As DIIV return, band leader Zachary Cole Smith reveals how losing his home to the LA wildfires inspired their fifth album Zirp!, and discusses working with AG Cook, guitar music and his issues with the industry…

INTERVIEW: BEN HOMEWOOD
PHOTO: JAXON WHITTINGTON

AG Cook produced your new album – why did you want to work with him?

“People have been saying, ‘What a weird combination!’, but I think it makes perfect sense. He’s a true musical innovator. He’s constantly ...