Over the past decade, AfroPop has exploded onto the global stage with everyone from Beyonce to Drake partnering with Africa’s premiere artists. This is just the beginning. We gathered genre’s biggest names — Jillionaire, Afro …
Streetwear has become mainstream. Nearly every brand that makes t-shirts and hoodies is now boxed into that category. But a new generation of designers are challenging that norm and helping redefine the next phase of …
YouTube has long been a talent incubator, and its most prominent names have leveraged the platform into larger opportunities. On this panel, Sean Evans speaks with Casey Neistat, Timothy Delaghetto and DDG discuss how they …
The sonic architects behind mega hits by the likes of Travis Scott, Future, and Jay-Z come together for a candid conversation about their craft. What does it take to craft a rap song that tops …
Generation Z has been called the most progressive and least partisan generation. As the first to come of age with an understanding that climate change is a real likelihood, they are not waiting on older …
The NBA goes far beyond the regular season and playoffs. Thanks to social media and the abundance of superstar players and personalities, the league is thriving like no other. Free agency, trades, and all the …
2019 has been a record year for female rappers. On any given day there’s been at least three on the Billboard Hot 100. Despite the progress, women in rap still face significant challenges and hurdles. …
Two legends — Dwyane Wade and Rick Ross — come together for a conversation about representing Miami, their next chapters, what it means to be a BOSS, legacy and collaboration— whether that means a shoe …
Do you remember the 1999 VMAs? If not, you definitely remember the lilac one-shouldered catsuit worn by Lil Kim. It was one of the most memorable hip-hop style moments. It was also another one of …
The return of the quintessential ComplexCon panel features Joe La Puma, DJ Clark Kent, Lil Yachty, Sean Wotherspoon and Aleali May debating the top ten sneakers of 2019. Watch all of ComplexCon(versations) here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNE967m3_UeTeZC_eDPJ8mY0a1cqLTStT Get …
With guest speakers ranging from T.I., Steve Stoute, Killer Mike, PJ Tucker, and Karl-Anthony Towns to Allen Iverson, Don C, Joe Freshgoods, Wale, and Sneaker Shopping host Joe La Puma, the Complex Current miniseries welcomes …
Killer Mike joins friends Clifford “T.I.” Harris and David Banner for an honest conversation on the economic issues facing neighborhoods of color. The rappers-turned-businessmen share their personal perspective on the importance of buying back, rebuilding, …
Entrepreneur and CEO of ET Enterprises Everette Taylor sits down with Chicago fashion designer Joe Freshgoods and St. Louis rapper Smino for a candid conversation about what it really takes to launch a business independently. …
Streetwear designer Don C, NBA legend Allen Iverson, and rapper/sneaker icon Wale sit down with Complex Current host Russ Bengtson to discuss the history of sneakers in hip-hop. The roundtable of sneaker enthusiasts breakdown everything …
Sneaker Shopping host Joe La Puma moderates a star-powered Complex Current panel—including Houston Rockets small forward, PJ Tucker, and Adidas’ VP of Entertainment and Influential Marketing, Jon Wexler—to breakdown the business of sneaker culture in …
NBA2K continues to push the culture forward, remaining at the forefront of sports, fashion, and music. More than a video game, in this episode of Complex Current, Steve Stoute, Karl Anthony Towns, Don C. and …
“We just tryin’ to eat.” This simple hustler’s credo has always been fundamental to the urban rags-to-riches story, which at its core is a fight to put a meal on the table, and to evolve …
Memes travel the globe at the speed of light and have the ability to make people laugh, turn nobodies into stars, push songs into platinum status, and sell products. But how much are the creators …
Streetwear is the biggest it has ever been. And while it’s often dominated by men, there are tons of brilliant women in streetwear—designers, creative directors, graphic designers, photographers, stylists, etc.—who deserve to be highlighted. In …
Issa Rae, Lena Waithe, Yara Shahidi, Nadeska Alexis, Karena Evans, and moderator Jemele Hill discuss the valleys and peaks of life as a notable professional in media. These Hollywood power players share insight surrounding hurdles …
Entrepreneurship is a major theme today, but let’s face facts: Only a small percentage of people will succeed. What does it take to separate yourself from the pack; conversely, what are pitfalls to avoid? With …
Gaming is no longer a fringe culture. What was once reserved for the nerds and basement dwellers has now been adopted by the cool guys and sits center stage. Not only is it cool, it’s …
With co-signs from hip-hop’s biggest stars, Tommy Hilfiger catapulted to success. In this panel, Tommy and his brother Andy, who was integral in the success of the brand and its relationship with hip-hop, join in …
The Long Beach natives are as celebrated for their raps as they are for their larger-than-life personalities. Snoop is a weed-smoking, laid back rap dad. Vince is a straight-edge, energetic shit starter. Together they represent …
This is modern youth cultures response to what’s going on in the era of Trump. As politics becomes more divisive and the world has to respond to new threats every day—whether it’s climate change, white …
Michael Jordan is thought by many to be the Greatest of All Time on the court, and his eponymous sneakers birthed modern sneaker culture—however, has his influence on the culture been quietly eclipsed by Allen …
No one exists in silos—rapid cultural and technological changes in every medium have made convergence crucial to survival. Rich Antoniello, Hype Williams, Steve Stoute, Iddris Sandu, and Ronnie Fieg are leaders in their individual industries …
Hype Williams changed the way the world viewed rap and rappers when he made his feature-film debut 20 years ago with “Belly.” Williams, along with his film’s stars Nas and T-Boz, break down the movie’s …
Wayno sits down with NO I.D., Raekwon, and Sickamore to understand what it takes to create an album in 2018, what denotes a great album and what they observed about the projects they’ve worked on …
The return of the quintessential ComplexCon panel features Joe La Puma, Allen Iverson, Wale, Lena Waithe, Ronnie Fieg, Don C, The Game, and DJ Clark Kent debating the top ten sneakers of 2018. ComplexCon(versations) gathers …
A new wave of films and television programming spearheaded by people of color is storming the box office and dominating awards season. Through guided looks at their similar upbringings and entries into the entertainment industry, …
