On November 16 and 17th, the 10th annual Tyler the Creator Camp Flog Gnaw festival occurred at Dodger Stadium. Tyler showcased an amazing and very diverse lineup some of which include Playboy Carti, Andre 3000, and Fay Webster. Fans also enjoyed tributes such as “FM: A Tribute to MF Doom”.
Tyler played his hit songs off his recently released album “Chromakopia,” bringing out featuring artists and performing with them, adding a personal touch to the festival. Tyler not only had a performance on Saturday but also made an appearance on Sunday at Earl’s sweatshirt music set.
Riley Tsonas said ” This is my second time going and honestly it’s my favorite weekend of the year, I just love that everyone has great outfits and the music never disappoints”
The festival started back in 2012 as an expression of Tyler’s creative vision and his take on what music is. At first, it started as a one-day event with not many people or headliners but because of its growth in popularity of it, it eventually became a two day event. The name of the festival “flog gnaw” is a playful twist on “Golf Wang” backward. The festival aims to to bring together music and art reflecting on Tyler’s desire to create a safe space and community for his fans. Having started as a small one day festival and turning into a huge 2-day festival with thousands of attendees truly shows the growth of Tyler as an artist. Over the years the lineup has gotten bigger and the community has grown with over 40,000 people attending the festival.
The festival is most known for its carnival-like theme, including amusement park rides, games, and food trucks. The festival also emphasizes inclusivity, with sensory-friendly features and accessible accommodations for those who attend. Camp Flog Gnaw has always been known for its community and self-expression. Fashion has always been a huge part of this festival and attracts a lot of attention the year with people wanting to see what people are wearing. Many people attend the festival just to express their creative fashion choices.
Camp Flog Gnaw continues to thrive, attracting fans from all over the globe to LA to attend the highly famous festival. It remains as a testament to Tyler the creator of cultural impact and his dedication to celebrating people individually and in art.