Emily Tan

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.

Kid N’ Play Talk Career Highlights, the State of Hip-Hop in 2015 and Solo Projects [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Kid N' Play have survived the music industry for over 25 years and are still going strong as a group and with their solo projects. Take a look as Play speaks on their career highlights, the state of hip-hop in 2015, what they've got on the horizon and more.

Future Relies on Female Accomplices for a Setup in ‘Real Sisters’ Video

Leave it to the ladies to get the job done right. Future relies on two female accomplices to get his cash in the video for "Real Sisters," a song off his 'Beast Mode' mixtape.

‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ Season 4, Episode 11 Recap: Mimi and Dawn Argue, Stevie J and Joseline Sign a Movie Deal, Rasheeda Thinks Kirk Is Cheating on Her

In this episode of 'Love & Hip Hop Atlanta,' Mimi and Dawn argue over managing Jessica Dime, Stevie J and Joseline sign a movie deal and Rasheeda thinks Kirk is cheating on her.

10 Singers & Rappers Who Never Stop Working

If you think about taking that day off from the 9-to-5, these ladies and gents are sure to make you feel guilty with the work they put in. Check out 10 Singers & Rappers Who Never Stop Working.

10 Hip-Hop and R&B Videos Celebrating Independence

In honor of Independence Day, The Boombox has compiled 10 music videos where R&B and hip-hop artists have conveyed their idea of freedom.

Kidd Kidd Arrested at 2015 XXL Freshman Class Concert in New York

G-Unit member Kidd Kidd was arrested and taken into custody on Tuesday night (June 29) before his performance at the Best Buy Theater for the XXL Freshman Class concert in New York City.

Rick Ross Arrested in Georgia for Kidnapping, Aggravated Battery & Assault

Only two weeks after he was arrested for marijuana possession, Rick Ross has been arrested in Fayette County, Ga. However, this time it’s for kidnapping, aggravated battery and aggravated assault.

Jidenna and Kendrick Lamar Join Forces on ‘Classic Man (Remix)’

R&B crooner Jidenna has his own throwback swag on “Classic Man.” However, the Wondaland artist has just enlisted Kendrick Lamar to lend a few verses and rough up the vibe of his bouncy track.

Stephen Marley Talks About the Magic That Happens at Tuff Gong Studio [VIDEO]

Stephen Marley talks about the magic that happens at Tuff Gong Studio for Converse Rubber Tracks.

Miguel Releases New Songs ‘Face the Sun,’ ‘Flesh’ & ‘…Goingtohell’

The road to the release of Miguel's upcoming album, 'WILDHEART,' is coming to an end. We've already heard a number of tracks including "Coffee," "NWA" and "Hollywood Dreams," and now, he's debuting three more songs.

Kid ‘n Play to Showcase ‘House Party’ Battle and Break Down ‘Invisible Walls’ at Everything Is Festival [EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW]

Kid 'n Play will celebrate the 25-year anniversary of their hit film, 'House Party,' at the Everything Is Festival in Oregon. Find out what the rappers have in store for fans during their performance.

Pitbull and Chris Brown Perform ‘Fun’ on ‘American Idol’ Season Finale [VIDEO]

Pitbull and Chris Brown teamed up to to perform their track “Fun” on American Idol on Wednesday night (May 13).