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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Lil Dicky Argues There's 'No Better Rapper' Than Drake, Crowns Him the GOAT
On the latest episode of Complex's 'GOAT Talk,' Dicky also pointed to Ye as a key influence.
Was Timothée Chalamet at the Knicks Championship Parade? You Bet He F*cking Was
Fellow Knicks superfans Spike Lee and Ben Stiller were also on hand.
Knicks Championship Parade: What Went Down During Celebration of Team's First Title in 53 Years
In a perfect world, there would be a Knicks parade in every city.
Fat Joe and Remy Ma Perform "Lean Back" on Knicks Parade Float, KAT and Mayor Mamdani Hit the Dance
The parade continues the Mike Brown-led team's celebration of their first title in 53 years.
Knicks Owner James Dolan Says Team Has Accepted Trump's Invitation to Visit White House
Details on the planned visit, however, have not been confirmed.
Lil Nas X Shares Mental Health Update, Jokes He's 'Living Life on Extreme Hard Mode' After Diagnosis
"There's less fear in my heart," X told fans.
Playboi Carti, Ken Carson, Destroy Lonely, and More to Perform at ComplexCon 2026: Get Tickets Now
Carti is giving fans an all-out 00pium takeover at ComplexCon this October.
Oliver Tree's Girlfriend Calls for End to 'Gossip' After Artist's Death: 'Please Have Some Respect'
"I'm mourning my partner and best friend," Fiona Chernavskaya said. "Anything else is unimportant."
Karl-Anthony Towns on Brooklyn Celebrating Knicks Championship: 'They Have a Whole Team!'
"I've never seen all five boroughs get together," KAT said.
Clavicular Says He Was 'Pressured Into Unideal Agreements' Amid Dispute With Miami Nightclub
"It will be resolved," the looksmaxxing progenitor told fans.
Pooh Shiesty Case: Big30 Asks Judge to Let Him Go to Recording Studio, Attend Production Meetings
The 26-year-old artist was previously ordered to be released on $100,000 bond.
Timothée Chalamet Details Lifelong Knicks Love, Playfully Digs at Nets Fans in Resurfaced Clip
In the resurfaced clip, the 'Dune' franchise star joked "there's something wrong with you" if you're a Nets fan.
Grammys Add New Categories for 2027, Including Best Asian Pop Music Performance: What to Know
The categories, per Grammys CEO Harvey Mason Jr., will provide “more opportunities to celebrate different and new genres.”
Karl-Anthony Towns on Jordyn Woods's 'Lucky' Bag at Knicks Games: 'Obviously, She Made Some Magic'
KAT also praised the orange clutch as “one of the greatest clothing articles in the history of basketball.”
Serena and Venus Williams to Reunite at Wimbledon After Doubles Wild Card
Serena's comeback continues.
Anderson .Paak Joins ALISSIA for Studio 54-Inspired "Can't Get Enough" Video
Anderson .Paak also directs the new video.
Ariana Grande Moved to Tears During Eternal Sunshine Tour Stop in LA: 'This Means So Much to Me'
"Holy f*ck," the 'petal' artist said during the emotional onstage moment.
New Yorkers Are Celebrating Knicks Championship With These Songs Instead of "Empire State of Mind"
For many New Yorkers, Jay-Z and Alicia Keys's 2009 blockbuster isn't the go-to anthem.