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.
- MusicBoosie Badazz Suggests Jay-Z Isn't Musically RelevantHip Hop surely has a lot to say about this. Boosie suggests people respect Hov's hustle more than his music these days.ByErika Marie25.4K Views
- SportsRowdy Rebel Thinks He Can Beat Drake & Lil Durk In BasketballClearly confident in his basketball skills, the New York rapper challenged Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving to a hoop session this past summer.ByErika Marie2.3K Views
- MusicCoi Leray Praises Nas & 21 Savage Coming TogetherThings took a turn when 21 questioned Nas' relevancy, but the two hitmakers moved forward united, instead divided.ByErika Marie5.1K Views
- Pop CultureRita Ora Denies Being Beyoncé's "Becky With The Good Hair"She posed with a lemon bra while wearing a necklace that looked like a "J" years ago and is laying rumors to rest.ByErika Marie5.4K Views
- TechTwitter Removes COVID Misinformation WarningsMore changes are being made by Musk and not everyone is happy.ByErika Marie2.4K Views
- RelationshipsKanye West & Kim Kardashian Finally Settle Divorce: ReportThe pair have agreed upon terms related to child custody, child support, and expenses for their 4 kids.ByErika Marie6.3K Views
- MusicTDE's Reason Wants To Work With SaweetieReason chimed in on the conversation about Saweetie's album sales.ByErika Marie4.3K Views
- Pop CultureKylie Jenner Responds To Being Called Out Amid Balenciaga ScandalA TikToker's video went viral after they accused Kylie of using her children to divert attention away from Balenciaga's recent controversy.ByErika Marie4.0K Views
- Pop CultureDoja Cat Addresses People Questioning Her "Blackness"The hitmaker speaks on people claiming she didn't grow up with Black influences.ByErika Marie7.7K Views
- Original ContentKali Talks Her "Toxic" Takeover & Being Inspired By Missy Elliott, Nicki Minaj, & Aaliyah In "On The Come Up"She may be a newcomer on the scene, but Kali is already making her mark. The "Toxic Chocolate" rapper caught up with us about her "gumbo" music talents, keeping tunnel vision on her way to the top, and gave advice to other artists on their come up.ByErika Marie5.3K Views
- GramTakeoff Remembered By Brother In Emotional LetterTakeoff's little brother shared several childhood photos along with touching memories of the late rapper. ByErika Marie16.3K Views
- MusicMegan Thee Stallion Covers Forbes' "30 Under 30" Issue"I can't slow down right now," says the rapper who Forbes claims earned $13 million this year alone.ByErika Marie3.4K Views
- MusicConway Gives Advice To Young Rappers About Street LifeHe tells young stars on the rise that they need to protect the bag, protect the brand, and to create generational wealth.ByErika Marie14.3K Views
- Pop CultureAngela Yee Marks Last Week At "The Breakfast Club"As her time with the famed radio show comes to an end, Angela explains what she's going to miss the most.ByErika Marie6.2K Views
- Pop CultureBalenciaga Takes Responsibility For BDSM Kid CampaignThe brand details the controversy and explains their $25 million "reckless negligence" lawsuit.ByErika Marie2.5K Views
- Music50 Cent Compares Tupac & Eminem's Songs About Their MothersBoth Em & Pac rapped about having moms with drug abuse issues, but Fif believes this shows differing perspectives of white & Black AmericaByErika Marie26.0K Views
- StreetwearAdidas Was Concerned About Kanye West In 2018: ReportChief execs and senior staffers reportedly worried about his outbursts and "direct exposure" to employees.ByErika Marie2.4K Views
- MusicArtist Creates Stunning Nipsey Hussle Wax FigureThis one will have you doing a double take. #TheMarathonContinuesByErika Marie7.8K Views
- Pop CultureBalenciaga Bondage Shoot Defended By Parent Of Child ModelBalenciaga posed kids with teddy bears dressed in BDSM gear and included court documents from a child abuse case.ByErika Marie13.3K Views
- SportsShaunie Henderson Reacts To Shaq Saying He Ruined Their MarriageAfter Shaq admitted that he was a "d*ckhead" that ruined their marriage, Shaunie says she ready to move past questions about her ex. ByErika Marie197.2K Views
- NumbersHitmaka Speaks On Saweetie "The Single Life" Allegedly Selling 2K The First WeekHe blames A&R and believes "someone gotta get fired." Sonny Digital questions how an artist has a huge social media reach but can't break 2K.ByErika Marie102.8K Views
- SportsBrittney Griner In Prison With "Slave-Like" Conditions: ReportMusician Nadya Tolokonnikova details her experience in the Russian labor camp where the WNBA star is said to be.ByErika Marie37.4K Views
- Gossip"Squid Game" Star O Yeong-su Charged With Sexual Misconduct: ReportThe investigation was closed earlier this year but the victim's appeal resulted in the actor's indictment.ByErika Marie5.0K Views
- SportsMysonne Burns Nike Sneaker Collection In Solidarity With Kyrie IrvingNike severed ties with Kyrie amid his ongoing controversy and Mysonne is ridding himself of his sneakers in protest.ByErika Marie20.1K Views