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.
- PoliticsLil Durk Flaunts "Neighborhood Hero" Status After Meeting With Chicago's Mayoral CandidatesDurk's Neighborhood Hero Foundation invited 30 students to meet with the candidates to discuss the city's future.ByErika Marie1352 Views
- MusicRemy Ma Isn't Bothered By Pushback Over Not Thinking Of Doja Cat As A RapperRemy claims she thought she was giving Doja a compliment, but regardless of the backlash, "I said what I said."ByErika Marie1.9K Views
- MusicFat Joe Asks Why Big L Was Excluded From Top 50 GOAT Rappers List"I know they could rap, I know they could spit," Joe said of some of Billboard & Vibe's choices. "But some of these guys on here don't got no hits!"ByErika Marie2.4K Views
- MusicXXXTentacion Case: Woman Who Rented Killer's Car Says Defendant Apologized To HerAfter using the vehicle in the rapper's murder, the woman claims one of the men apologized for getting her "caught up."ByErika Marie6.5K Views
- SportsEx-Lakers Star Trevor Ariza's Wife Asks For Restraining Order, Alleges AbuseIn court documents, Bree Anderson included photos showing her with two black eyes.ByErika Marie3.7K Views
- RelationshipsCasanova Spoils Wife From Behind Bars For Valentine's DayIt looks like Casanova got his wife a brand new whip.ByErika Marie4.8K Views
- MusicJermaine Dupri Explains Why Hip Hop Needs HelpThe megaproducer believes the subject matter has become "narrow-minded."ByErika Marie3.3K Views
- RelationshipsLori Harvey & Damson Idris Cuddle & Kiss At Valentine's Day DinnerDamson looks like a man in love.ByErika Marie18.8K Views
- MusicKanye West Documentary & Podcast Being Developed By The BBCThe documentary is tentatively titled, "We Need to Talk About Kanye."ByErika Marie1.6K Views
- Pop CultureRemy Ma Reacts To Mike Tyson Admitting Offering Her A Car For SexThe public saw it as a funny story, but Remy recalls be "scared" in the moment.ByErika Marie21.5K Views
- Pop CultureKanye West & Bianca Censori Spend Valentine's Day With Russell SimmonsThe group were in L.A. and caught a movie in Hollywood.ByErika Marie5.4K Views
- MusicRihanna Explains Agreeing To Super Bowl After Rejecting Invitation For KaepernickShe rejected a previous offer because she was kneeling in solidarity with Colin Kaepernick, but now, Ri explains why she had a change of heart.ByErika Marie3.9K Views
- MusicSpike Lee Calls Beyoncé's Grammy AOTY Loss "Straight-Up Bullsh*t"“I’m not the male president of the Bey Hive, but I love and support Beyoncé," says the film icon.ByErika Marie813 Views
- MusicVic Mensa Explains Why He Got Upset With Akademiks: "Parasitic Platform"In 2017, Mensa confronted Akademiks about his coverage of violence in Chicago's music scene.ByErika Marie3.3K Views
- GramChlöe Declares Single Status In Valentine's Day Thirst TrapDespite Gunna dating rumors, Chlöe lets the world know she's single and ready to mingle in a sexy pink 'fit.ByErika Marie37.4K Views
- RandomBusta Rhymes Throws Drink At Woman Who Grabbed His Butt, She RespondsHe was walking with his team and the woman crept up behind him.ByErika Marie18.7K Views
- MusicJodeci Fans Rally Support For JoJo After Video Of Performance SurfacesFans are sending kind words, well wishes, and prayers to the music icon.ByErika Marie95.2K Views
- Pop CultureAcademy President Calls Will Smith Slap "Unacceptable," Response Was "Inadequate"Ahead of this year's ceremony, Janet Yang says the Academy gave an "inadequate" response to the incident & the scandal that followed.ByErika Marie1061 Views
- MusicDawn Richard Claims Diddy Didn't Think Danity Kane Could Outsell CassieShe says Bad Boy was unprepared for their success and the group had to sew their own costumes from Forever 21 fashions.ByErika Marie5.1K Views
- MusicLil Yachty Talks Being "So Close" With Drake & Explains New All Girl Band"At this point, I feel so close to him. I feel like whatever he does, I did it. If he wins something, I feel like I just won," says Yachty.ByErika Marie4.5K Views
- MusicBow Wow & Swae Lee React To Being Left Off 'Top 50 Greatest Rappers Of All Time' ListThe two artists have vastly different reactions to being excluded from Billboard & Vibe's controversial GOAT list.ByErika Marie5.7K Views
- MusicBiggie Wasn't Killed In A Drive-By, Says Ex-BodyguardGene Deal believes Biggie's murderer was waiting on him.ByErika Marie5.1K Views
- Pop CultureIggy Azalea Accuses Playboi Carti Of "Serial Abuse Of Women"Carti was arrested following an incident where he allegedly choked his pregnant girlfriend.ByErika Marie5.8K Views
- Pop CultureJulia Fox Almost Killed Drug Dealer After Friend OverdosedShe says she took her late friend's gun and stalked the dealer's neighborhood waiting for an opportunity.ByErika Marie6.2K Views