Chinese mainland R&B singer Hu Yanbin and pop singer Jin Haixin were honored as best male and female singer respectively at this year's East Music Awards Sunday night.

Over twenty musicians claimed honors at the oldest award in the Chinese mainland for original music, held at the Shanghai Grand Stage.

Hong Kong star Eason Chan and Taiwan pop queen Jolin Tsai were among the "five top musicians for Chinese music."

Unlike previous years, this year's awards were more generous for newcomers to the Chinese music scene, especially the supernovas rising from popular singing competitions.

Zhou Bichang, runner-up in 2005's Super Girl competition, took home the "outstanding performance of the year." Her hit Phone Number was also on the list of "top ten golden songs."

The Young Battlefield performed by heart-throbs from the contest "My Hero" was also picked for the list.

Singer Hu Yanbin poses with his trophies backstage at the East Music Awards on Sunday, March 25, 2007. Hu Yanbin was named the best male singer of the year.

Singer Jin Haixin at the East Music Awards ceremony on Sunday, March 25, 2007. Jin Haixin was named the best female singer of the year.

"Super Girl" Zhou Bichang at the East Music Awards ceremony on Sunday, March 25, 2007. She was honored for her "most outstanding performance of the year."

(CRI.cn March 26, 2007)