Trace William Cowen

Trace William Cowen is a writer based in Nashville whose work has also appeared in Alternative Press, Uproxx, and elsewhere. He's currently working on a novel. 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. When not busy hunched over a laptop and mainlining coffee, he can typically be found at a show or catching a movie.

Joined March 2015 | 17318 posts

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