonight (May 19), the Biebs teamed up with him in the flesh to perform the song at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards. The sunglass-clad singers showed off their robotic dance moves, and Bieber engaged the crowd with his ear-catching vocals.
Macklemore + Ryan Lewis Perform ‘Thrift Shop’ at 2013 Billboard Music Awards [Video]
Following a glowing introduction by Hayden Panettiere, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis took the stage at the Wynn Las Vegas to perform their hit song ‘Thrift Shop’ at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards tonight (May 19).
Nicki Minaj Responds to ‘Idol’ Exit Rumors, Randy Jackson Quits
Earlier today (May 9), we learned that ‘American Idol’ producers reportedly plan to replace judges Nicki Minaj, Randy Jackson, Mariah Carey and Keith Urban with a new set of panelists next season due to low ratings. Never one to bite her tongue, Minaj responded to the rumors and Jackson confirmed that he has, in fact, decided to call it quits.
Hanson ‘Get the Girl Back’ on ‘Leno’
Hanson treated us to a sneak peek at new material on ‘The Tonight Show With Jay Leno’ last night (April 9) when they performed their latest single ‘Get the Girl Back.’
Justin Timberlake Visits the White House, Performs ‘(Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay’ [Video]
Yesterday (April 9), Tennessee native Justin Timberlake visited the White House for a special celebration of Memphis soul music, and his performance of Otis Redding’s ‘(Sittin’ On) the Dock of the Bay’ had the Obamas smiling and singing along.
The evening also featured such artists as Mavis Staples, Ben Harper, Charlie Musselwhite and Sam Moore.