Jessica Mckinney
42 Dugg Is Paid
After a breakout year in 2020, Detroit rapper 42 Dugg is making the best and most meaningful music of his life as he gets ready to drop a new album.
Jessica Mckinney
Is the Deluxe Album Trend Bad For Music?
Over the past year, artists have been dropping more deluxe albums than ever. Is this a good or a bad thing for music? The Complex Music staff debates.
Eric Skelton
Migos Cooled Off. Can They Get Back on Top?
Opinion: Over the last few years, Migos have lost momentum as a group. Heading into their new album 'Culture III,' can they return with another hot streak?
Jessica Mckinney
YoungBoy Never Broke Again’s Federal Investigation and Legal Situation, Explained
YoungBoy Never Broke Again was arrested and taken into federal custody on March 22. Here’s a breakdown of his ongoing legal situation and federal investigation.
Jessica Mckinney
Best New Music This Week: Roddy Ricch, Benny the Butcher, Justin Bieber, and More
Complex's best new music this week includes new songs from Roddy Ricch, Benny the Butcher, Justin Bieber, Jelani Aryeh, Kota The Friend, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
Should Images of Black Trauma Be Portrayed in TV Performances and Concerts?
Opinion: Is there an appropriate way to explore images of Black trauma in a major music performance? Who ends up benefiting from these performances?
Andre Gee
The Best and Worst Moments of the 2021 Grammys
From Beyoncé's historic night to Roddy Ricch and Freddie Gibbs getting snubbed, these are all the best and worst moments of the 2021 Grammys.
Jessica Mckinney
2021 Grammys Predictions: Who Will Win and Who Should Win
The 63nd Annual Grammys Awards take place this Sunday. Here are our predictions for who we think will win and who should win in the major categories.
Jessica Mckinney
What It’s Like to Run the Most Powerful Beyoncé Fan Account on the Internet
Beyoncé Legion is one of the most influential fan accounts on the internet. The founder takes Complex behind the scenes of its daily operations.
Jessica Mckinney
Best New Music This Week: Drake, Baby Keem, Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, and More
Complex's best new music this week includes a handful of new songs from Drake, Rick Ross, Lil Baby, Baby Keem, Anderson .Paak, Bruno Mars, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
10 Big Takeaways From Drake's 'Scary Hours 2'
Drake returned with a three-pack called 'Scary Hours 2' featuring Lil Baby and Rick Ross. Here are our first impressions and biggest takeaways of the project.
Jessica Mckinney
‘The People’s Champ’: What Bobby Shmurda Means to New York Rap
In 2014, Bobby Shmurda filled a crucial role in New York rap, and he helped ignite momentum that would inspire many Brooklyn rappers who came after.
Jessica Mckinney
Bobby Shmurda’s Story: A Timeline
Bobby Shmurda is returning home from prison after serving a seven-year sentence. Here's a comprehensive timeline of the Brooklyn rapper's career.
Jessica Mckinney
Best New Music This Week: Ariana Grande, Kenny Mason, Lil Yachty, and More
The best new music this week includes songs from Chris Brown, Young Thug, Lil Yachty, CJ, Ariana Grande, Jim Jones, Harry Fraud, and many more.
Jessica Mckinney
Erica Banks Just Got a Travis Scott Feature and a Record Deal: ‘I’m Just Now Getting Started’
Erica Banks sits for an interview with Complex to talk about how Travis Scott got on the "Buss It" remix, her new deal with Warner Records, and more.
Jessica Mckinney
The Junebug Challenge Is Everywhere. Here's What You Need to Know.
What is the Junebug Challenge? How do you do it? Who came up with it? What song is used? How did it get Casanova in trouble? We break down the TikTok trend.
Jessica Mckinney
Debate: Did the Weeknd’s Super Bowl Halftime Show Live Up to Expectations?
How did the Weeknd's performance compare to past Super Bowl halftime shows? What were the best and worst parts? The Complex Music team weighs in.
Eric Skelton
Best New Music This Week: Cardi B, Freddie Gibbs, Polo G, and More
The best new music this week includes songs from Cardi B, Freddie Gibbs, Schoolboy Q, Polo G, Lil Durk, Kehlani, NBA YoungBoy, JID, and many more.
Jessica Mckinney
The Method Man and Wendy Williams Drama, Explained
Wendy Williams recently claimed that she had a one-night stand with Method Man, reigniting tensions involving his wife Tamika Smith that go back decades.
Jessica Mckinney
Best New Music This Week: Brent Faiyaz, Lil Durk, Ty Dolla Sign, and More
The best new music this week includes songs from Brent Fiayaz, Tyler, The Creator, Lil Durk, Yak Gotti, Yung Kayo, Ty Dolla Sign, and many more.
Jessica Mckinney
