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Tame Impala's 'Deadbeat': A Dance-Infused Acoustic Debut

10/19/2025

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Tame Impala released the album Deadbeat on October 17, 2025.
Kevin Parker, frontman of Tame Impala, led a four-song acoustic set at NPR's Tiny Desk, featuring 'Dracula', 'Loser', 'Borderline', and 'New Person, Same Old Mistakes'.
The album shifts toward electronic and dance influences and reflects Parker's personal themes, including becoming a father.
The band plans a new U.S. live show rollout later this month.

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Story summary

Tame Impala released the album Deadbeat on October 17, 2025.
Kevin Parker, frontman of Tame Impala, led a four-song acoustic set at NPR's Tiny Desk, featuring 'Dracula', 'Loser', 'Borderline', and 'New Person, Same Old Mistakes'.
The album shifts toward electronic and dance influences and reflects Parker's personal themes, including becoming a father.
The band plans a new U.S. live show rollout later this month.