The Straits Times
Date: June 23, 2018
By: Eunice Quek
SINGAPORE – Singaporean singer-songwriter JJ Lin and Taiwanese singer A-Mei
The big awards went to Hong Kong singer Eason Chan who won Album Of The Year, as well as the Best Male Vocalist (Mandarin).PHOTO: AFP
began the evening on a high note, with both up for six awards each at the 29th Golden Melody Awards, the Chinese equivalent of the Grammy Awards. But the two stars went away empty-handed.
The big awards went to Hong Kong singer Eason Chan who won Album Of The Year, as well as the Best Male Vocalist (Mandarin).
Also jubilant was Taiwanese singer Lala Hsu who took home the awards for Best Mandarin Album and Best Female Vocalist (Mandarin).
Appearing shocked each time her name was called, Hsu said in her acceptance speech for Best Mandarin Album: “This feels like a dream because my fellow nominees are outstanding. I will continue to work hard.”
Chan, on the other hand, was at ease on stage and whipped out his mobile phone to take a photograph of his trophy. He said: “I’m very relaxed today, and my body is stiff from sitting for so long. I will focus on singing for everyone, and I’m sorry to keep everyone waiting for a concert.” [FULL STORY]
