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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Lorde, Kali Uchis, A$AP Rocky, and More to Headline Governors Ball 2026
The Corona Park fest is set for June 5 – 7.
January 06, 2026
Wilco, The Breeders, and Gang of Four to Headline Solid Sound 2026
Wilco’s annual event is set for June 26 – 28 at MASS MoCA.
December 17, 2025
First Look
Tommy Prine Recruits Lola Kirke, Olivia Wolf, and More for Christmas Special
The video was written, produced, and directed by Contrary Western.
December 17, 2025
First Look
Quazar and the Bamboozled Share “Burning Down the House” Video to Celebrate “Gimme Shelter” Release
The new LA fire relief compilation from FLOOD is out now.
December 16, 2025
Finn Wolfhard Directs Animated Video for George Harrison’s “Give Me Love (Give Me Peace on Earth)”
The first-ever music video for the song was executive produced by Dhani Harrison.
December 16, 2025
5 Questions
5 Questions with Crisis Public Relations
The New York band’s debut EP arrived on December 12.
December 15, 2025
First Listen
Ganavya Recruits the Sams (Gendel and Amidon) for New Tracks “Would Be Better” and “Willow Street”
The singles follow the songwriter’s May release, Milam.
December 12, 2025
Events
No Earbuds Fest Announces Partnership with Artist for Action Ahead of LA Event at The Echo
The fest featuring Prince Daddy & the Hyena, JER, and more is sent for December 14.
December 11, 2025
George Michael to Reissue Debut Album “Faith” on Vinyl
The special edition release will arrive on February 20.
December 11, 2025
J Mascis Shares “Say It On,” Which Is Featured on “Gimme Shelter: Songs for LA Fire Relief”
FLOOD’s new benefit compilation is available to order now.
December 10, 2025
André 3000 Shares Video for His “TRAИƧA” Track, Which Has a Very Long Title
The clip was directed by Lambkin.
December 10, 2025
The Afghan Whigs Return with Poliça and Still Corners Covers
The band tackled the respective artists’ songs “Fake Like“ and “Downtown.”
December 10, 2025
Oxis Is All in on Potatoes on New Single “Fingerling”
The LA-based songwriter’s latest LP, Oxis 8, will arrive on January 16.
December 09, 2025
Breaking
Rocket Are Taking Off on Their Own Terms
The alt-rock quartet talk leveling up from touring with friends and self-releasing music to opening for Smashing Pumpkins and teaming up with Transgressive for their debut LP, R Is for Rocket.
December 04, 2025
Dawn Richard Brings Some Serious Swagger on New Single “A Flex”
The singer revealed that a new album is on the way, too.
December 03, 2025
Ratboys Share “What’s Right?” From Forthcoming LP “Singin’ to an Empty Chair”
The Chicago band’s sixth album will arrive on February 6 via New West Records.
December 03, 2025
Jamie xx Cooks Up a Remix of Robyn’s “Dopamine”
The pop icon debuted her first single in seven years last month.
December 03, 2025
Wet Leg Share Video for “Moisturizer” Standout “Pokemon”
The band was recently nominated for three GRAMMY Awards.
December 03, 2025
Foo Fighters Announce January Kia Forum Show Benefitting Hope the Mission and Los Angeles Mission
Pre-sale for Dave Grohl’s birthday gig will be in-person at the Kia Forum on Sunday, December 7.
December 02, 2025
Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds, Turnstile, and Florence + the Machine Set for Flow Festival 2026
Next year’s event in Helsinki will take place the weekend of August 14.
December 02, 2025
