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.
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- MusicLil Yachty Calls Chief Keef Top 10 Most Influential, Names Drake, Nicki, Wayne & MoreA clip of Charlamagne and G Herbo discussing Keef surfaced and Yachty chimed in with his top influential picks.ByErika Marie6.2K Views
- MusicT.I. Names His Top 5 Most Influential ATL Rap AlbumsOn "Fresh Pair," Tip picks some STL heavy hitters for his Top 5 list that is sure to stir up a few discussions.ByErika Marie8.4K Views
- SportsChanning Crowder Says Russell Wilson Is "What You Want Your Son To Be"He's had quite a bit to say about the "square" Broncos quarterback, but Channing insists he thinks Russell is an "amazing person."ByErika Marie4.5K Views
- MusicPusha T Reflects On Working With Kanye On "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy"He called it "very trial and error" while also discussing rappers feeling like they "age out" of the game.ByErika Marie3.9K Views
- SongsRobert Glasper Shares "Therapy Pt. 2" Ft. Mac MillerByErika Marie5.6K Views
- MixtapesPasshon Blazes Through "GMB Season" ProjectThe independent rapper stands alone on this 7-track project.ByErika Marie2.0K Views
- MusicLauryn Hill Teases 25th Anniversary "Miseducation" Surprise"The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" is still hailed as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time.ByErika Marie2.9K Views
- SportsLeBron's Son Bronny James Inks Nike NIL Deal With 5 Other AthletesBig moves are being made for the 18-year-old Sierra Canyon standout as fans speculate about what's next for his future in basketball.ByErika Marie3.4K Views
- MusicLil Baby Reveals "It's Only Me" Tracklist Ft. Young Thug, Future, Pooh Shiesty & MoreOn the heels of the release of his new single "Heyy," Baby shares his 23-song tracklist for his anticipated album.ByErika Marie24.3K Views
- GramTaina Williams Slams Fabolous For Allegedly Not Seeing Daughter In A YearHe penned a sweet birthday message to 2-year-old Journey, but Taina says he manipulates his sons & is "bitter."ByErika Marie14.0K Views
- Pop CultureBiggs Burke "Condemns" Kanye West's "White Lives Matter" RhetoricThe Roc-A-Fella co-founder says he loves his friend, but Ye is hurting the "families of those people that were killed."ByErika Marie2.8K Views
- MusicIce Spice Speaks On Drake Unfollowing Her On IGRegardless of who follows whom, Ice Spice says it's all love with Drizzy.ByErika Marie79.3K Views
- MusicThe Game Says He's Never Received A Beat From Dr. DreDre executive produced Game's debut "The Documentary," but hasn't given Game a beat, ever.ByErika Marie12.2K Views
- MusicJoe Budden Dubs Kendrick Lamar Top 10 Of All Time, Names His "Best Rapper Alive"Check out Budden's picks for Drake vs Pusha T and Jay-Z vs Nas.ByErika Marie10.7K Views
- GramMeek Mill Unleashes On Kanye: "Crazy & Lame"Meek entered the chat with a scathing message that shook things up as he mentioned Jack Harlow, Justin LaBoy, and Vory.ByErika Marie62.2K Views
- MixtapesAlex Vaughn Keeps It Real On R&B Project "The Hurtbook"The LVRN/Interscope "it" girl emerges with her debut project.ByErika Marie3.2K Views
- MusicTory Lanez Will EP Iggy Azalea's Next Album: "I Want To Raise The Bar"As rumors of a romance circulate, Lanez announces that he'll be executive producing Iggy's next record.ByErika Marie11.8K Views
- GramKanye & Diddy Have Heated Text Exchange: "Come Do Something Illegal To Me"Ye is waging war on his longtime friend after Diddy spoke out against "White Lives Matter."ByErika Marie41.6K Views
- Pop CultureLeslie Jones Had A Crush On Suge Knight In High SchoolThe comedian joked that prior to his Death Row Days, Suge looked like one of the DeBarges.ByErika Marie2.4K Views
- Pop CultureKanye West Explains "White Lives Matter," Anti-BLM StanceAfter stirring up controversy this week, Ye sits down for a 20-min video interview & details is ideaologies.ByErika Marie8.7K Views
- MusicBeyoncé Called "Arrogant" By Right Said Fred Over "Alien Superstar" Sample on "Renaissance"The "I'm Two Sexy" duo said Drake & Taylor Swift reached out when they sampled the song, but had choice words for Bey.ByErika Marie5.8K Views