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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- MusicChris Brown & Chlöe Encourage One Another Amid BacklashThe two have taken hits from fans after announcing their collab, "How Does It Feel."ByErika Marie1.6K Views
- MusicNipsey Hussle's Killer Eric Holder Sentenced To 60 Years To LifeHolder reportedly stared straight ahead when the sentence was being read in court. ByErika Marie4.2K Views
- MusicSZA Explains Frustrations With TDE Early In Her CareerShe loves that the label let her execute creative freedom, but she recalled reminding them about hair, makeup, and publication coverage.ByErika Marie1.9K Views
- GramTommie Lee's IG Removed Following Comments About Chris Brown & His SonShe let it be known she wouldn't let anyone run her off the internet.ByErika Marie5.9K Views
- MusicIce Spice's Looks Mocked By The 1975 Singer Matt Healy, Yungblud Defends HerOn a podcast, Healy & the hosts said: "She's like an Inuit Spice Girl" and "This chubby Chinese lady." Then, they made fun of people's accents.ByErika Marie12.7K Views
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- Pop CultureTommie Lee Calls Out Chris Brown's BM: "F*ck Your Baby & His Daddy, Too"Tommie was with Natalie Nunn in London at Chris's concert backstage when an incident allegedly occurred with Ammika Harris.ByErika Marie43.0K Views
- MusicKodak Black Won't Collab With Drake Because Released "Her Loss" With 21 SavageKodak suggests he and Drake were working ona joint project but instead, Drizzy dropped one with 21.ByErika Marie48.0K Views
- MusicPooh Shiesty Posts From Jail, Boasts About Status, Money: "Jay-Z Can't Even Relate"Shiesty was sentenced to five years in prison and he's offered a puzzling update from behind bars, including new photos.ByErika Marie12.6K Views
- Pop CultureWill Smith Jokes About What His Oscar Thinks Of HimThe acclaimed actor was able to poke fun at his unfortunate moment.ByErika Marie2.2K Views
- MusicIce-T Says Lil Wayne Was Supposed To Perform For Grammy's Hip Hop 50th TributeHe also claimed that Future was scheduled to perform, as well.ByErika Marie6.0K Views
- MusicDiddy's Love Records Announces Jozzy's New EP "'Songs For Women, Free Game For N*ggas'The project marks the official debut release for Puff's new label, Love Records.ByErika Marie1310 Views
- SportsCam'ron & Mase Laugh About Larsa Pippen's Son Scotty Joining Her Ex Malik Beasley With The LakersCam hinks the team should have "done their due diligence."ByErika Marie5.2K Views
- Pop CultureJess Hilarious Claims Master P Owes Her $15K: "That Man Will Talk A Good Game"Jess says she's still owed for scene in "I Got the Hook Up."ByErika Marie4.7K Views
- RelationshipsDamson Idris Speaks On Lori Harvey Romance: "Keep It As Normal As Possible"It's all about blocking out negativity and keeping things real for Damson and Lori.ByErika Marie1.6K Views
- Pop CultureDa Brat Pregnant With First Child At 48A Baby Brat-tat-tat-tat is on the way!ByErika Marie4.3K Views
- Pop CultureNicki Minaj Is Living Her Best Life At CarnivalFans captured Nicki partying up in Trinidad and Tobago.ByErika Marie7.0K Views
- TechMeta Announces Verified Subscription To Fight Against Frauds & ScamsMark Zuckerberg laid out what subscribers get with their monthly fee.ByErika Marie1368 Views
- Pop CultureFilm Icon Richard Gere Recovering From PneumoniaGere was reportedly on vacation when he checked himself into a hospital.ByErika Marie482 Views
- GramUncle Murda Responds To Trick Daddy Calling Him A "Clown," 50 Cent Chimes InTrick previously called out Murda for his "disrespectful" lyrics in his "Rap Up" series.ByErika Marie14.0K Views