Magnum Opus: LL Cool J – Rock The Bells [Video]
Complex talked to LL, Rick Rubin, Russell Simmons and everyone involved in making this historic rap record.
Read moreComplex talked to LL, Rick Rubin, Russell Simmons and everyone involved in making this historic rap record.
Read moreFashawn unleashes another joint from his upcoming LP, “The Ecology”, which is set to drop on February 24th. “Something To Believe In” features Nas and Aloe Blacc. Production is handled by DJ Khalil. Check it out below.
Read moreR.I.P. ASAP Yams.
Read moreThis will live on Kay Slay’s forthcoming mixtape “The Industry Purge”, dropping soon.
Read moreHere’s a new joint from Spenzo called “R.I.C.O.”.
Read moreIf there is one thing that the city of Atlanta never seems to lack, it is a dearth of great artists. That doesn’t change when it comes to the likes of Jarren Benton. The former XXL freshman, who won the people’s champion vote and became the oldest member of the illustrious group to appear on the magazine’s annual cover, returned early this year with a brand new album called Slow Motion. The album was created and dedicated in memory of his fallen friend and manager, Jahmal “Slow Motion” Pryor. “That was like my brother, man. He was my manager as well. He passed away a little over a year [ago] man, so the process of making music without the homie is f**king weird,” Benton told STASHED in this exclusive. “I’m now getting back focused, so you know I wanted to dedicate something to cause he was such a good dude. So I wanted to attach his name to something to let the name ring on.” In this interview, the eccentric MC speaks on the making of his latest project as well as the notion that he isn’t your typical Atlanta MC. “It’s easy to see and think [certain music] is from Atlanta, so when you see someone who is not on that s**t, you’ll get the ‘oh, that n*gga is not from Atlanta, he different.’ But in reality, I do sound like a n*gga from Atlanta,” Benton states. “It don’t bother me, but it’s ridiculous though and I think that’s
Read moreOff of Q’s latest release “Searching Sylvan”.
Read moreProduced by Louie Skeemz and Jonathan Lighty.
Read moreiLoveMakonnen backstage at Hot 97’s The Tip Off choppin it up with Miss Info.
Read moreTroy Ave talks about his future plans and even discusses about his latest Instagram drama.
Read moreDuring a recent interview with VladTV, Rich Homie Quan was asked about Baby and Young Thug’s alleged affiliation with the Bloods, and if he too is involved with that. “We’re gonna hold that down Vlad,” the Atlanta emcee immediately responds. “Gangstas don’t talk, we gonna leave that off the table.” Quan then explains that it isn’t the public’s business whether he’s affiliated or not, and he’s not going to speak on anything that could damage his career. “If I’m a Blood, I’m a Blood, if I’m not, I’m not,” he adds. Wrapping up, Quan says his main focus is on making positive music that will motivate his peers and young people, since they’re the future.
Read moreAtlanta native Ca$h Out’s career bubbled when he dropped “Cashin’ Out” back in 2012. It felt like you couldn’t go anywhere without hearing “Ridin round with that Nina” on blast, making it one of the year’s biggest songs. But during Ca$h Out’s recent Complex visit, he revealed that everyone’s favorite song wasn’t necessarily his favorite. Don’t get it twisted—he’s got major love for his platinum hit that landed him in every DJ’s Serato, but he’s always had visions far beyond the Epic Recordsbacked hit. Fast forward to present day, we find Ca$h Out rolling independent and making good on his goals. Recently, he’s been focusing on lyrics and leaning towards more minimal beats than his prior work, exhibited on songs like “Tomorrow.” He’s also been collaborating with the likes of OVO’s PARTYNEXTDOOR. Ca$h Out informed us that he’s created about three to four tracks with PND, “I’m really loving that vibe—just the female vibe, the lyrical vibe. He got me in that space, that I don’t wanna get out.”
Read moreAnother one from Big Sean’s new album “Dark Sky Paradise”, which hits stores next Tuesday (February 24th). Pre-order your copy now on iTunes.
Read moreAs Vast Aire and Vordul Mega, collectively known as Cannibal Ox, prepare for the release of their highly-anticipated sophomore album Blade of the Ronin, Complex has premiered the album’s aptly-titled new single, “Blade: The Art of Ox.” This track immediately stands out due to renowned producer Black Milk’s stellar and soulful production. Cannibal Ox is also joined by Artifacts (Tame One & El Da Sensei) as well as U-God (of Wu-Tang Clan) for this mammoth posse cut.
Read moreGoldLink teams up with LA producer Falcons for “Vroom”. Stream and download below.
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