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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Jessie J to Undergo Surgery on Her Ankle… Again
Jessie J paid a visit to the doctor in the spring for some foot pain, and now, sources report that she’s set to undergo ankle surgery at the end of the year. No!
Steven Tyler Wants to Work With Skrillex
Steven Tyler recently sat down with Rolling Stone to discuss his plans to release a solo album. And from the looks of things, all of you Skrillex lovers out there are in for a treat — the Aerosmith frontman admitted to being a huge fan of the EDM superstar and wanting to work with him on his upcoming record.
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 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.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Season 4 Battle Rounds Continue
The battle rounds continued on tonight’s episode of ‘The Voice’ (April 16), and coaches Adam Levine, Usher, Blake Shelton and Shakira were faced with some very tough decisions —and were also given the opportunity to steal singers from opposing teams.
Hanson Hang Out With ‘Glee’ Stars Matthew Morrison + Darren Criss
Isaac, Taylor and Zac Hanson are famous for their flawless harmonies and catchy, pop-rock tunes, so it’s no wonder they befriended cast members of FOX’s musical sitcom, ‘Glee.’ The brothers hung out with Matthew Morrison and Darren Criss last weekend, and there are tweets and pictures to prove it!
‘The Voice’ Recap: Coaches Fill Their Teams, Prepare for Battle Rounds
Tonight’s episode of ‘The Voice’ (April 9) brought the final round of blind auditions, and coaches Blake Shelton, Adam Levine, Shakira and Usher filled the empty spots on their respective teams.
‘American Idol’ Recap: The Top 7 Deliver Rock Week
Tonight’s episode of ‘American Idol’ (April 3) marked the beginning of Rock Week, and the remaining 7 contestants put their rock ‘n’ roll skills to the test.
Are Taylor Swift + Carrie Underwood Frenemies?
On the surface, Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood seem to get along pretty well – but a deeper look reveals that the two blond country sensations aren’t exactly BFFs. Does that mean we should brace ourselves for some hair-pulling drama at this year’s Grammy Awards?
‘American Idol’ Recap: Charlotte, Start Your Engines!
Tonight’s round of ‘American Idol’ auditions took North Carolina by storm, sweeping through the famous Charlotte Motor Speedway. The episode was filled with talent, laughter, tears and, of course, a healthy dose of drama.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Top 3 Artists Revealed
It’s been an exciting season of ‘The Voice’ so far, to say the very least. Tonight’s episode (Dec. 11) was both surprising and bittersweet, as one contestant was sent home while the other three remain.
‘The Voice’ Recap: Top 4 Artists Revealed, Adam Levine ‘Eliminated’
After tonight’s installment of ‘The Voice’ (Dec. 4), only four contestants remain. Tonight’s episode brought a few surprises as it solidified the remaining competitors, including performances by pop icons such as Ne-Yo and Matchbox Twenty.