Jessica Mckinney
The History of Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright” as a Protest Song
Since its release in 2015, Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright” has become an important protest song in the Black Lives Matter movement. Here’s the history.
Jessica Mckinney
Kendrick Lamar’s Best Verses, Ranked
From the third verse on "King Kunta" to his guest verse on "Control," Kendrick Lamar has delivered many standout verses in his career. These are his best.
Eric Skelton
The Best Albums of 2020 (So Far)
From Lil Baby’s ‘My Turn’ to Lil Uzi Vert’s ‘Eternal Atake,’ these are Complex's picks for the 50 best music albums of 2020 (so far).
Eric Skelton
Best New Music This Week: Pop Smoke, Lil Baby, RMR, and More
The best new music this week includes songs from Pop Smoke, Lil Baby, RMR, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
Artists Who Are Standing Against Racism and Police Brutality With Their Music Right Now
Artists have been sharing music that stands against police brutality and racism following the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery.
Jessica Mckinney
‘Our Job Has Always Been to Reflect the Times’: Why Terrace Martin Made His Fearless New Song
Terrace Martin sits for an interview about his fearless new song "Pig Feet," which features Denzel Curry, Kamasi Washington, G Perico, and Daylyt.
Jessica Mckinney
Best New Music This Week: Freddie Gibbs, Lil Yachty, G Herbo, and More
The best music of the week includes songs from Freddie Gibbs, Lil Yachty, G Herbo, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
Polo G on Why ‘The GOAT’ Is One of the Best Albums of 2020 So Far
On the heels of his new album 'The GOAT,' Polo G sat for an interview about why he thinks it's one of the year's best projects so far, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
G Herbo Talks ‘PTSD’ Deluxe, Going Gold With Juice WRLD, Brooklyn’s Drill Scene, More
Complex caught up with G Herbo to talk about the deluxe version of 'PTSD,' going gold with Juice WRLD, Chicago’s music scene, Brooklyn drill, and what’s next.
Jessica Mckinney
Verzuz Instagram Live Battles We Want to See Next
Hip-hop producer battles are taking over IG Live during coronavirus quarantine. Here are producer battles, crew battles, and hook battles we want to see next.
Shawn Setaro
10 Things We Want to Hear on Drake’s Next Album
Drake’s sixth studio album is coming this summer. Here are 10 things we want to hear on the project.
Eric Skelton
Best New Music This Week: Gunna, Migos, Young M.A, and More
The best new music this week includes songs from Gunna, Young Thug, Migos, NBA YoungBoy, Young M.A, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
10 Takeaways From Gunna’s ‘Wunna’
Gunna’s new album ‘Wunna’ has arrived. After a few initial spins, here are our 10 biggest takeaways from the project.
Eric Skelton
Lana Del Rey Undercut Her Own Message
Lana Del Rey shared an open letter on Thursday morning, which could have been a powerful, empowering moment. But she undermined her own message.
Jessica Mckinney
‘I’m the Kween of New York’: An Interview With Young M.A
Complex caught up with Young M.A to discuss her new EP 'Red Flu,' the King of New York, Pop Smoke, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
Best New Music This Week: Future, Polo G, Sheff G, and More
The best new music this week includes songs Future, Polo G, Sheff G, Migos, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
10 Big Takeaways From Future's New Album 'High Off Life'
Future returned with a new studio album 'High Off Life.' Here are 10 big takeaways after first listen.
Eric Skelton
Who Is the King of New York?
Everyone from Tekashi 6ix9ine to Lil Tjay is claiming the throne right now. The Complex staff debates: Who is the King of New York?
Eric Skelton
It’s Better Together: Celebrating a Historic Moment for Black Women in Music
By collaborating together and lifting each other up, black women in music are pushing music forward. We celebrate historic success.
Jessica Mckinney
7 Takeaways From Nav's New Album 'Good Intentions'
Nav's new album 'Good Intentions' has arrived. Here are 7 takeaways and first impressions after first listen.
Jessica Mckinney
