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.
- MusicSean Kingston Talks "Road To Deliverance," Teaching Younger Artists The Game, & Deserving His FlowersExclusive Interview: On the heels of "Beautiful Girls" reaching 1 billion YouTube views, the singer returns with a Reggae-Pop album and talks "teaching the game" to artists like Travis Scott, Lil Tjay, and NoCap.ByErika Marie3.3K Views
- MusicDiddy Previews "Gotta Move On (Remix)" Featuring Yung MiamiYung Miami responded to the clip as she noticed "papi" was smiling when her verse started.ByErika Marie14.8K Views
- MusicQuavo Raps If It Weren't For Him, "It Probably Wouldn't Be QC"While previewing bars from "Only Built For Infinity Links," the rapper said you can't let "ego" or "money" divide the team.ByErika Marie36.0K Views
- GramToya Johnson's Fiancé Uses Will Smith Oscars Clip To Respond To MemphitzHer ex-husband uploaded photos of them together during better times and Toya's fiancé wasn't having it.ByErika Marie41.7K Views
- RelationshipsFans Think Kehlani & 070 Shake Have Broken UpThe two were just celebrating Shake's birthday with sweet messages over the summer.ByErika Marie18.7K Views
- Music2022 BET Hip Hop Awards Red Carpet Round-Up: Lil Kim, French Montana, GloRilla & MoreIt's a huge night for Hip Hop as our favorite artists & celebs take over the ATL.ByErika Marie11.8K Views
- CrimeLil Zay Osama Arrested After Leaving Gun In An Uber: ReportThe driver called the police after finding the firearm after dropping the rapper off.ByErika Marie4.8K Views
- GramKodak Black Upsets Public With PnB Rock Chicken & Waffles TributeHe wanted to show love but was accused of being insensitive.ByErika Marie27.9K Views
- GramKim Kardashian Advocates For Gunna's ReleaseThe rapper is hoping to be granted release in a 3rd bond hearing & he has Kim's full support.ByErika Marie8.2K Views
- MusicFat Joe Knew About Rihanna Super Bowl Halftime News "For Months"He calls her upcoming appearance at the Super Bowl "legendary" while also speaking about hosting the BET Hip Hop Awards.ByErika Marie4.4K Views
- MixtapesTory Lanez Returns With "Sorry 4 What"Amid controversies, Lanez delivers a 20-track project.ByErika Marie20.3K Views
- SongsRoddy Ricch Arrives With "Stop Breathing" SingleThe hitmaker is readying "Feed Tha Streets III."ByErika Marie11.5K Views
- MixtapesFreddie Gibbs Drops "$oul $old $eparately" Ft. Pusha T, Rick Ross, Moneybagg Yo & MoreThe celebrated rapper returns with a fire project.ByErika Marie10.5K Views
- MixtapesSean Kingston Gives Up Reggae-Pop Vibes On "Road To Deliverance"This album arrives amid news that his hit song "Beautiful Girls" passed 1 billion YouTube streams.ByErika Marie4.7K Views
- GramChris Brown's "Stalker" Ran Truck Over A TeslaThe singer shared a photo of the insane scene.ByErika Marie7.8K Views
- CrimeC Blu Arrested Again After Beating Cop Shooting Case: ReportEarlier this year, the teen Drill rapper allegedly shot a cop during a scuffle, but the charges were dismissed.ByErika Marie2.2K Views
- MusicLatto Faces Backlash Over Answer She Gave To Kid InterviewerShe was asked about her personal style and said it was a "sexually liberated woman."ByErika Marie22.0K Views
- Pop CulturePornhub Asks IG Why Kim Kardashian Can Show Her "Exposed Ass" But They Get BannedThey have been permanently banned from Instagram and penned a letter to Meta, IG, and anyone else involved.ByErika Marie6.9K Views
- MusicGucci Mane Regrets Insults During "Verzuz" with JeezyByErika Marie7.9K Views
- TVDaniLeigh Says She Saw Texts Between B. Simone & DaBabyThe singer was accused of demanding that B. be removed from her Wild 'n Out episode, but she thinks people are making too much of it.ByErika Marie77.0K Views
- Pop CultureKanye West Changes IG Profile Picture To Kris JennerKris is taking hits from all sides these days but hasn't said a peep.ByErika Marie8.5K Views
- MusicCardi B Says Everyone Owes PnB Rock's GF An Apology After New Details EmergeTwo people have been arrested & another has yet to be located.ByErika Marie6.8K Views
- RandomKalan.FrFr Hosts "TwoFr Day," Donates $20K To Compton School DistrictFor the 4th year, the Roc Nation artist hosted an event with a concert, free food, & a giveaway to the community.ByErika Marie1305 Views
- Pop CultureTeddy Riley Says Soulja Boy Owes Daughter Nia Riley An Apology: "We Had An Altercation"Nia previously alleged that she endured abuse in her relationship with the rapper and her father is sharing his feelings about it.ByErika Marie22.3K Views