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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10 Perfect Songs to Get You Through a Horrible Day
Not having the best day? These tracks will lift your spirits up in no time. Check out the 10 Perfect Songs to Get You Through a Horrible Day.
Made in America Festival 2015 Day Two: The Weeknd, J. Cole, Big Sean & More Rock the Crowd [EXCLUSIVE]
From the Weeknd's fantastic performance to Future's album news and more, check out what went down on day two at the Made in America Festival in Philadelphia.
Rihanna Rocks Sheer Netted Top in New Dior Campaign [PHOTOS]
Rihanna strikes her best pose in photos for her Dior campaign. The R&B singer just posted photos from her latest shoot on Instagram.
10 Rappers & Singers Who Put School First
Since September is here and the first days of school have begun, The Boombox looked through college archives to find out which of hip-hop and R&B's major players walked away with a degree. Check out 10 Rappers & Singers Who Put School First.
A$AP Rocky Teams Up With Twenty One Pilots to Perform ‘L$D’ & ‘M’$’ at 2015 MTV Video Music Awards [VIDEO]
A$AP Rocky is known for his unexpected musical inspirations. Rod Stewart on his track "Everyday" is a perfect example. So the A$AP Mob leader was the perfect artist to join forces with Twenty One Pilots at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards Sunday night (Aug. 30).
Kanye West Announces Presidential Bid During 2015 MTV Video Music Awards Speech [VIDEO]
Kanye West announces his 2020 presidential run during his acceptance speech for the MTV Video Vanguard award.
Nicki Minaj Calls Out Miley Cyrus During Acceptance Speech at 2015 MTV Video Music Awards [VIDEO]
Nicki Minaj hugged it out and made up with Taylor Swift at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards, but it looked like she was about to start a rumble with Miley Cyrus during her acceptance speech for Best Hip-Hop Video.
Taylor Swift Goes on Safari in the Glamorous ‘Wildest Dreams’ Video
Taylor's 'Wildest Dreams' come true in the safari-themed clip for her new '1989' single.
Nicki Minaj and Taylor Swift Make Peace With ‘The Night Is Still Young’ and ‘Bad Blood’ Performance at 2015 MTV Video Music Awards [VIDEO]
Nicki Minaj proved that there's no beef between her and Taylor Swift by bringing the country-turned-pop star onstage during her performance at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night (Aug. 30).
The 2015 MTV Video Music Awards: See the Looks
Find out what your favorite stars were wearing at this year's MTV VMAs.
Everything You Need to Know About the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards
From the performers to the nominees and the craziness that can happen along the way, here is everything you need to know about the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards.
Are Wiz Khalifa and Rita Ora Dating?
Looks like Wiz Khalifa and Rita Ora have been spending more time together recently. Is love in the air?
Janelle Monae’s Electric Style Evolution
Janelle Monae is a style goddess. She's one artist who constantly uses her unique fashion sense to showcase her vibrant personality. Check out Janelle Monae's Electric Style Evolution.
Meek Mill Is No Longer Welcome in Toronto
It looks like Meek Mill's beef with Drake has gone far beyond the hip-hop community and includes a politician from Toronto.
Miss Piggy Takes on Rihanna’s ‘Bitch Better Have My Money’
Before Rihanna, Miss Piggy was the baddest on the block. So it only seems fitting for her to take on Rihanna's "Bitch Better Have My Money."
Cailtyn Jenner Opens Up About Her ‘Voice Issue’ and Speaking at 2015 ESPY Awards
Caitlyn Jenner delivered a heartfelt speech at the 2015 ESPY Awards after accepting the Arthur Ashe Courage Award last week. And while some of us were moved to tears, Caitlyn admits that seeing herself speak when she watched the awards show was "a little difficult."
Maroon 5 Might Have Had to Cancel China Tour Because of One Tweet
Maroon 5 canceled their two scheduled China shows last week, and it could all be due to a tweet regarding the Dalai Lama.
Kanye West’s ‘All Day/I Feel Like That’ Video to Premiere in a Museum
Yeezy's latest piece of art is about to be unveiled — where else? — in a museum.
Taylor Swift’s ‘1989 Tour’ Stage Is All Too Powerful, Blamed For Postponing Baseball Game
Taylor is simply TOO powerful for one performance venue to handle.
Demi Lovato Shares Sultry Teaser Photo from ‘Cool for The Summer’ Video
Demi Lovato's 'Cool for the Summer' is heating up, and the pop singer has just released a sultry teaser still from the upcoming visual for the song.