Emily Tan is a freelance writer and photographer based in Jersey City, N.J. She been covering all things women, pop culture, music and tech since 2008. Emily has been published in the Seattle Times, AOL Music, Lemondop, CMJ, Spinner, PopEater. Currently, Emily contributes to a various places in the U.S. and U.K. including The Line of Best Fit, Idolator, Village Voice, Diffuser.fm and TheBoombox.com. contributes to various sites and publications in the U.S. and U.K. including TheBoomBox.com, Diffuser.fm, The Line of Best Fit, The 405 and Village Voice. Emily is usually on the hunt for the perfect cup of coffee, at a gig, or cycling around the city.
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Vic Mensa Bashes President Obama’s Problem-Solving Skills, Talks ‘Traffic’ Album [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
Chicago rapper Vic Mensa calls out President Obama for his reaction to the chaos in Ferguson, Mo., among other things. Find out why the 21-year-old MC is frustrated with his problem-solving skills while in office.
Michelle Obama Promotes Healthy Eating to the Sounds of Lil Jon’s ‘Turn Down For What’ [VIDEO]
Lil Jon's 'Turn Down For What' gets Michelle Obama in the mood to eat healthy.
Bobby Shmurda Closes the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards with the Shmoney Dance [VIDEO]
There's no questioning the impact of Bobby Shmurda's 'Hot N----' and the Shmoney dance. So the BK rapper brought the now viral dance and track to the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards stage on (Oct. 14).
T.I. and Young Thug Perform ‘About the Money’ at 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards [VIDEO]
With only a week left before T.I. finally drops 'Paperwork,' it only makes sense for the Atlanta rapper to perform new material at the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards.
Rappers Then & Now: Hip-Hop Style Transformations [PHOTOS]
A side by side comparison of your favorite rappers' style back in the day to how they dress now.
Tyrese Surprises Nanny With New Car [VIDEO]
If you ever wondered how stars treat their help, Tyrese proves just how much he appreciates those who work for him.
20 Singers’ Real Names Revealed
There are more than a few lauded singers with stage names so normal that you'd be surprised to find out it was all for show.
BET Hip Hop Awards 2014 Red Carpet: Best & Worst Dressed [PHOTOS]
Although the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards won't air on BET until Oct. 14, The Boombox has gathered all the best and worst looks from the red carpet.
20 Rappers’ Real Names Revealed [PHOTOS]
We reveal some of your favorite rappers' not-so-cool-sounding legal names.
Chris Brown ‘Innocent’ in Club Brawl During New York Fashion Week
Trouble seems to follow Chris Brown wherever he goes. However, this time he actually had no part in a club brawl during New York Fashion Week.
Kanye West Rushed to Hospital in Australia
Kanye West is treating fans Down Under to his elaborate stage shows as part of his Yeezus tour this week. However, things hit a major bump when the rapper was rushed to the hospital in Melbourne and had an emergency MRI done on Wednesday afternoon (Sept. 10).
Nicki Minaj Shows Two Sides of Herself on Dazed Magazine Cover
Nicki Minaj might be the strong-willed rapper who knows how to flaunt her assets as her recent video for 'Anaconda' proves, but the new cover of Dazed magazine conveys something a little different.
Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Lopez, Usher, Jennifer Hudson & More Perform at 2014 ‘Fashion Rocks’ [VIDEO]
Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, Usher and many others brought fashion and music together last night (Sept. 9) for 'Fashion Rocks.'
Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Hudson & More Attend 2014 New York Fashion Week [PHOTOS]
Find out what Rihanna, Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Hudson and more wore while taking in the sights at New York Fashion Week.
Tinashe, Ab-Soul, 2 Chainz and Drake Win Best Music of Summer 2014 Competition
Tinashe, Ab-Soul, 2 Chainz and Drake win the fan votes in the Best Music of Summer 2014 competition.
Chris Brown Talks Prison Experience, Life After Rihanna and His Mistakes in Billboard Magazine
In his Billboard cover story, Chris Brown opens up about his prison experience, life after Rihanna and his mistakes.
15 Artists That Are Older Than You Think
Here are a few rappers and singers who will make you do a double take once you find out just how old they really are. Check out 15 Artists That Are Older Than You Think.
Blu Cantrell in Police Custody for Psychological Evaluation
'Hit 'Em Up Style' singer Blu Cantrell is in police custody undergoing a psychological evaluation after she was found running through the streets of Santa Monica, Calif.
Chris Brown Pleads Guilty in Washington, DC Assault Case
After rejecting two plea deals regarding an assault charge, Chris Brown has finally plead guilty to punching a man outside of a hotel in Washington, D.C., last year.
Nas Chronicles His Journey to Fame in ‘Time Is Illmatic’ Trailer
Legendary rapper Nas has released a trailer for his highly anticipated documentary, 'Time Is Illmatic.'
Tinashe vs. Luke James — The Boombox Battle
In this week's The Boombox Battle, songs from Tinashe and Luke James compete for the win.
Prince to Release Two New Albums in September
The Purple One returns. Prince reveals details surrounding his two new albums.
Chris Brown Takes an Emotional Ride on New Song ‘X’
Chris Brown's long-awaited album, 'X,' will finally arrive in a few weeks. And just to give fans more of a taste from the upcoming LP, he just shared the title track.
T.I. Voices His Thoughts on Ferguson, Takes Part in ALS Ice Bucket Challenge [VIDEO]
T.I. has been busy on Instagram over the last few days, posting his thoughts on two of the most newsworthy events at the moment: Ferguson, Mo., and the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
Pharrell’s Famous Hat Will Be on Display in a Museum
Pharrell's hat is getting its very own exhibit at a Washington, D.C., museum.
Iggy Azalea Gets Compared to Food on Tumblr [PHOTOS]
A hilarious Tumblr puts pics of Iggy Azalea side by side with food items she "resembles."
Nico & Vinz vs. Tinashe — The Boombox Battle
In this week's The Boombox Battle, songs from Nico & Vinz and Tinashe compete for the win.
Smokey Robinson Talks Musical Influences in ‘Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever’ [EXCLUSIVE VIDEO]
Smokey Robinson opens up about his musical influences in an exclusive preview of the 'Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever' DVD.
Khloe Kardashian Understands French Montana Wants to ‘Capitalize’ on Their Relationship
Khloe Kardashian doesn't mind that her boyfriend French Montana is looking to "capitalize" on their relationship.
Wiz Khalifa’s Taylor Gang Records Signs Distribution Deal With INgrooves Music Group
Wiz Khalifa is dropping his new album, 'Blacc Hollywood,' tomorrow (Aug. 19), but he's got one big announcement to make before the project arrives.