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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Blur Share Two New “The Ballad of Darren” Bonus Tracks
“The Rabbi” and “The Swan” arrive less than a week after the band’s new LP.
July 25, 2023
Armand Hammer Announce New Album “We Buy Diabetic Test Strips”
The album, which features Junglepussy, Soul Glo vocalist Pierce Jordan, Moor Mother, and more, is out September 29.
July 25, 2023
The Kills Go Coast-to-Coast on New Singles “New York” and “LA Hex”
The band has announced release events for the singles in NYC and LA featuring exclusive merch pop-ups at both.
July 25, 2023
First Listen
Jenny Owen Youngs Revels in Intimacy on New Single “Knife Went In”
Youngs’ new LP Avalanche will arrive on September 22 via Yep Roc Records.
July 25, 2023
Lauren Mayberry of CHVRCHES Announces Solo Debut and Tour
Her solo run kicks off September 4 in Washington, D.C.
July 20, 2023
Essay
Mort Garson’s Universe of Ideas
Sacred Bones’ era-spanning archival collection Journey to the Moon and Beyond highlights the joy of creation as the throughline in the synth pioneer’s career.
July 20, 2023
Vagabon Returns with New Club Single and Video “Do Your Worst”
Lætitia Tamko’s new album Sorry I Haven’t Called is out September 15 via Nonesuch Records.
July 20, 2023
Crumb Share Music Video for New Single “Crushxd”
The visual and track pay homage to a dearly departed turtle.
July 19, 2023
illuminati hotties Return with New Single “Truck”
Sarah Tuzdin is also set to open for boygenius on their forthcoming tour.
July 19, 2023
Big Thief Officially Release Fan-Favorite Track “Vampire Empire”
The single will appear alongside another new track, “Born For Loving You,” on a 7-inch dropping October 20 via 4AD.
July 19, 2023
Neil Young Will Perform at The Roxy to Celebrate Venue’s 50th Anniversary
Young’s performance at the famed 500-capacity venue is set for September 20 as a part of a series of Roxy50 honors and events this fall.
July 18, 2023
First Listen
swim good now Shares Dreamy Folktronica Single “Campfire”
Jon Jasper-Lawless has co-produced tracks with Joji, Daniela Andrade, Gia Margaret, and more.
July 18, 2023
Slowdive Return with Spectral New Single “skin in the game”
everything is alive will arrive on September 1 via Dead Oceans.
July 18, 2023
Some Copies of Taylor Swift’s “Speak Now (Taylor’s Version)” Play Cabaret Voltaire’s “Soul Vine” Instead
After the news went viral on TikTok, Universal Music Group is offering refunds on the defective LPs.
July 13, 2023
KATHLEEN HANNA; TEES 4 TOGO
Kathleen Hanna Announces New Book, “Rebel Girl: My Life as a Feminist Punk”
The Bikini Kill vocalist’s memoir will arrive on May 14.
July 13, 2023
First Listen
Fatboi Sharif and Steel Tipped Dove Go Apocalyptic on “Brandon Lee”
The duo’s new collaborative album Decay will arrive on July 21 via Backwoodz Studioz.
July 13, 2023
Genesis Owusu Returns with Defiant Anthem “Tied Up!”
Owusu is gearing up for a North American fall headlining tour, which will follow his spring run supporting Paramore.
July 12, 2023
The Drums Announce New LP “Jonny,” Share Latest Single “Better”
Jonny Pierce’s sixth album will arrive on October 13 via ANTI- Records.
July 12, 2023
Cherry Glazerr Announces New LP “I Don’t Want You Anymore,” Shares “Soft Like a Flower”
Clementine Creevy’s fourth record will arrive on September 29 via Secretly Canadian.
July 12, 2023
Reviews
Hataałii, “Singing Into Darkness”
The Navajo slacker-rocker’s charming debut creates a push and pull between tightly wound compositions and idly delivered performances.
July 11, 2023
