Erika Marie
Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades.
E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen.
Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
- MixtapesDreamDoll Finishes Mixtape Series With "Life In Plastic 3" Ft. French Montana, Capella Grey, KashDollFive years after dropping on the first installment, DreamDoll is concluding her beloved series.ByErika Marie2.1K Views
- NewsDess Dior Drops Off "Raw" EPShe's back with a 8-track EP that Dess says she's "worked extremely hard on."ByErika Marie24.6K Views
- NewsBaby Tate Taps 2 Chainz For Club Ready "Ain't No Love"This one helps roll out the arrival of Tate's next mixtape, "Mani/Pedi."ByErika Marie7.4K Views
- NewsMuni Long Shares "Public Displays Of Affection: The Album"The project features some favorites like "Time Machine" and "Hrs and Hrs."ByErika Marie5.2K Views
- GramYK Osiris Tattoos Drake OVO Owl, Usher "U" Pendants & The Internet Went InAfter receiving pushback, the singer returned with a message.ByErika Marie27.7K Views
- MusicDesiigner Calls EST Gee "Hot Garbage" Over $75K Feature PriceThe "Panda" hitmaker wasn't happy and added, "Y'all n*ggas ain't never sell what I sold."ByErika Marie19.5K Views
- CrimeRapper Seven7Hardaway Gunned Down In Targeted Attack: ReportThe Baton Rouge rapper was reportedly affiliated with Fredo Bang.ByErika Marie16.6K Views
- MusicBeyoncé Rumored To Be Booking Stadiums For Renaissance Tour: ReportA new report states Bey is readying her Renaissance Tour and it will arrive sooner than many believed.ByErika Marie2.7K Views
- NewsMoneybagg Yo Celebrates His Birthday With "Blow" SingleHe describes his new single as a "party, birthday club vibe."ByErika Marie12.2K Views
- CrimeChaka Zulu Case: Video Shows Ludacris's Manager Was Jumped Before Firing ShotsZulu was attacked before he pulled out a gun and killed one of his assailants. He has been charged with murder but claims self-defense.ByErika Marie3.9K Views
- Pop CultureTiffany Haddish Says She "Lost Everything" Because Of Molestation LawsuitWhen asked about Aries Spears, she simply stated, "I don't talk to him."ByErika Marie17.7K Views
- Hip-Hop HistoryYoung Guru Recalls Memphis Bleek Passing On Black Rob's Classic "Whoa" BeatHe says Bleek tried to do the same to another beat but the second time around, Guru was able to convince him.ByErika Marie5.3K Views
- MusicBoosie Badazz Would Let His Friends Leave Gang For Fear They Would RatWhile speaking on Quando Rondo laying his flags down, Boosie presented a hypothetical situation.ByErika Marie22.3K Views
- MusicDDG Shares "It's Not Me It's You" Tracklist Ft. Gunna, Kevin Gates, Polo G & MoreNew heat from DDG arrives next week.ByErika Marie5.0K Views
- CrimeHouston Rapper Da Breadman Sentenced To 23 Years For Drug Trafficking: ReportA judge condemned the rapper, saying he played a dangerous game and lost.ByErika Marie5.3K Views
- GossipDiplo Awarded Over $1.2 Mil In Ruling Against Sexual Assault Accuser: ReportThe DJ and his accuser filed lawsuits and restraining orders against one another.ByErika Marie2.9K Views
- RelationshipsAri Lennox Jokes About The Traumas Of Dating "Struggle Rappers"The singer says these days, she's just looking for someone with a kind heart.ByErika Marie3.1K Views
- MusicLil Baby Dodges Questions About Partying In Vegas Prior To Canceling Festival AppearanceFans at Breakout Festival rioted after learning he pulled out at the last minute.ByErika Marie4.3K Views
- Pop CultureAries Spears Says "The Essence Of R&B Is Dead" Because Songs Are Too Vulgar NowThe comedian claims that romance is missing from the genre.ByErika Marie2.8K Views
- Pop CultureLeVar Burton Takes Issue With Kanye West's Comment About Never Reading A BookThe "Reading Rainbow" icon brought up the mogul's English professor mother, Donda West, and his new school, Donda Academy.ByErika Marie3.9K Views
- Pop CultureDJ Envy Talks Moving With Protection When Wearing Jewelry In Wake Of PnB Rock's MurderLike many others in Hip Hop, Envy is tired of the "senseless" violence over "a piece of metal, a piece of jewelry, over a diamond or a watch."ByErika Marie2.7K Views
- Pop CultureOmarion Compares Brother O'Ryan's Nudes To Women Posting Thirst TrapsO'Ryan, who is also the father of Jhené Aiko's daughter, went viral months ago after his naked jumping jacks video surfaced.ByErika Marie3.6K Views
- MusicKid Cudi Is Writing A Memoir: "All Real, All Honest"The rapper believes this will give audiences insight into his more troublesome times.ByErika Marie894 Views
- GossipTiffany Haddish & Aries Spears Lawsuit Dismissed, Accuser Issues Statement: ReportThis all occurred just one day after news was shared that they'd settled out of court.ByErika Marie29.8K Views