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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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.
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.
Sam Smith Sings ‘Can’t Help Falling in Love’ and Reassures Us His Voice Is Back [VIDEO]
Sam Smith has literally been keeping quiet for the past few months, but now it looks like the singer is back in top form after he experienced a vocal chord hemorrhage. Smith proves that his voice has returned by posting a video of himself belting out an Elvis Presley hit on Instagram.
Tori Kelly, Big Sean, Janelle Monae + More Perform at 2015 BET Awards
Find out how the performances went down at the 2015 BET Awards.
T-Pain vs. Janet Jackson — The Boombox Battle
In The Boombox Battle this week, T-Pain competes for the win against pop icon Janet Jackson. Vote for your favorite song now!
10 Rappers and Singers Who Prove Being a Dad Is Awesome
Be prepared to see these adorable photos and say, "Aww." Check out 10 Rappers and Singers Who Prove Being a Dad Is Awesome.
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.
Future Brings the Party and Sun at Governors Ball 2015 [EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS]
Rapper Future was a last minute addition to the 2015 Governors Ball Music Festival, and the crowd was more than happy to welcome him with open arms on Friday (June 5).
‘Love & Hip Hop Atlanta’ Season 4, Episode 6 Recap: Mimi and Margeaux Come Face to Face, Rasheeda Auctions Off Kirk’s Stuff & Stevie J Heads to Court
On this week's episode of 'Love & Hip Hop Atlanta,' Mimi and Margeaux come face to face, Rasheeda auctions off Kirk's stuff and Stevie J heads to court.
Iggy Azalea and Nick Young Are Engaged
On Nick Young's 30th birthday he celebrated the big day by asking Iggy Azalea to marry him. The couple are now engaged.
Yandy Smith and Mendeecees Harris Get Married on ‘Love & Hip Hop Live: The Wedding’ [VIDEO]
After spending eight years together as a couple, Yandy Smith and Mendeecees Harris are finally walking down the aisle. Since much of their relationship was put on display via 'Love & Hip Hop,' it only made sense for the two to tie the knot live on VH1.