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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T.I. and Young Thug Perform ‘About the Money’ at 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards [VIDEO]
With only a week left before T.I. finally drops 'Paperwork,' it only makes sense for the Atlanta rapper to perform new material at the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards.
DJ Mustard Plays the Hits With Lil Boosie, Ty Dolla $ign & YG at 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards [VIDEO]
The 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards may have been held in Atlanta on Sept. 20, but DJ Mustard came in hard for the West Coast during his medley performance with Lil Boosie, Ty Dolla $ign and YG.
Singers Then & Now: R&B Style Transformations [PHOTOS]
See how the personal style of some of your favorite singers has changed over the years.
Rappers Then & Now: Hip-Hop Style Transformations [PHOTOS]
A side by side comparison of your favorite rappers' style back in the day to how they dress now.
Tyrese Surprises Nanny With New Car [VIDEO]
If you ever wondered how stars treat their help, Tyrese proves just how much he appreciates those who work for him.
BET Hip Hop Awards 2014 Red Carpet: Best & Worst Dressed [PHOTOS]
Although the 2014 BET Hip Hop Awards won't air on BET until Oct. 14, The Boombox has gathered all the best and worst looks from the red carpet.
Chris Brown Speaks on Maturing in Jail, Weekly Therapy and His Weight Gain on ‘Extra’ [VIDEO]
With his sixth album, 'X,' finally out, Chris Brown has been candid with the media, talking about the project but also opening up in regards to his time in prison.
20 Rappers’ Real Names Revealed [PHOTOS]
We reveal some of your favorite rappers' not-so-cool-sounding legal names.
Chris Brown ‘Innocent’ in Club Brawl During New York Fashion Week
Trouble seems to follow Chris Brown wherever he goes. However, this time he actually had no part in a club brawl during New York Fashion Week.
Kanye West Rushed to Hospital in Australia
Kanye West is treating fans Down Under to his elaborate stage shows as part of his Yeezus tour this week. However, things hit a major bump when the rapper was rushed to the hospital in Melbourne and had an emergency MRI done on Wednesday afternoon (Sept. 10).
Chris Brown Talks Prison Experience, Life After Rihanna and His Mistakes in Billboard Magazine
In his Billboard cover story, Chris Brown opens up about his prison experience, life after Rihanna and his mistakes.
15 Artists That Are Older Than You Think
Here are a few rappers and singers who will make you do a double take once you find out just how old they really are. Check out 15 Artists That Are Older Than You Think.
Blu Cantrell in Police Custody for Psychological Evaluation
'Hit 'Em Up Style' singer Blu Cantrell is in police custody undergoing a psychological evaluation after she was found running through the streets of Santa Monica, Calif.
Prince to Release Two New Albums in September
The Purple One returns. Prince reveals details surrounding his two new albums.
Chris Brown Takes an Emotional Ride on New Song ‘X’
Chris Brown's long-awaited album, 'X,' will finally arrive in a few weeks. And just to give fans more of a taste from the upcoming LP, he just shared the title track.
Nick Cannon Confirms Separation From Mariah Carey
After reports about the split between Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon surfaced yesterday (Aug. 21), the latter has confirmed the news.
T.I. Voices His Thoughts on Ferguson, Takes Part in ALS Ice Bucket Challenge [VIDEO]
T.I. has been busy on Instagram over the last few days, posting his thoughts on two of the most newsworthy events at the moment: Ferguson, Mo., and the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge.
Pharrell’s Famous Hat Will Be on Display in a Museum
Pharrell's hat is getting its very own exhibit at a Washington, D.C., museum.
Iggy Azalea Gets Compared to Food on Tumblr [PHOTOS]
A hilarious Tumblr puts pics of Iggy Azalea side by side with food items she "resembles."
Khloe Kardashian Understands French Montana Wants to ‘Capitalize’ on Their Relationship
Khloe Kardashian doesn't mind that her boyfriend French Montana is looking to "capitalize" on their relationship.