Trace William Cowen
Trace William Cowen is a writer whose work has also appeared in Alternative Press, Uproxx, and elsewhere. As Complex's Senior News Writer, Trace pens everything from quick news hits to expansive features covering music, film, memes, politics, fashion, and the unique places where all these things intersect.
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Justin Bieber at Coachella: How to Shop 'SWAG,' Other Albums Ahead of Festival Performance
'SWAG' and more are available now.
TDE's Punch on Kendrick Lamar Being Mentioned Amid Debate Over Rap's Chart Presence: 'Been the King'
"So what!" Punch said on X amid the debate.
Alan Ritchson's Tennessee Fight: Police Body Cam Video Shows Neighbor Crying While Talking to Cops
The 'Reacher' star's dispute would arguably make for a great episode of HBO's 'Neighbors.'
DJ Khaled Recruits Future and Lil Baby for 'Aalam of God' Single "One of Them": Watch the Trailer
Khaled's first new studio album in four years is out soon.
Offset Is 'Working Toward a Resolution' After Being Hit With $100,000 Casino Debt Lawsuit, Rep Says
A spokesperson for Offset tells Complex a "resolution" is being pursued.
'The Godfather Part II' Inspires Jacob & Co's New $440,000 Musical Timepiece
Jacob & Co. founder Jacob Arabo considers the new watch "a worthy sequel" in its own right.
IShowSpeed Tapped for Harmony Korine-Produced Anime Series Written by Former 'One Piece' Showrunner
Speed called the opportunity "a dream come true."
Aimé Leon Dore Continues Spring/Summer 2026 Collection Rollout: Get a Closer Look
The latest from ALD comes after it unveiled a turntable collaboration with Technics.
Kanye West Lawsuit: Former Security Guard Seeks Nearly $900,000 Over Alleged Unpaid Wages
The guard claimed in a 2024 complaint to have been denied wages and overtime.
'Euphoria' Creator Sam Levinson Pays Tribute to Angus Cloud at Season 3 Premiere: 'Loved Him Deeply'
"I fought hard to keep him clean," Levinson said of Cloud, who died of an accidental overdose in 2023.
Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Share Kiss at 'Euphoria' Season 3 Premiere
Sweeney returns as Cassie Howard in the long-awaited new season of the HBO hit.
Kylie Jenner Reveals How She Reacted to Daughter Asking Why 'Whole Family' Is Famous
Kylie Jenner shares two children with Travis Scott.
Offset Photographed Having a Smoke Outside Hospital After Being Shot in Florida
“We can confirm Offset was shot and is currently at the hospital receiving medical care,” a spokesperson previously told Complex.
M.I.A. Announces New Album 'M.I.7' f/ Sunday Service Ahead of Kid Cudi Tour
The new album features seven songs recorded in seven different places over a period of seven days.
Offset 'Stable and Being Closely Monitored' After Florida Shooting: What to Know
The shooting is said to have occurred outside a Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Florida.
Kanye West at Wireless Fest: Ye Addresses Pushback, Says He Aims to Bring 'Show of Change' to London
Ye says he wants to bring "unity, peace, and love" through his music.
Olivia Rodrigo's 'You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love': How to Buy New Album and Merch
'GUTS' and 'SOUR' are also available to shop on Complex in multiple formats.
Westside Gunn Raps Over Kanye West's "Preacher Man" Beat, Ye Reshares Video
Ye and Gunn previously worked together during the 'Donda' era.