Setting the Stage: Tamia Officially Kills It on the Apollo Stage

Get ready to receive Tamia's heart and soul!

Last of a Dying Breed - There's not much that can be said about Tamia's talent (especially as it relates to the live performance arena) except that she's flawless. Rising singers take note... (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images)
The Draw - Like no other performer, Tamia has learned from the greats (namely Quincy Jones) on how to ease the audience into a performance. Tip #1: The main goal at the Apollo is to get the crowd on your side. The trick is to build with each note and each word and go out big at the end of your performance, Tamia style! (Photo: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images for Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation)
Simple and Pure - Tamia seems to always sound just like her records each time she performs. Wonder why? We speculate it's because she does her best to stick to the notes and perfect the original rhythm. Tip #2: While some performers may want to sound unique in their rendition of a famous song, sometimes staying right in the pocket of the song makes a bigger difference. (Photo: Vince Bucci/Getty Images)Tamia - The Beautiful Surprise singer is up for Best R&B Album and Best R&B Song thanks to her fifth studio effort.(Photo: Johnny Nunez/WireImage)

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Last of a Dying Breed - There's not much that can be said about Tamia's talent (especially as it relates to the live performance arena) except that she's flawless. Rising singers take note... (Photo: Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

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