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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Naya Rivera vs. The Weeknd – R&B Sound Off
Naya Rivera and Jordin Sparks had a heated battle in last week's R&B Sound Off. However, the 'Glee' star came out victorious with 56.33 percent of the vote while Sparks only received 43.67 percent.
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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Kid Ink vs. B.o.B. – Rap Battle
Kirko Bangz just couldn't hold on to his winning streak and lost last week's Rap Battle to Kid Ink. Taking 55.22 percent of the vote, Kid beat out Kirko, who only received 44.78 percent.
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...
Luke James Sings About Lost Love in ‘The Great Gatsby’-Inspired Video ‘Oh God’
Luke James goes vintage in the cinematic-looking new video for 'Oh God.' Dressed in a blue, double-breasted tux, the singer looks stoic as he croons about the woman he lost and wants to get back.
Jordin Sparks vs. Naya Rivera – R&B Sound Off
New school wins over the old in last week's R&B Sound Off when Jordin Sparks beat funk, dance veterans Earth, Wind & Fire. Sparks' bubbly 'Skipping a Beat' took 58.6 percent of the votes while Earth, Wind & Fire took 41.4 percent.
Phil Ade Brings Maryland Vibes to New York with R.O.S.E. Tour [EXCLUSIVE]
Hot off the release of his project (better known as his latest mixtape), 'R.O.S.E., Phil Ade turned up the heat at the Studio at Webster Hall in New York City last night (Aug. 12). Featuring Kid Daytona as a co-headliner, this was definitely not an average Monday night affair.
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.'
Kanye West Invests in Bulletproof Vehicles
It's no secret that Kanye West is ecstatic about his new family and will do everything to protect them. He'll even buy some bulletproof cars.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Whitney Houston
Whitney Houston would have hit a milestone today (Aug. 9) as it is her 50th birthday. The late singer, who passed in February 2012, had a very successful life and touched millions with her powerful voice. She may no longer be with us, but that doesn't mean the 'I Will Always Love You' songbird is forgotten, especially on her birthday...