Soul Train Awards 2013 Rehearsals
Go inside the 2013 Soul Train Awards rehearsals.
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Tamar's One Take - If rehearsal was any indicator, Tamar Braxton will hit a homerun on her performance at the 2013 Soul Train Awards. Sounding better than the actual recordings, she performed "Love and War" and "All the Way Home." (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Dramatic Entrance - Tamar's entrance to the stage was no simple walk-on from stage right or left. The "All the Way Home" songbird opted for a dramatic entrace from the ceiling on a rose-covered swing. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Turn Up - An energized Anthony Anderson, alongside Carl Payne and Deon Cole, busted a move during their must-see skit. Watch the three in action on Sunday, December 1 at 8P/7C. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Throwback - Big Daddy Kane takes us back as he creates this in-show buzzworthy moment and flavorful ode to the past.(Photo: than Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Pioneer - Big Daddy Kane still has it and the hip hop pioneer is snapped here punishing the stage with his signature delivery and flow. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Family - Former BET host Big Tigger reads the telepromter as he prepares for his big gig as the show's DJ. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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K. Michelle: More Than a Two Step - Ready yourself for a performance from K. Michelle like you've never seen. Without giving too much away, we can say the songstress opts for a little bit more dancing than usual.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Jon B. - Sin City is about to be blessed with the soulful sounds of Jon B. After his several-year hiatus, Jon B. returns to the stage like he never left. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Doug E Fresh - Master beat boxer and MC, Doug E. Fresh gave us a raw beats and flows the rehearsal of the show's throwback moment and closer. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Fresh and Slick - Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick revive their classics as they practice closing out the show.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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An All-Star Tribute - Candice Glover, Eric Benét, Ruben Studdard, Bobby V., Kenny Lattimore, Ronald Isley and Eddie Levert make sure their harmonies are precisely in sync ahead of their all-star tribute to Dionne Warwick.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Ron Isley - Eyes behind shades, R&B icon Ron Isley is snapped belting a note during rehearsals(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Kenny Lattimore - Kenny Lattimore readies his vocals during his performance paying tribute to Dionne Warwick. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Consistency - Eric Benét's performances are always on point and his showing at the Soul Train Awards rehearsal told the same story.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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American Idols - American Idol winners Candice Glover and Ruben Studdard create a magical moment as the two vocal powerhouses perform a must-see duet.(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Practice Makes Perfect (TV) - Our host Anthony Anderson works tirelessly to make sure his skits, comedic timing and cues from production are spot on. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Just Dance, Come to Life - Snapped cutting a rug with his backup dancers, Anthony Anderson serves up a moment reminiscent of the popular video game Just Dance. But, be advised this is the real thing. Don't believe us, just watch! (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Ish Just Got Real! - You can't help but love a host committed to his job. In rare form, we see Anderson's commitment stretch to new heights as he b-boys alongside his crew. (Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Natural Beauty - A barefaced Jennifer Hudson hones her stage routine and pitch-perfect vocals. Makeup or not, the "I Can't Describe" singer is stunning. We see you, J. Hud!(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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Puttin in Work' - J. Hud is incorporating more dance into her performances and we love it. When coupled with her new sound and new short 'do, it all works together. Here, her and two dancers rock out to "I Can't Describe."(Photo: Ethan Miller/BET/Getty Images for BET)
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