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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Iron & Wine, Hen’s Teeth
A heavier fraternal twin to 2024’s Light Verse, Sam Beam’s unlikely eighth album hums through the speakers like a quiet, sudden revelation.
Cootie Catcher, Something We All Got
The Toronto puzzle-pop quartet’s second record better integrates their impish tendencies; just like their origami namesake, the surprises unfold one after another.
Peaches, No Lube So Rude
Still stationed at the politicized meeting place of sexuality, queer iconography, feminism, and funk, there’s something sleekly hyperpop about the artist’s first album in over a decade.
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In Conversation
Hitkidd on Elevating the Voices of Memphis’ Most Creative Women
With the super-producer’s new album Renegade out this week, he discusses the legacy of Memphis rap, staying humble, and working with an A-list cast of female emcees.
December 07, 2023
Laura Jane Grace Sings of Heartbreak and Resiliency on “Cuffing Season”
Her new album Hole in My Head will be released February 16 via Polyvinyl.
December 07, 2023
The Memoir of Pussy Riot’s Nadya Tolokonnikova Set to be Adapted for Limited Series
The deal was made with STX Entertainment.
December 07, 2023
IDLES Unveil Somber Dance-Punk Single “Grace”
The band’s new album TANGK will be released on February 16 via Partisan Records.
December 06, 2023
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DJ Rashad, “Double Cup” [10th Anniversary Reissue]
Packaged with new artwork and a single bonus track, the main argument for this reissue’s existence is introducing Rashad to a new generation of dance, rap, electro, house, juke, and, yes, footwork fans.
December 06, 2023
LCD Soundsystem, The Postal Service, and Vampire Weekend Set to Headline Kilby Block Party 2024
Other artists set to perform at the SLC fest include Joanna Newsom, Interpol, and Wu-Tang Clan.
December 05, 2023
Cat Power and Iggy Pop Team Up for “Working Class Hero” Cover
The track arrives ahead of a new Marianne Faithfull tribute compilation landing this Friday.
December 05, 2023
Adrianne Lenker Shares “Ruined,” Announces 2024 UK and European Tour Dates
The song will be featured on a forthcoming album, according to an Instagram post from the Big Thief frontperson.
December 05, 2023
Horsegirl and Lifeguard Cover The Stone Roses’ “I Wanna Be Adored” for Unacceptable Color Live Session
The Kansas-based production company is run by photographer Shawn Brackbill and Get Up Kids’ Rob and Ryan Pope.
November 30, 2023
The Jesus and March Chain at Levitation 2022 credit Daniel Cavazos
The Jesus and Mary Chain Announce New Album “Glasgow Eyes,” Share “jamcod”
The shoegaze legends’ first LP in nearly seven years will arrive March 8 via Fuzz Club.
November 29, 2023
Vic Mensa Shares New Video for “VICTOR” Standout “Blue Eyes”
The track is featured on the Chicago emcee’s latest album.
November 29, 2023
The Hives
The Hives Announce Franchise Opportunities for Cover Bands to Throw Hives Shows Around the World
“Imagine a world where The Hives are playing every city all the time. That’s a world we want to live in,” the band wrote on Instagram.
November 22, 2023
Lana Del Rey, Vampire Weekend, SZA, and More to Headline Primavera Sound 2024
Other artists set to perform at the Barcelona fest include Pulp, FKA twigs, Mitski, Charli XCX, and The National.
November 21, 2023
Björk and Rosalía Team Up for New Single “Oral” to Combat Fish Farming in Iceland
Arriving with a music video, the song was produced by the two artists alongside Sega Bodega.
November 21, 2023
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Aesop Rock, “Integrated Tech Solutions”
On his ninth studio LP, the veteran emcee offers a parodical look into the corporate mealy-mouthed hollowness that has enveloped so much of our culture.
November 20, 2023
Watch Dinosaur Jr. Bring Out My Bloody Valentine’s Kevin Shields, Cover The Cure’s “Just Like Heaven” at London Show
The group is currently performing a residency at The Garage in London.
November 16, 2023
Watch Pussy Riot Storm Indiana’s Supreme Court in New “God Save Abortion” Campaign
It’s part of a bigger reproductive rights campaign of art actions that Pussy Riot is launching in 2024.
November 15, 2023
Kneecap Recruit Grian Chatten of Fontaines D.C. for New Single “Better Way to Live”
The Irish rap trio has also announced a slew of 2024 North American tour dates.
November 15, 2023
Cuffed Up Sign with Hit the North Records, Share New Singles “Little Wins” and “Love Is…”
Both tracks are accompanied by videos directed by Ben Mehlman.
November 15, 2023
André 3000 Finally Gives in to Fan Demands, Announces Instrumental Album of Woodwind Compositions
New Blue Sun will arrive this Friday, November 17.
November 14, 2023
