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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MusicAnderson .Paak returns with the second season of his Apple Music 1 radio show and among his first guests is "Jaguar II" hitmaker Victoria Monét.ByErika MarieJanuary 10, 2024577 Views
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MusicEXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Queen Naiija is back with her incredible new mixtape, "After the Butterflies." Queen sat down with us to talk about her putting her relationship in her music, becoming comfortable in her solitude, her fire collaborations, and why she's always been a "regular-degular-schmegular girl."ByErika MarieNovember 28, 20232.0K Views
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TVEXCLUSIVE INTERVIVEW: Mehgan James has returned to reality television as a veteran—but she's more than just unscripted TV. We spoke with her about "Basketball Wives Orlando," her hit podcast "The Hollywood Group Chat," her "Good Head" manifestation book, and much more. ByErika MarieOctober 25, 20232.3K Views
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MusicWith his sophomore album on the horizon, Offset gives insight into "Set It Off" and why he's approaching this era like a new artist.ByErika MarieOctober 12, 2023713 Views
MusicBig Boi and André 3000's "Speakerboxxx/The Love Below" changed the way Hip Hop viewed collaborative albums—and no one could duplicate Outkast's eclectic delivery. ByErika MarieOctober 09, 20231377 Views
MusicEmaza Gibson, formerly of the group Ceraadi, is suing Jason Derulo, citing several instances of alleged sexual harassment.ByErika MarieOctober 05, 20233.7K Views
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