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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Rita Ora Covers Flare Magazine
Rita Ora strikes a pose for the latest cover of Flare magazine.
Slim Thug Admits to Peeing on Himself in Hilarious Tweets
Slim Thug had a bit of an accident this week, which he shared with the world in a series of hilarious tweets.
Ab-Soul vs. Troy Ave — The Boombox Battle
In this week's The Boombox Battle, songs from Ab-Soul and Troy Ave compete for the win.
Jhene Aiko Reveals First Taste of New Album With ‘To Love and Die’
Jhene Aiko reveals 'To Love and Die,' the first song from her forthcoming album, 'Souled Out.'
Beyonce Lands HBO Concert Series ‘Beyonce: X10′
After the overall success of her HBO documentary, 'Life Is But a Dream,' last year, Beyonce is receiving another chance to be on the premium network.
Kelly Rowland Reveals Baby Bump [PHOTO]
Kelly Rowland confirms the rumors that she's expecting a new bundle of joy by debuting a photo of her baby bump.
Kanye West Won’t Play If He’s Not Getting Paid, Reveals What Kim Kardashian’s Photos Do to Him
Kanye West pulled what some might call "the diva card" at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity this week, when he demanded that the labels be removed from water bottles onstage.
Tank Shows Gratitude on Anthemic Ballad ‘Stronger’
Tank might be exploring a new direction on his upcoming album, 'Stronger,' but the R&B crooner sticks to his signature on the title track.
Jessie Ware Expresses Bittersweet Feelings on ‘Tough Love’
After releasing her breakout album, 'Devotion' in 2012, Jessie Ware is back with 'Tough Love,' a fluid track that centers on relationship ups and downs.
Lil Jon and Tyga Team Up for Electro Club Banger ‘Bend Ova’
Following the major success of 'Turn Down for What' with DJ Snake, Lil Jon has now joined forces with Tyga for another club banger, 'Bend Ova.'
OutKast Announce Homecoming Show in Atlanta
No matter how many times they've been around the world, you can never separate OutKast from their roots in Atlanta. The hip-hop duo is returning to their hometown by putting on a special show for the ATL in September.
Ab-Soul and Schoolboy Q Are All About the Money on ‘Hunnid Stax’
Ab-Soul taps Schoolboy Q for the Kenny Beats-produced 'Hunnid Stax,' a song off his new solo LP, 'These Days...'
Drake Convinced to Change Rap Name, Sign Up for JDate in ‘Sound Advice’ [VIDEO]
Drake lands in the hot seat in the 'Sound Advice' web series starring 'Saturday Night Live' actress Vanessa Bayer.
Nicki Minaj Fills ‘Pills N Potions’ Video with Bunnies, Skin and the Game
Nicki Minaj debuts the Diane Martel-directed visual for 'Pills N Potions,' the first single off her forthcoming album, 'The Pink Print.'
Chance the Rapper Sparks a Dance Party at Governors Ball 2014 [EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS]
Chance the Rapper gave an energetic performance at the Governors Ball Music Festival and left a lasting impression among his fans in attendance.
Chris Brown May Begin DC Assault Trial Sooner Than Expected
Chris Brown may have just been released from jail earlier this week, but the 'Loyal' singer might have to head back to the courtroom sooner than expected.
Fabolous Enlists 50 Cent for ‘Cuffin Season’ Remix
Fabolous is drawing attention to 'Cuffin Season' once again with the release of a new remix featuring fellow New York rapper 50 Cent.
Sam Smith and Mary J. Blige Join Forces in ‘Stay With Me’ Video
Sam Smith and Mary J. Blige join forces in the video for the U.K. singer's ballad 'Stay With Me.'
Michael Jackson vs. Nicki Minaj — The Boombox Battle
In this week's The Boombox Battle, songs from Michael Jackson and Nicki Minaj compete for the win.
G-Unit Reunites, Nas Relives ‘Illmatic,’ Nicki Minaj Performs at Hot 97 Summer Jam 2014 [EXCLUSIVE]
Rapper 50 Cent reunited with G-Unit, Nas relived 'Illmatic' and Nicki Minaj performed with Drake and Wayne at Hot 97's Summer Jam 2014.
Beastie Boys’ Copyright Infringement Trial Against Monster Underway
The Beastie Boys' copyright-infringement trial against Monster Energy Drink is underway.
SZA Performs ‘Babylon’ with Kendrick Lamar
SZA performs with Kendrick Lamar and Mac Miller at Red Bull Studios in Los Angeles.
Ty Dolla $ign Covers Fader’s Summer Music Issue
Cover star Ty Dolla $ign chats with Fader magazine about his music, dating and the main love of his life.
Sam Smith Opens Up About Sexuality in Fader Cover Story
Since breaking onto the music scene as a featured vocalist on Disclosure's 'Latch,' Sam Smith has been making huge strides. With his debut LP, 'In the Lonely Hour,' releasing this week, at only 22, this British R&B singer has mended broken hearts and crafted an album that grabs fans the way Adele's '22' did a few years ago.
Benzino Kicked Off Airplane in Chicago
If you thought the drama Benzino drama in Benzino's life happened on 'Love & Hip-Hop: Atlanta,' you're mistaken. The rapper, Hip Hop Weekly magazine publisher and reality TV star was kicked off a plane in Chicago.
And instead of just calmly walking off, he unleashed a tirade that wasn't only loud enough for everyone but also threw down some strong words, calling the flight attendant racist. TM
Rita Ora Covers Beyonce’s ‘Drunk in Love’ at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend
Rita Ora performed a rendition of Beyonce's 'Drunk in Love' at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend.
Kanye West Praises Kardashian Family in 20-Minute Wedding Speech
After marrying his lady love Kim Kardashian, Kanye West gave a 20-minute speech praising her family and calling them the "most remarkable people of our time."
D’Angelo Talks New Sound, Career Highlights & Neo Soul Debate at Red Bull Music Academy Lecture [EXCLUSIVE]
As part of the Red Bull Music Academy, D'Angelo treats fans to a public lecture to discuss his new sound, career highlights and the neo soul debate.
10 Ways a Man Kills the Mood According to Estelle [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]
In honor of her new song, 'Make Her Say (Beat It Up),' Estelle gives guys her 10 don'ts of foreplay.
Solange’s Fight With Jay Z Reportedly Caused by Rapper’s Choice to Attend Rihanna’s Party Without Beyonce
What sparked the fight between Solange and Jay Z in a hotel elevator. Apparently because the rapper was looking to party without Beyonce.