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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Ruben Studdard Admits He’s ‘Fat as Hell,’ Joins New Season of ‘Biggest Loser’
Ruben Studdard has always been a big guy. However, the 'American Idol' Season 2 winner has decided to take control of his health and will be joining the 15th season of the 'The Biggest Loser.'
Tamar Braxton Poses with Baby Logan on Ebony Cover
Since giving birth to her son, Logan, on June 6, Tamar Braxton hasn't been shy about showing off her new bundle of joy. So it's no surprise that when 'The One' songstress was asked to be on the latest Ebony cover, it was a mother-and-son affair.
Best R&B Fan Art
From gifts to showing up at every concert, fans show devotion to their favorite artists in various ways. And some actually find so much inspiration in their favorite R&B singer that they take their creativity to paper or computer screen and come out with a work of art.
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Best Hip-Hop Fan Art
The way rappers string their words together with such flow and fluidity is a great art form. And for the fans who adore their work, their rhymes have become a source of inspiration.
While some loyal supporters are inspired to become lyricists themselves, others show their devotion by putting paint or charcoal to paper...
Ariana Grande and Big Sean Get Flirty on ‘Right There’
After Ariana Grande covered Big Sean's 'Guap' and announced her collaboration with the G.O.O.D. Music rapper last month, she finally released the effort, 'Right There.'
Action Bronson Performs ‘Strictly 4 My Jeeps’ at Old Folks Home
Sometimes artists perform in places outside of a music hall, stadium or club. From the middle of a public park to the subway station, some rappers and singers are up for spreading their lyrics no matter how random the place may be. So when VICE's Noisey asked Action Bronson to rap at an an old folks home in the U.K., he was more than enthused for the opportunity.
Drake, 2 Chainz and Big Sean Give Themselves Major Props on ‘All Me’
After hearing his track, 'Started From the Bottom,' Drake is clearly proud of his accomplishments in hip-hop. On his latest song, 'All Me,' the Toronto rapper really speaks on the pride he has within himself.
Big Sean Talks About Survival, Kendrick Lamar Owns ‘Best MC’ Title on ‘Control’
Since his upcoming album, 'Hall of Fame,' already had a locked tracklist, Big Sean decided to gift the internet with a new track, 'Control.'
Pitbull Brings Nightline Into His SLAM Charter School, Music Business Model [VIDEO]
If you wondered what it was like to be in Pitbull's shoes, ABC News' Nightline gives us a 24-hour look into the life of Mr. Worldwide.
Nicki Minaj Gives Fans Sneak Peek of Minajesty Fragrance
After the successful release of her first perfume, Pink Friday, last fall, Nicki Minaj has just released photos of her second fragrance, Minajesty.
Drake and The Weeknd’s New Photo Stirs Collaboration Rumors
It looks like two of Toronto's biggest stars could be working together again.
Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury Duets to Debut in Fall
From Paul McCartney to his own sister, Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson was always up for a good collaboration. And according to new reports, his studio sessions with Queen frontman Freddy Mercury will be released in the fall.