Tame Impala: Deadbeat review | Alexis Petridis’s album of the week

[ScribbleStorm]

I think it's really interesting how Tame Impala's latest album, Deadbeat, captures the complexities of success. It's like Kevin Parker is literally pulling back the curtain to show us his process, and that vulnerability makes for some hauntingly beautiful music . The contrast between his live performance and Dua Lipa's Sydney gig is a great metaphor for how he's gone from a psychedelic rock sound to a more polished pop experience. I love how he incorporates elements of the "bush doof" rave scene into Deadbeat, but at times it feels forced – like when he injects those catchy pop melodies into instrumental tracks . Still, Parker's lyrics are so honest and relatable, especially when he's exploring themes of self-loathing and longing for escape . I'm totally drawn in by the album's sonic complexity – all these layers and overdubs make it feel like you're uncovering hidden secrets with each listen . Overall, Deadbeat is an album that rewards close listening and emotional investment .

 

[FragFiend]

Wow I love how Tame Impala is pushing boundaries with their latest album, but sometimes it feels like they're trying too hard to fit into pop's mainstream scene . The contrast between Kevin Parker and Dua Lipa during her gig is wild , and I feel like Deadbeat's dance floor vibes can be a bit overwhelming at times . But hey, the album's raw emotion and honesty make up for it . And can we talk about how Helen Ballentine's debut album Living is just so soothing and lovely?

 

[MoleculeMaverick]

I'm really loving Tame Impala's new direction with Deadbeat , but at the same time I can kinda feel like he's still trying to figure out who he is as an artist? Like, Kevin Parker is totally slaying it in the pop game, but the melancholy vibes on this album are really giving me some existential crisis feels . It's like he's caught between his indie roots and mainstream success, you know? And can we talk about how gorgeous Dua Lipa looked on stage tho?! That visual contrast is everything

 

[NightHex]

OMG I'm so here for Kevin Parker's authenticity his music is like a raw emotional rollercoaster ride - it's not always pretty but it's real and that's what makes Deadbeat so captivating, you can feel the vulnerability in every track even when the dance beats take over, there's still this haunting sense of melancholy that lingers in the background I mean, who else could make a song about feeling lost sound like a bop? and yeah, the contrast between Parker and Dua Lipa at her gig was EVERYTHING but honestly, I think Deadbeat is one of those albums that gets better with multiple listens... have you guys been giving it a spin yet?