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.
- Pop CultureTakeoff & Quavo Explain Viral Migos Moment With Joe BuddenIn 2017, we couldn't escape memes about that tense BET Awards moment between Migos, Joe Budden, & DJ Akademiks.ByErika Marie22.7K Views
- Pop CultureKanye West Dropped By CAA As Doc Gets Shelved: ReportNo only has Creative Arts Agency cut ties with Ye, but a documentary about the rapper has been axed amid his latest scandal.ByErika Marie3.2K Views
- Pop CultureComedy Legend Leslie Jordan Passes Away At 67: ReportHe reportedly suffered a medical emergency while driving in Los Angeles.ByErika Marie1.8K Views
- Pop CultureKim & Khloé Kardashian, Kris Jenner Condemn Anti-SemitismBoy George called out Kim for not speaking out on Ye's comments. ByErika Marie2.0K Views
- Pop CultureCandace Owens Threatens To Sue George Floyd's FamilyAfter Floyd's loved ones sued Ye, Candace called it "frivolous" and teased that she should sue them for causing her "distress.ByErika Marie257.8K Views
- MusicJeezy Addresses Critics Of Verzuz With Gucci ManeHe believes people have the right to feel upset but suggested that there was much more that people didn't know about.ByErika Marie41.9K Views
- Pop CultureJoe Budden Rips Noreaga & Revolt Over Kanye's "Drink Champs" AppearanceBudden said that he loves Nore, but he couldn't believe that Revolt went forward with Ye's interview.ByErika Marie23.3K Views
- MusicAkon Claims Plies Jacked "I Wanna Love You" From Trick DaddyHe sent the track via email & it was intercepted by Plies, who dropped his version. The official release featured Snoop.ByErika Marie5.5K Views
- MusicLatto & Flo Milli Think It's Important For Women In Rap To Encourage One AnotherIn a culture that often celebrates beefs, Latto and Flo are hoping for more unity and support.ByErika Marie4.2K Views
- MixtapesFridayy Delivers Debut EP "Lost In Melody" Ft. VoryHe says he wants to introduce himself to the world sonically "from a place of honesty."ByErika Marie6.1K Views
- MusicFivio Foreign Explains Why Halftime Show Was DisastrousByErika Marie5.9K Views
- GramChance The Rapper's Wife Clears Up Twitter Porn "Like" ControversyByErika Marie12.5K Views
- Pop CultureTrevor Noah Refutes Claims He Has Beef With Kanye WestSomeone asked him about his "beef" with the rapper and Trevor says he's too concerned with Ye's well-being to have tension with him.ByErika Marie2.1K Views
- CrimeSpinabenz Found Not Guilty In Gun Possession Case: ReportHe dodged a potential 30 year sentence, but still faces charges for allegedly removing his ankle monitor.ByErika Marie2.1K Views
- MusicLil Baby Calls Young Thug A "Personal Friend," Not Just An Industry RelationshipBaby admits that Thugger's incarceration hits different for him.ByErika Marie6.5K Views
- SongsRevisit Snoop Dogg's "Who Am I (What's My Name)" In Honor Of His BirthdayWe're highlighting the Long Beach icon's 1993 debut solo single in celebration of his 51st birthday.ByErika Marie4.8K Views
- Pop CultureKodak Black Wants "Uncle Trump" As President, Not KanyeHe called Ye "batsh*t crazy" and said that he wants Trump in office "forever."ByErika Marie5.7K Views
- MusicJ.I.D Claims Rich Homie Quan Tried Signing Him & EarthGang, Calls Deal "Disgusting"ByErika Marie11.7K Views
- GramTalib Kweli Checks Kanye For Taking Advantage Of NoreagaThe Black Star icon wasn't happy with the display and penned a message about Ye's antics & why he isn't a "good friend" to Nore.ByErika Marie53.3K Views
- MusicBeyoncé, Mary J. Blige, & Ari Lennox Lead Soul Train Awards NominationsOther nominees include Muni Long, Lizzo, Silk Sonic, Diddy, Tank, DJ Khaled, Chris Brown, Chlöe, SZA, and many more.ByErika Marie1488 Views
- Pop CultureFetty Wap Speaks From Jail: "Never Bent, Never Fold"After entering a guilty plea in his drug trafficking case, Fetty faces a minimum five years in prison.ByErika Marie6.3K Views
- Pop CultureLupita Nyong'o Expected To Become A Meme After Will Smith & Chris Rock's Oscars SlapThe "Black Panther" star knew she was in the camera's shot during the tense moment earlier this year.ByErika Marie6.9K Views
- RelationshipsDDG Rips Amanda Seales For Saying Halle Bailey Should Break Up With HimHe questioned why she would care enough to get online to speak about "a young relationship" at her "big age."ByErika Marie15.6K Views
- Pop CultureJada Pinkett Smith Apologized To Will Smith's First Wife ShereeSheree recalls Jada apologizing for being "in the picture too soon."ByErika Marie4.4K Views