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.
- MusicDrake Trolls Kendrick: Disses & Drama In Hip-Hop’s Top FeudNever a dull moment in this beef.ByErika Marie10.8K Views
- MusicJaguar Wright Challenged: The Big Names Branding Her A LiarByErika Marie6.2K Views
- MusicJaguar Wright’s Disturbing Allegations Against Diddy: Freak-Offs, Sex Tapes, & MoreByErika Marie6.1K Views
- MusicDiddy's (Alleged) Dirty Deeds: Sinister Stories & Scandals Throughout The YearsFor decades, Diddy has faced rumors, allegations, and scandals. Some are more known than others, but they all placed him in infamy.ByErika Marie9.1K Views
- SportsKendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Stage Stirs Storm Of Controversy Over Lil WayneThere's plenty of chatter about Kendrick Lamar headlining Halftime in Nola, sparking fiery debates & speculation about Lil Wayne.ByErika Marie6.0K Views
- MusicIce Spice Uproar: 5 Controversies Cranking Up Drama For The RapperFrom her blowouts with Cleotrapa and Baby Storme to accusations of copyright infringement for "In Ha Mood," Ice Spice has faced some issues.ByErika Marie4.8K Views
- MusicBig Sean Talks "Better Me Than You" & Why He's No Longer Trying To Prove Himself"Better Me Than You" is Big Sean's sixth studio album, & he chatted about his motivation, having fun, and his upcoming book.ByErika Marie1229 Views
- PoliticsDonald Trump's Sour Note: 14 Artists Who've Banned Their Music From His CampaignsTrump has his fair share of musicians who support him, but this list of artists don't want anything to do with the former president.ByErika Marie1.9K Views
- CrimeChrisean Rock's Legal Drama: How An Assault & Drug Charge Landed Her In JailThe "Baddies" star began her journey as a promising track star in college. After meeting Blueface, her world took a drastic turn.ByErika Marie7.9K Views
- SportsEx-NFL Player Cierre Wood Sentenced For Child's Murder: Breaking Down The Brutal CaseCierre Wood & girlfriend Amy Taylor were hit with life sentences for child abuse and the murder of five-year-old La'Rayah Davis, who died a tragic death.ByErika Marie1.9K Views
- SportsRaygun’s Olympics Flop: The Scandal Behind The Breakdancer Accused Of MisconductBreakdancer Rachael Gunn scored zero points at the Paris Olympics, leading to a Change.org petition accusing her of cheating her way in.ByErika Marie18.1K Views
- MusicHip Hop Hiatus: Artists Who (Temporarily) Stepped Back From Successful CareersThe industry can be both challenging and demanding, forcing some of our favorite artists to retreat from the spotlight.ByErika Marie1335 Views
- Pop CultureAll About "Tusi": The New Dangerous Drug Connected To Diddy's LawsuitDesigner drug "Tusi" or "Pink Cocaine" has become the new trend, even being named in a lawsuit again Diddy. What is it exactly?ByErika Marie63.1K Views
- RelationshipsKehlani's Ex Sues Singer Over Daughter: Breaking Down The Alarming Cult AllegationsIn an explosive lawsuit, Javaughn Young-White is accusing Kehlani of raising their daughter in a cult run by an alleged sexual assault abuser.ByErika Marie3.3K Views
- SportsSnoop Dogg Is Paris 2024 Olympics Gold: His Best Hilarious & Heartwarming MomentsAs the correspondent for NBC, Snoop Dogg has taken over the Paris 2024 Olympics, stealing more attention than the Games, themselves.ByErika Marie2.4K Views
- PoliticsSonya Massey's Killer Sean Grayson Should Have Never Been A Cop: 11 Reasons WhySean Grayson had a history of disciplinary issues, DUIs, and was accused of "abusing his power" before killing Sonya Massey.ByErika Marie1220 Views
- PoliticsPolice Killed Sonya Massey's 4-Year-Old Cousin Terrell Miller In March: What We KnowTerrell Miller was used as a human shield, police stated, during a standoff with a man who reportedly stabbed the boy's mother.
ByErika Marie18.0K Views - TV50 Reasons Why The Culture Needs "The Boondocks" Right Now: 26-50We're back with Part II of our series, listing pop culture moments in recent years that we would love to see on "The Boondocks," should it ever return.ByErika Marie1.5K Views
- TV50 Reasons Why The Culture Needs "The Boondocks" Right Now: 1-25"The Boondocks" is known for its amusing, animated commentary on all things controversial. Here's why the culture needs its return immediately.ByErika Marie3.8K Views
- Pop CultureAmber Rose Vs. Trump: Contradictions On Issues Like BLM, Women's Rights, & LGBTQIA+She is now backing Donald Trump's reelection, but her previous stances on policies and talking points strikingly differ from the former President's views on the same issues.ByErika Marie1181 Views
- PoliticsThomas Matthew Crooks: Everything You Need To Know About The Trump Rally ShooterLearn all about "loner" Thomas Matthew Crooks, the Pennsylvania man who fired shots at a Trump rally, injuring 3—including the former President—and killing one.ByErika Marie10.2K Views
- SportsSha'Carri Richardson Graces "Vogue": Paris 2024 Olympics, Beyoncé, & Never Giving UpSha'Carri Richardson graces the cover of "Vogue," chatting about her journey, the strength of her Big Momma who raised her, & aspirations for the Paris Olympics 2024.ByErika Marie1116 Views
- MusicLil Yachty & James Blake Talk Joint Album "Bad Cameo" With Zane LoweThe two hitmakers have collided their talents & detail how it inspired some of the best songwriting of their careers.ByErika Marie683 Views
- SongsBig Boss Vette Isn't Looking For Love On "Ice Me""Pretty Girls Walk" hitmaker Big Boss Vette is back and letting it be known what she wants from a man on "Ice Me."ByErika Marie860 Views
- SongsBlu Recalls His "Lost Angel" Days On Evidence-Produced SingleHip Hop legends collide on "Lost Angel," as Blu gets candid about rebuilding his life over an undeniable Evidence production.ByErika Marie1386 Views
- SongsDeante' Hitchcock Explains Living Life "On The Edge"Back with another banger, Deante' Hitchcock gets introspective in his latest single, "On The Edge."ByErika Marie870 Views
- SongsNe-Yo Makes Apologies To His Lady On "2 Million Secrets" SingleNow an independent artist, Ne-Yo is back with his latest single "2 Million Secrets"—and he's not holding back in getting personal.ByErika Marie2.5K Views
- MusicEve Gets Candid About Life & Career In "Who's That Girl" MemoirPhiladelphia Rap icon Eve is opening up, this time shifting from music to penning about stories of her life and career in her memoir, "Who's That Girl?"ByErika Marie737 Views
- SportsUsher Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show Press Conference: 7 TakeawaysUsher is taking to the Super Bowl stage for an epic halftime performance, and he sat down with Apple Music to make some "confessions."ByErika Marie656 Views
- SongsFoggieraw Is Shooting For The Stars On New "Destiny" SingleRising artist Foggieraw has been cosigned by several famous peers. Now, he's back with another single where he steps into his greatness.ByErika Marie771 Views