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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- Pop CultureHotNewHipHop's October Halloween Horror Movie CountdownFrom blockbusters like "Us" to the more classics like "Leprechaun in the Hood," HNHH has your Halloween Hip Hop horror movie guide locked in.ByErika Marie2.9K Views
- Music"The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill" Turns 25: A Hip Hop ClassicMarking a majestic two and a half decades, "The Miseducation" remains an unparalleled Hip Hop masterpiece.ByErika Marie581 Views
- MusicThe Notorious B.I.G.'s Debut "Ready To Die" Turns 29Marking 29 years since The Notorious B.I.G. released his official introduction, an album that reshaped Hip Hop.ByErika Marie533 Views
- MusicIrish Grinstead: Remembering The R&B Queen Of 702Illuminate the artistry of Irish Grinstead: 702, the unforgettable hits that defined an era, & a legacy that lingers in R&B.ByErika Marie379 Views
- MusicRemembering Tupac Shakur On The Anniversary Of His DeathCommemorating Tupac Shakur 27 years later: looking back at his music, activism, and the legacy that resonates across generations.ByErika Marie1232 Views
- TV2023 MTV VMAs Red Carpet: Nicki Minaj, Yung Miami, Megan Thee Stallion & MoreThe 2023 MTV VMAs has been hailed as one of the best in recent years. Here's a look at some of the most talked about looks of the night!ByErika Marie1.5K Views
- MusicGym Class Heroes "As Cruel As School Children" Turns 17In 2006, "As Cruel As School Children," arrived. We're revisiting the genre-blending project and its impact on Rap, Rock, and Pop. See what GCH guitarist Disashi Lumumba-Kasongo told us about the record as he reflected on its 17th anniversary.ByErika Marie823 Views
- TVSupa Cindy: Media Maven & Latest Star Of "Love & Hip Hop Miami"Supa Cindy is known as the Voice of Miami, and now the famed radio host has joined "LHHMia" with a vision of unity for women in Hip Hop.ByErika Marie1434 Views
- MusicMondaii Talks Making Feel Good Music, Writing For K. Michelle, And Being Mentored By Jimmy Jam & Terry LewisExclusive Interview: Emerging artist Mondaii's story is one of serendipitous circumstances that have led the rapper to living out his dream. The rising star talks about huge moments in his career and why authenticity is at the heart of all he does.ByErika Marie1227 Views
- MusicRah Digga & Mickey Factz Talk Hip Hop Academy Pendulum Ink: Lyricism, Mental Health, & Preserving The CultureExclusive Interview: Rap icon Mickey Factz co-founded Hip Hop academy Pendulum Ink, a lyricism-centered school that teaches about mental wellness, criminology, financial literacy, as well as performance and content creation. Rah Digga joins as a guest lecturer, and these two legends spoke openly about investing in the Hip Hop's future, artists taking back the culture, and looking out for our OGs. ByErika Marie1351 Views
- MusicLadies First: Cheryl "Salt" James Talks Hip Hop's 50th & What She Wants To See From Future FemceesExclusive: Rap royalty Cheryl "Salt" James from Salt-N-Pepa helped revolutionize women's voices in the culture. She spoke with us about women like Sparky Dee and MC Lyte who have always been supportive, and shared advice about not letting the industry become a trap.ByErika Marie1191 Views
- MusicAmy Luciani Is On Her Grind: Talks "Love & Hip Hop," JT Dream Collab, & Rick Ross Co-SignExclusive Interview: Amy Luciani may be the newest member of "Love & Hip Hop ATL," but she's been working on her career for almost a decade. The 313 femcee is making her mark as more than just a pretty face. Learn all about the independent star who isn't afraid of a little—or a lot!—of hard work to reach success.ByErika Marie1279 Views
- SongsThat Chick Angel, CasaDi, & Steve Terrell's TikTok Hit "One Margarita" Gets Remixed By Saucy SantanaThe "margarita song" is all the craze on social media after Angel Moore turned bigoted pastor's condemnation into a twerking party jam. ByErika Marie1.5K Views
- MusicThat Mexican OT's Southern Trap Shines On "Lonestar Luchador"OT (Outta Texas) delivers a charming Southern style partnered with his own Bay City flow that makes "Lonestar Luchador" a must-listen.ByErika Marie2.7K Views
- MusicIce Spice's Zane Lowe Takeaways: Drake, Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj & MoreIce Spice is the new "It" girl on the Bronx block who has been tearing up the charts. Check some few highlights from her Zane Lowe interview on Apple Music 1.ByErika Marie863 Views
- MusicCypress Hill: Smoky Origins Of "Black Sunday"Relive Cypress Hill's monumental "Black Sunday," the revolutionary Hip Hop album that is still impactful 30 years later.ByErika Marie471 Views
- MusicLil Uzi Vert Tour 2023: Dates, Tickets & MoreCatch the wave of Lil Uzi Vert's electrifying Pink Tape Tour following the release of their third studio album.ByErika Marie493 Views
- MusicTrippie Redd Tour 2023: Tickets, Dates & MoreGet details on the Take Me Away Tour as Trippie Redd prepares to trek across North America for 24 dates this Fall.ByErika Marie721 Views
- MusicJoell Ortiz: Resilience & Rhyme In MusicJoell Ortiz's journey from gritty Brooklyn streets to Hip Hop's spotlight with Slaughterhouse & beyond. Wordsmith. Storyteller.ByErika Marie755 Views
- MusicAlicia Keys Tour 2023: Dates, Tickets & MoreWitness the musical tour de force that is Alicia Keys on her must-see, anticipated Keys to the Summer Tour in 2023.ByErika Marie613 Views
- MusicDoja Cat 2023 Tour: Dates, Tickets & MoreDoja Cat is hitting the road in 2023 with Ice Spice and Doechii. Check out where the tour stops and how to purchase tickets, here.ByErika Marie1.7K Views
- MusicH.E.R. 2023 Festival: Dates, Tickets, Artists & MoreH.E.R. returns for her third year of her Light On Festival, hosted in the Bay Area. Here's everything you need to know aboutByErika Marie399 Views
- MusicCoco Jones 2023 Tour: Dates, Tickets & MoreHere's everything you need to know about Coco Jones's What I Didn't Tell You Tour, including information about the dates and her opening act.ByErika Marie502 Views