Celebrate our tenth anniversary with the biggest issue we’ve ever made. FLOOD 13 is deluxe, 252-page commemorative edition—a collectible, coffee-table-style volume in a 12″ x 12″ format—packed with dynamic graphic design, stunning photography and artwork, and dozens of amazing artists representing the past, present, and future of FLOOD’s editorial spectrum, while also looking back at key moments and events in our history. Inside, you’ll find in-depth cover stories on Gorillaz and Magdalena Bay, plus interviews with Mac DeMarco, Lord Huron, Wolf Alice, Norman Reedus, The Zombies, Nation of Language, Bootsy Collins, Fred Armisen, Jazz Is Dead, Automatic, Rocket, and many more.
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Flying Lotus, Big Mama
A hodgepodge of electronic textures, genres, and styles, the artist’s proper debut for his own Brainfeeder label feels improvisational despite its meticulous craftsmanship.
Talking Heads, Tentative Decisions: Demos & Live
These early live recordings and studio demos of tracks familiar from the band’s first three LPs provide worthwhile peeks into the ensemble’s process as a trio.
Various artists, HELP(2)
The sequel to the Britpop-era War Child comp couldn’t have arrived at a better time, with its guest-filled track list embodying the charity’s mission of healing in the midst of global violence.
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Remi Wolf Confronts a Colorful Mess of Synapses in Her “Liquor Store” Video
It’s the lead single from Wolf’s forthcoming debut album.
July 21, 2021
Lorde Ruminates on Time’s Passing While “Stoned at the Nail Salon”
Her anticipated album “Solar Power” is out August 20 via Republic Records.
July 21, 2021
Porches Runs Around as Both an Angel and a Devil in “Okay” Video
Aaron Maine announced his fifth album, “All Day Gentle Hold !,” is out October 8 via Domino.
July 21, 2021
Indigo De Souza’s “Hold U” Confirms That a Simple Embrace Can Also Be a Promise
It’s the second single off her sophomore album “Any Shape You Take,” out August 27 on Saddle Creek.
July 21, 2021
In Conversation
In Conversation: Tkay Maidza on Embracing the Weird for Her Recent EP Series
Maidza discusses finding inspiration from Kim Possible and Hannah Montana, as well as how “Last Year Was Weird” paved the way for future releases.
July 21, 2021
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Willow, “lately I feel EVERYTHING”
Willow Smith finds a zone that highlights her vocals in a vibrant, lighter-fluid-lit glow.
July 20, 2021
Connie Constance Smashes the Notion of a White Picket Fence on “Prim & Propa”
It’s the title track of the singer’s forthcoming EP, out September 2.
July 20, 2021
Shygirl and Slowthai Take Inspiration From Furry Friends in “BDE” Video
“If you got the stamina.”
July 20, 2021
Childish Gambino Shares His Take on Brittany Howard’s “Stay High”
“Jamie Reimagined” will also feature remixes and covers from artists including Bon Iver, Little Dragon, and Georgia Anne Muldrow.
July 20, 2021
Julia Bardo’s “No Feeling” Video Illustrates How Ridiculous It Can Be to Exist
It’s the latest single from her debut album “Bauhaus, L’Appartamento,” out September 10.
July 20, 2021
Colleen Green Reminds Herself That Kindness Is Hard Work on “It’s Nice to Be Nice”
Her new album “Cool” is out September 10 via Hardly Art.
July 19, 2021
The War on Drugs Return With “Living Proof”
The single arrives ahead of the group’s forthcoming LP “I Don’t Live Here Anymore,” out October 29 via Atlantic.
July 19, 2021
Big Thief’s Buck Meek Made a Film with Bob Dylan
“Shadow Kingdom” documents Dylan’s first performance since the release of his latest album “Rough and Rowdy Ways.”
July 19, 2021
John Vanderslice Shares EP Dedicated to the Late David Berman
Vanderslice has also released a rarities collection from his now-closed studio space Tiny Telephone.
July 16, 2021
Syd Makes a Getaway for Love in the Video for Her New Single “Fast Car”
The new song follows her February single “Missing Out.”
July 16, 2021
Soccer Mommy’s “rom com 2004” Is a Glitch in the Matrix of Love Songs
The single is her first original release since last year’s “color theory.”
July 15, 2021
Pip Blom’s Latest Track “It Should Have Been Fun” Is Not What It Seems
It’s the second single off their forthcoming album “Welcome Break,” out October 8 on Heavenly Recordings.
July 15, 2021
Yves Tumor Drops Surprise EP “Asymptotical World”
It features their latest single “Jackie.”
July 15, 2021
Flatbush Zombies, Action Bronson, and Buddy to Play Puffcon Block Party in LA
The 21+ event taking place October 2 is free with RSVP.
July 14, 2021
Caroline Polachek Shares Surreal Summer Track “Bunny Is a Rider”
It’s the first new music from the musician since 2019’s “Pang.“
July 14, 2021
