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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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.
‘Glee’ Getting Rid of Major Cast Members for Season 5
‘Glee’ fans might not be so gleeful to learn that a bunch of original cast members won't be returning for Season 5 of the popular FOX musical drama series. Among the beloved actors leaving the show are Mark Salling (Puck), Heather Morris (Brittany), Harry Shum Jr. (Mike), Amber Riley (Mercedes) and Dianna Agron (Quinn).
Miley Cyrus’ Parents Tish + Billy Ray Cyrus File for Divorce
Miley Cyrus’ parents, Tish and Billy Ray Cyrus, are headed for splitsville, a source reports. Married for 19 years, the couple has decided to file for divorce on the grounds of “irreconcilable differences.”
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.
Taylor Swift Wins Top Billboard 200 Album for ‘Red’ at 2013 Billboard Music Awards
Shortly after delivering a fun live performance of ‘22’ at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards tonight (May 19), Taylor Swift took home the award for Top Billboard 200 Album for last fall’s release of ‘Red.’
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).
Selena Gomez Rocks Bindi, Performs ‘Come & Get It’ at 2013 Billboard Music Awards [Video]
Selena Gomez followed an impressive performance by Bruno Mars on tonight’s (May 19) Billboard Music Awards. The young songstress stayed true to her ongoing — not to mention controversial — Indian-inspired theme with a live delivery of her latest single, ‘Come & Get It.’
Angie Miller Performs Beyonce’s ‘Halo’ on ‘American Idol’
Angie Miller unleashed her inner diva on tonight’s episode of ‘American Idol’ (April 17), when she delivered her own version of Beyonce’s ‘Halo.’
Kree Harrison Sings ‘She Talks to Angels’ on ‘American Idol,’ Sparks Drama Between Mariah Carey + Nicki Minaj
Kree Harrison graced the stage of ‘American Idol’ tonight (April 17) with a heartfelt rendition of the Black Crowes’ ‘She Talks to Angels.’ She was a crowd favorite, as always, but her performance sparked some drama between judges Mariah Carey and Nicki Minaj. But we weren't surprised — it was only a matter of time before the two panelists butted heads again.