@@p0k3mn1it being super successful and loved is legit why it was ahead of it’s time. it influenced a lot of different psychedelic type songs. you’re just spewing a bunch of bullshit. Lol.
@AJH it’s easier to appreciate if you’re heartbroken. not saying go get your heart broken so you can appreciate the album but I was able to appreciate it a lot more when I was in my feelings pretty bad.
Nothing beats that change of key at around 3:04 of this track! Probably my favorite part of the whole album. That falsetto that just soars over the groove is intoxicating.
@@tedsmith2137 creep is radiohead's most known song, does that mean its their best or even good atleast? No. "The less i know the better" is not a bad song, but it's only popular cause its a catchy tune
I'm surprised there was almost no comment on the lyrics. One of my favorite things about this album is that it's a breakup album from the perspective of the one who called the breakup, which you don't hear often.
Can’t agree with you more on that. I feel like you have to keep listening to the album to really feel the psychedelic wavy type wave he’s trying to deliver.
Its really a masterpiece tbh. The first track is about death, and the ending guitar bit in the first song is so powerful to me. Every other song is a part of the narrators life that has flashed before his eyes. Anything less than 8 is injustice for a rating
the album grows on you ive heard it so many times, the aesthetic and way Kevin Parker made this music and arranged it is brilliant and I think its one of the best albums I've ever heard
The explosive drums when he say "like an arrow" and the amazing guitar when he goes "do you remember the time we were by the ocean" I've listened to the record more than 100 time on a daily basis and I love it, all of it but this track from the first listen to this day is my favorite. this track gets me from 0 to 100 to 0 again a true poetic and emotional roller coaster.
One of my favourites songs in this album is 'Disciples'. It just happens to be one of those overlook songs mainly due to its short duration. But, because I tend to listen to this album very often (and Tame Impala in general) I eventually winded up loving this track very much. The change from the first 'lo-fi-ish' part to a clearer sound is fenomenal.
The weird thing about album reviews is like... you're mostly hearing what someone thinks about an album. Liking an album is not a technical thing, and this album is one of my favorite albums ever, and I have no rationale behind it. I don't even know if he's playing synths or guitars, I don't care. I don't know anything about low pass filters and production. I just like how it sounds. When he's singing I'm not thinking "he's singing falsetto." I'm just enjoying it.
Really love Currents. When I listen to music with lyrics I generally don't pay attention to words, it's nothing more than another instrument to me adding onto the grand sound. It doesn't matter that he sings about completely bullshit because it just sounds aesthetically nice. I usually prefer instrumental music over sang music but this album really does the intrumental area a good full job rather than many modern music where you can visibly hear silent cuts cuts there are so minimal instruments being used. Currents is bae
He doesn't sing about bullshit, Currents had very poetic, introspective lyrics imo. Simple, but impactful and well-written. It all works together throughout the album too. I wish the vocals were louder and clearer really. However, The Slow Rush was a bit more generic with the lyrics
That’s when I knew he just gave into the industry. Knowing him, he never gave into the industry, now that they pay him, his sold out and lost his credibility. He would rather have an EDM ARTIST with heavy electric and say Tame Impala is more Electronic 😂😂😂😂 this guy is a fucking joke!!!!!!!!!!!!!’
The songs get repetitive and boring after a while if listening, since there is almost no vocal variation. Some of the songs are great but after a while it starts to feel like the same song with a different chorus and melody over and over. Still a good album but giving a 7 isn’t crazy.
For me this is a perfect album, it changed my life for better. Just a masterpiece. Giving Currents a "Light 7" is like saying that Jimi Hendrix was an "average guitarist" lol.
The mood 'let it happen' creates at parties is just surrealistic. Is a masterpiece, just as 'the less I know the better' which is he best rock song in the last years...Currents deserved an eight at least, just saying..
Hornwiesel Stuart Ayers I know Pitchfork is shitty and pretentious. What amazes me is that this is not the kind of album they usually give a 9 to. And honestly who cares about reviews? Whether its pitchfork, Fantano or NME. If you like it, that's all it matters.
BillyPilgrim There are some that they give 9+ to that just seem like they do it in such an air of pretension that it's ridiculous. This one they were spot on with and I feel like they put their bullshit aside. If they gave this below an 8 it would hurt their business, because there's no way Tame Impala is bad music.
As of now, I like Currents more than Lonerism on the whole. I don't even like listening to Lonerism the whole way through. Also, this is irrelevant but the album artwork is A+ and maybe the best of the year so far next to TPAB.
it is very annoying when you find a fellow Tame Impala fan and they sneer at you, saying "yeah I bet Currents is the only album you've heard". Yes, Currents is my favourite, but I enjoy all 3 LP's, Innerspeaker is fantastic, and Lonerism is a close second favourite. I agree with Anthony here though, Currents does feel unfinished at times, and from what I've read in interviews, Kevin feels the same, he even said that he thinks "this album will never be finished" and he thinks to this day that it's "unlistenable"
I can't wait to see the direction Tame Impala takes on their next album. Will it it more electronic oriented, or psychedelic rock oriented? Or, maybe something different. Either way, I look forward to it.
I found this band completely randomly and this ended up being one of my favorite albums in recent years. they've completely mastered their style and aesthetic w/o t this album
I really enjoyed this album. I totally see what you mean about the vocals, but I'm of the opinion that they're not *supposed* to be an interesting centrepiece to Tame Impala songs, the hooks and interest come from the layering of those awesome psychedelic elements, drums, guitars/synths. IMO the voice should allow the music to take centre stage, and Currents lets it happen (huehuehue).
Man, I don't think I've ever agreed with Anthony. IMO this album is a psych-rock masterpiece. Also, I don't understand how anyone can find "Cause' I'm a Man" exhausting. I listen to that song AT LEAST once a day. Ultimate chill song, next to "Let Go" by Ark Patrol.
Couldn’t agree more really, I feel like most times I want his taste to be mine and wish I agreed with him more but usually he kinda misses the point from my perspective.
Cause I’m A Man is one of my favorite songs of all time tbh. Instantly fell in love with it. It’s sonically stunning and I never get sick of it, no matter how long it’s on repeat 💛
Light 7?! The song The Less I Know the Better is a masterpiece, but Let it Happen is the musical equivalent of the Sistine Chapel. Lonerism was fantastic, but Currents changed my perspective about what music could be forever and it requires multiple listens to truly appreciate it (with some high quality headphones). "Disappointed in this review" would be an understatement.
Disciples is my song of the year so far. Brevity does not equal unfinished, it's a complete story. This review made me cry... No time spent talking about the stories or poetry on here which is probably Kevin's biggest progression. Also... the bridge on New Person, Same Old Mistakes is pure bliss.
Past life is my favorite track on this album. When the ""From a paaaast liiiiiffe"" Part comes on it feels like I'm skydiving on ecstasy into some sort of magical fantasy land.
@@mattdrutis6036 The intro is the worst part. I'm always holding out for that "From a paaaaast liiiiiife" refrain whenever the spoken word takes centre stage.
Nangs is the best song I’ve ever heard in my life. Simple one line: “But is there something more than that?” with the music swelling is the reason why it is the best song on the track. Heavily underrated and simple.
Wow, this takes a turn at 5:50. It's like he was drinking while listening, and the second half just washed over him. The last track 'New person same mistakes' is, isolated on its own, an amazing aural experience,... it's own incredible little voyage. Man I know it's hard to digest, but I think he reviewed this under a deadline and would love to revisiting it later.
Anthony, thank you for all you do. I stopped following your channel about a year ago, because I just felt overwhelmed by keeping up with all the new music, but I've returned and you still got it brotha. Great review.
Death grips is literal trash. It's some idiot spewing "woke" shit into the mic while random sounds play. People want to like it to be different. Its actually trash
@@Dieorgetbusy wow thanks man, after reading this "woke" comment i've come to realize that death grips was just a counter-culture sham the entire time and my ears were lying to me. appreciate it
theneedledrop I had the same problem with the vocals on the singles, especially "Cause I'm a man". I had to laugh when you said you had one issue with the record, cause I said to myself: Vocals. And then you said it. Have not listened to the whole album yet, but now I know what to expect.
Personally, I was pleased with the change on this album. What Kevin started on Innerspeaker, he perfected on Lonerism and só he had to move on. I find every single song on this album very catchy (only like 2 arent on the same level as the others) and its a nice change of space. This album feels more acessible and relatable. Sure, it doesnt put u on that state of trance like the previous 2, but I know that if i want that, ill just go listen to Lonerism and enter that dimension. Do agree that because this a more pop album it can make u a bit bored when u reach the latter songs, specially with the dumbed down lyrics. But if u treat it like a pop, sugary record, u know the rush will end up sickening you. So treat it with 'respect' and apreciate its characteristics to the fullest. Decent to strong 7 for me.
orlafiis it's the Yeezus effect. Kanye had perfected his sound on MBDTF, and he had to change it or it would just end up being lesser versions of that album
many singles here are amazing..more than Lonerism...but as a Whole Album all together...not so much...while Lonerism as a whole is just Mind Blowing.... Innerspeaker 8/10 Lonerism 9.5/10 Currents 8.5/10
Ishraque Noor For me, it's: InnerSpeaker>Lonerism>Currents. Although, I personally hate putting stuff like this in order and/or putting numbers on it. I love each album for different reasons.
The Less I Know The Better was number 4 in Australia's national music poll (Triple J Hottest 100) beating Let it Happen at number 5. I thought it was the best track and I'm surprised you didn't mention it. #fucktrevor
I thought it was a great record, I'm kinda upset that I listened to a lot of singles before its release, I felt it would have been a more epic experience for me like I had with Lonerism if I would have not listened to any of them. Let it happen is seriously the best track on the album, the last minutes of that song with the guitar is simply genius. And the song Less I Know The Better, is a fantastic great track.
Been listening to the album more and more it has seriously grown on me, I'm interested and hearing the differences with the cd version and the vinyl. :)
As my introduction to Tame Impala, I liked Currents right from the first listen, but after repeated listenings the album grew on me more and more. Some tracks pushed me out of my comfort zone (a good thing) while some hit home right away, but I have grown to love every song on this album! Perturbator's "The Uncanny Valley" and Gost's "Non Paradisi" would be fantastic future reviews from you! Cheers
+mark miraglia an acid trip isn't necessarily going to change your music tastes - it might broaden or enhance your listening experience but if you don't like it then it probably won't make it any more enjoyable
I personally really enjoyed this album. To me the title Currents implies change. As human beings we naturally evolve and Currents really embodies that to me. To quote a line from this album: "They say people never change, but that's bullshit; they do." Now in comparison to Lonerism, I love currents just as much; just in a different way. Lonerism felt more nostalgic to me while dealing with issues such as being an outcast and unrequited love. While, Currents felt more futuristic and almost swapped roles of ( Kevin I'm assuming being the one breaking hearts). Different experiences cause for different sounds and I totally dig it.
This album changed my life when it came out and continues to do so. I still love Lonerism more, and that's saying something about Tame Impala. I was your typical 70s progressive rock nerd back then, and this album proved to me pop music can be just as meaningful, progressive, complex and introspective. And opened me up to so much new music. I was already a Lonerism fan when this album dropped, but unlike many Tame Impala fans back then who were mostly Rock people, I wasn't turned off by it. In fact on the contrary Currents turned me on to a whole new world of music. After this I got into R&B and hip hop a bit. And there was also the lyrics. These lyrics are really introspective and emotional and were very helpful to me during break ups I went through since then.
***** one of the biggest musical surprises of this year for me. I didn't care a whole lot for any of the singles, but tracks like Magnifique and Primetime are absolutely gorgeous.
"And it does make tracks like 'Cause I'm a man' kind of exhausting" "On 'Reality in motion' the vocals are so passionless" Eat some shrooms and you'll give the album a 12...
We gave Currents a 9.6, but that's because we really loved the psychedelic soulful pop that came from Kevin Parker and the gang. "The Moment" and "Yes I'm Changing" are tracks that really exemplify their 80s' synth-pop homage and their experimentation of their sound to be geared more towards color. Currents is definitely not as psych-rock as Innerspeaker and Lonerism, but it's a hell of an album. We admire the album enough to give it a 9.6 out of 10, but we can definitely understand why Fontano gave it a 7.
I prefer the earlier more psychedelic tame impala, but I still love this album- let it happen, the moment, less I know the better, disciples, nangs....... All great stuff, and I think let it happen is probably one of their best songs!
Reed They're about the same. 4 or 5 good to great songs and the rest is meh. I will give Lonerism the nod though because the good songs on that one were slightly better overall than the ones here.
After he released Cause I'm a Man, I was pretty worried the album would be shit. Thankfully it wasn't. The first 6 or 7 tracks are incredible, and then starts to fall off. Let It Happen, Eventually and The Less I Know The Better are some of Kevin's best songs. Disciples and the ending track are also pretty good and the rest are average at best. Past Life is the only songs I really don't like. But other than that, I loved the change. 8/10 for me.
Can someone explain this to me? Are the albums on the right stuff he’s listening two at the time of recording? Or is it stuff he already reviewed and really likes?
yall are tripping!!! album was fucking flawless, in my opinion way better than Lonerism, i like more tracks on here. My faves are "the less i know the better", eventually, let it happen, cause i'm a man, disciples, yes I'm changing. best album of the year so far! I'll wait for SIlversun Pickups though they might change my mind! ;)
Let It Happen is a 7 minute masterpiece
+Dynamite Studios And the last track too, completely agree. This was a huge step down for Kevin in my opinion
The Moment is also really good
i really havent gotten too much into that song :/
yes
Charms Abso-frigin-lutly
This album aged so well.. You can re-listen to it today and stills sounding fresh. I think its production influenced a lot indie music.
It was definitely ahead of its time
i just discovered it today. Love it!
@@FrankLenzMMAI’m jealous that you barely heard it. I wish I could hear it again for the first time
@@beastcubing189 it wasn’t ahead of its time lmao it’s not even that old and when it released it was super successful and loved
@@p0k3mn1it being super successful and loved is legit why it was ahead of it’s time. it influenced a lot of different psychedelic type songs. you’re just spewing a bunch of bullshit. Lol.
The lord himself could drop an album and Melon would give it a 6 to a light 7
Unless its class music of course. Then it gets a 9+
did someone say The Slow Rush
@@fae1716 Still baffled by that
It is so diverse man, Pitchfork gave excellent score 9.3 out of ten, but Robert Crhistgau just two star out of five.
So MBDTF?
Albums a 10/10 and nothing can change my mind; it's a once and a lifetime sort of expirience
Agree, i can't even say an exact number. Cause it was so fucking influental to me (and still is)
i agreeeeee
@AJH it’s easier to appreciate if you’re heartbroken. not saying go get your heart broken so you can appreciate the album but I was able to appreciate it a lot more when I was in my feelings pretty bad.
true. Everything about it is perfect.
i listen to it once a week and couldnt agree more
'Yes, Im Changing' was actually a diss track to Cal
Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha
Glenn Miles you serious hahahaha
+Scott Urwin she must be new on the channel
+Glenn Miles 1:33 - 1:50
kev S are you stupid?
new person, same old mistakes
nobody talking about a sick track
Favorite track tbh
King Matty B Raps Same here! My favorite track on the album for sure!
King Matty B Raps Exactly. I thought the same thing.
Nothing beats that change of key at around 3:04 of this track! Probably my favorite part of the whole album. That falsetto that just soars over the groove is intoxicating.
That's actually my least favorite song
nangs is terribly underrated
It's a sin how short it is.
That's the point.
yeah if you know what nangs are you will understand
+Paper Tiger ...But is there something more than that?
Tim Mensa nangs is d best
“the less i know the better is pretty good too” *That song becomes tame impalas most well known song*
Ted Smith “great”
i mean its not his best, as he said it, it was good. Just because its his most well known doesnt mean its great
yeah just cause its their most popular song doesnt mean it's good lol
Antonio Donev well the masses say otherwise
@@tedsmith2137 creep is radiohead's most known song, does that mean its their best or even good atleast? No. "The less i know the better" is not a bad song, but it's only popular cause its a catchy tune
I am extremely surprised "The less I know the better" wasn't even in the top tracks, that song is beautiful
Alec Price that song is one of best songs I've ever heard 😂🙏🏼
the song is alright but kevin definitely has better songs
fuck yeah
All the songs are amazing
The baseline is like I've lived an entire life only to find out it wasn't real. Truly cathartic
I'm surprised there was almost no comment on the lyrics. One of my favorite things about this album is that it's a breakup album from the perspective of the one who called the breakup, which you don't hear often.
TheGooseinator Very good point. I never realized this different point of view :)
Agreed, great perspective
How did you catch that? Was it a certain lyric ?
@@nickgavrilis2079 the song eventually sums it up pretty well
@@nickgavrilis2079 buddy 😭 listen to the album
This album changed my entire perspective of life forever.
Trevor Payne wow! how?
boris stoner probably mixed with psychedelics. Very recommendable.
Can’t agree with you more on that. I feel like you have to keep listening to the album to really feel the psychedelic wavy type wave he’s trying to deliver.
Its really a masterpiece tbh. The first track is about death, and the ending guitar bit in the first song is so powerful to me. Every other song is a part of the narrators life that has flashed before his eyes. Anything less than 8 is injustice for a rating
The album or the drugs you took while listening?
the album grows on you ive heard it so many times, the aesthetic and way Kevin Parker made this music and arranged it is brilliant and I think its one of the best albums I've ever heard
hippiecheezburger I agree
same here
Are you the return of Jezuz 🅱hrist
I feel exacly the same
This album is still on heavy rotation for me six years later. A true masterpiece
i agree Joe
Love/Paranoia is such an underrated track on the album.
Agree
Chloé Watson it's my favorite track on the whole album
The explosive drums when he say "like an arrow" and the amazing guitar when he goes "do you remember the time we were by the ocean" I've listened to the record more than 100 time on a daily basis and I love it, all of it but this track from the first listen to this day is my favorite. this track gets me from 0 to 100 to 0 again a true poetic and emotional roller coaster.
ghaith ghazi Also, the way he sings “Are you sure? I heard those words before” it’s my favorite track.
@@BINFP its my fav song of all time
Disciples is one of the grooviest tracks on this album, surprised Fantano doesnt get down to it...probably can't dance
ILikeEthanDaily thank you, I was looking for this. Awesome track!
I love the song, just wish it felt more complete. He’s right saying it’s unfinished.
I think the fact that it’s short adds to the song... it’s short and sweet. Some of the best things in life don’t last
probably my fuckin favorite.. especially since it’s so short
WOW WTF i literally commented this... then scrolled down and seen what i wrote hahaha
I'll be listening to this album when I'm 95.
im not gonna make it to 95
How old are u now then
Are you still listening to it?
aye you still alive man ?
Bro actually died
looking back at it 4 years after, that's definitely an 8 or 9
I agree. Nangs is actually one of my favorites but like everybody hated it back in the day for some reason
One of my favourites songs in this album is 'Disciples'. It just happens to be one of those overlook songs mainly due to its short duration. But, because I tend to listen to this album very often (and Tame Impala in general) I eventually winded up loving this track very much. The change from the first 'lo-fi-ish' part to a clearer sound is fenomenal.
I think an 8 is fair, not a 9 at all
Its a 10 for me
It’s a 9
Each bass line melts face
Meatwood Flac Upon first hearing this album, I thought, "Man, this bass player and drummer are so in sync theyre like the same fucking person." lol
"The drums are really boom-y and crisp-y." - Anthony Impalano, 2015
What is wrong with that comment?
who talks like that, that actually appreciates music?
Tamethony Impalano
Juan Rivera hes a reviewer not a fucking normal person
Anthame Impalano
I just discovered tame impala yesterday and holy fuck....
yeah ive recently just started listening to them and its incredible.
Join the club we have jackets
+CaratGlobbins this album godly af nangs is literally a hip hop beat
+uaedanycam yeah I know, that's why Rihanna covered one of their songs
+CaratGlobbins covered it nicely too
The weird thing about album reviews is like... you're mostly hearing what someone thinks about an album. Liking an album is not a technical thing, and this album is one of my favorite albums ever, and I have no rationale behind it. I don't even know if he's playing synths or guitars, I don't care. I don't know anything about low pass filters and production. I just like how it sounds. When he's singing I'm not thinking "he's singing falsetto." I'm just enjoying it.
Really love Currents. When I listen to music with lyrics I generally don't pay attention to words, it's nothing more than another instrument to me adding onto the grand sound. It doesn't matter that he sings about completely bullshit because it just sounds aesthetically nice. I usually prefer instrumental music over sang music but this album really does the intrumental area a good full job rather than many modern music where you can visibly hear silent cuts cuts there are so minimal instruments being used. Currents is bae
Eventuallyyyyyyyyyy ahhhhhhhhiahhhhhahhahhhahhhaaa
@@MrGlitchOutt yessir
He doesn't sing about bullshit, Currents had very poetic, introspective lyrics imo. Simple, but impactful and well-written. It all works together throughout the album too. I wish the vocals were louder and clearer really.
However, The Slow Rush was a bit more generic with the lyrics
instablaster.
Same
I think this is one of the best albums of the past 3 years,
Elephantricity correct
What?
Not gonna lie found this band by accident while I was high
best way to find them
accidentally found the band and then got high*
Thats really sad :/
I'm really high watching this review
Same 😊🌿😌
He gave Olivia Rodrigo's album an 8 btw.
Sometimes I wonder if that video was a joke.
That’s when I knew he just gave into the industry. Knowing him, he never gave into the industry, now that they pay him, his sold out and lost his credibility. He would rather have an EDM ARTIST with heavy electric and say Tame Impala is more Electronic 😂😂😂😂 this guy is a fucking joke!!!!!!!!!!!!!’
Least favorite track is Disciples!? You're crazy.
Kevin King Agreed, probably one of my favorites on the album.
My thoughts exactly, that's my favorite track.
Kevin King I love it, but you have to agree it ends weirdly with that fade-out and looks like an unfinished song
Disciples is the only one I really enjoyed thoroughly.
Disciples sounds like it's right out of Lonerism lol
Duuuuuude, I really disagree with your opinion on the vocals.
R Moocher2 thanks captain obvious
baby bree I think his vocals are kind of an acquired taste. I at first found them iffy but now I’m used to it and it and I love them now
baby bree listen to “List of People” it has way different vocals to all his other songs
For me the vocals are actually good as they are sung, but they have all this reverb that after some time makes them feel very distant and emotionless
I felt like my heart was breaking when he dissed the vocals, and I'm super picky about vocals in general.
"I don't like things changing!" You're awesome, Cal Chuchesta.
I know this is a positive review, but I truly cannot comprehend the mind of a person who thinks this is anything less than an 8.
Bro, its a 10
@@bryanmontillafolrez2425 hella late reply but its one of my top 2 albums imo and definitly a 10 and tame's best work
The songs get repetitive and boring after a while if listening, since there is almost no vocal variation. Some of the songs are great but after a while it starts to feel like the same song with a different chorus and melody over and over. Still a good album but giving a 7 isn’t crazy.
@@atticuslanderholm1516 I can say that even after all these years, my opinion hasn’t changed.
For me this is a perfect album, it changed my life for better. Just a masterpiece. Giving Currents a "Light 7" is like saying that Jimi Hendrix was an "average guitarist" lol.
Yeah bro is a goofball
I think it's a masterpiece. I really do.
The mood 'let it happen' creates at parties is just surrealistic. Is a masterpiece, just as 'the less I know the better' which is he best rock song in the last years...Currents deserved an eight at least, just saying..
@Dylan Love Yep and rock song? Ehhhh
hahahahahahahhaha best rock song in the last years hahaha imagine even thinking the less I know the better is a rock song
@@felixmontanez4090 tame fans are funny
Less I know the better..... rock song............ holdup
It's a disco song.
This album made me pregnant.
Hell yeah
My condolences.
Ser Abiótico what a blessing
Me too
Eventually is a modern masterpiece. The first time I heard it, I didn't stop for 3 days. One of the best songs of this century in my humble opinion.
just keep in mind this is the same score as lil pump mixtape, light 7. doesn't seem so good anymore
Wow Pitchfork gave it a 9.3 and Anthony a 7. This album must be something else-
BillyPilgrim Lol Pitchfork is full of shit. Remember when they gave Modern Vampires of the City a 9.3 also? Who cares about that record now? nobody.
BillyPilgrim opinions
Hornwiesel Stuart Ayers I know Pitchfork is shitty and pretentious. What amazes me is that this is not the kind of album they usually give a 9 to. And honestly who cares about reviews? Whether its pitchfork, Fantano or NME. If you like it, that's all it matters.
BillyPilgrim It is epic. Each album they come out with, it just gets better and better...
BillyPilgrim There are some that they give 9+ to that just seem like they do it in such an air of pretension that it's ridiculous. This one they were spot on with and I feel like they put their bullshit aside. If they gave this below an 8 it would hurt their business, because there's no way Tame Impala is bad music.
As of now, I like Currents more than Lonerism on the whole. I don't even like listening to Lonerism the whole way through. Also, this is irrelevant but the album artwork is A+ and maybe the best of the year so far next to TPAB.
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Grant Jackson probably doesn't have much to do during the day
Agreed, I adore the cover art
Dom's Sketch Cast bom and his dhite witches
Dom's Sketch Cast I like how dom's review channel lies within the comment sections of anthony's review channel
it is very annoying when you find a fellow Tame Impala fan and they sneer at you, saying "yeah I bet Currents is the only album you've heard". Yes, Currents is my favourite, but I enjoy all 3 LP's, Innerspeaker is fantastic, and Lonerism is a close second favourite. I agree with Anthony here though, Currents does feel unfinished at times, and from what I've read in interviews, Kevin feels the same, he even said that he thinks "this album will never be finished" and he thinks to this day that it's "unlistenable"
then why the fuck did he release it if it's unfinished?
delicious0kek Record Label made him, you can't just refuse to drop an album in the middle of a contract
De Morte Tape aww :(
I can't wait to see the direction Tame Impala takes on their next album. Will it it more electronic oriented, or psychedelic rock oriented? Or, maybe something different. Either way, I look forward to it.
Take it further back; listen to The Dee Dee Dums. Kevin Parker’s contribution to the Australian stoner rock scene around 2004. So good
I found this band completely randomly and this ended up being one of my favorite albums in recent years. they've completely mastered their style and aesthetic w/o t this album
Jesse Compton it's not a band
Only one guy records all the music @Revo Red
I found it in a porn video. Elephant was playing in the background
@@zacarribuffet8882 what's the name of the video? I promise that it's just for research purposes only.
@@zacarribuffet8882 thats hilarious
Once you hear them live they’re nothing but a 10/10. Unreal experience
his singing used to be shite live but he’s improved a lot
Fully agree
The light show is not like anything else.
*still waiting for review of nickelback album that came out a year ago*
Don't even expect him to review anything nickelback.
Pennyback is the best band ever.
TG/twistedganondorf The review would have ended up on thatistheplan if it was gonna happen at all. That ain't main-channel shit.
TG/twistedganondorf Refer to the Dark Sky Paradise review.
TG/twistedganondorf Check out the Limp Bizkit review and tape a Nickelback pic in the corner.
I really enjoyed this album. I totally see what you mean about the vocals, but I'm of the opinion that they're not *supposed* to be an interesting centrepiece to Tame Impala songs, the hooks and interest come from the layering of those awesome psychedelic elements, drums, guitars/synths. IMO the voice should allow the music to take centre stage, and Currents lets it happen (huehuehue).
Tell me you are Brazilian without telling me you are Brazilian.
After the NBA finals, everyone shazammed same old mistakes.. and man, that track is fire.
rkr402
Although some thought it was Rihanna
Man, I don't think I've ever agreed with Anthony. IMO this album is a psych-rock masterpiece. Also, I don't understand how anyone can find "Cause' I'm a Man" exhausting. I listen to that song AT LEAST once a day. Ultimate chill song, next to "Let Go" by Ark Patrol.
Wholly agree, “‘Cause I’m a Man” was an instant fave for me
Couldn’t agree more really, I feel like most times I want his taste to be mine and wish I agreed with him more but usually he kinda misses the point from my perspective.
Cause I'm a man is my favorite song off the album and I'm not even a man 😂
Cause I’m A Man is one of my favorite songs of all time tbh. Instantly fell in love with it. It’s sonically stunning and I never get sick of it, no matter how long it’s on repeat 💛
I agree with him quite a bit but not this time
Light 7?! The song The Less I Know the Better is a masterpiece, but Let it Happen is the musical equivalent of the Sistine Chapel. Lonerism was fantastic, but Currents changed my perspective about what music could be forever and it requires multiple listens to truly appreciate it (with some high quality headphones). "Disappointed in this review" would be an understatement.
Nah
kevin parker is also my lord and savior, I get you bro
I compare let it happen to bohemian rhapsody for this decade
Ryan Wonderlin Poor performance by Fantano on this
Nah
Disciples is my song of the year so far. Brevity does not equal unfinished, it's a complete story. This review made me cry... No time spent talking about the stories or poetry on here which is probably Kevin's biggest progression. Also... the bridge on New Person, Same Old Mistakes is pure bliss.
I agree with you completely, disciples is rad
Max Kennedy new person. same old mistakes is such a fuckin great song. probs my favourite off the album, you tell em kev.
"flawed" ?? This is pure art, possibly the greatest album ever made.
@arttu I agree with you, this isn't even his best record and the vocals are annoying.
“Greatest”? It is a good album, but c’mon lmao
@@johnl6192it’s called having an opinion dumbass
Past life is my favorite track on this album. When the
""From a paaaast liiiiiffe""
Part comes on it feels like I'm skydiving on ecstasy into some sort of magical fantasy land.
The intro is great too
@@mattdrutis6036 The intro is the worst part. I'm always holding out for that "From a paaaaast liiiiiife" refrain whenever the spoken word takes centre stage.
@@mattdrutis6036 past life, nangs, the moment, and gossip are my favorite
Yhyh same the dudes monologue makes it 10x better aswl Kevin's a genius bro
Best album of the 2010s.
Absolutely
Yep
No top 5
Bruh this is not even the best psychedelic rock album of the 2010s.
While Currents is one of the best albums of the 2010s, Lonerism is one of the best albums of the century 😳
Nangs is the best song I’ve ever heard in my life. Simple one line: “But is there something more than that?” with the music swelling is the reason why it is the best song on the track. Heavily underrated and simple.
Wow, this takes a turn at 5:50. It's like he was drinking while listening, and the second half just washed over him. The last track 'New person same mistakes' is, isolated on its own, an amazing aural experience,... it's own incredible little voyage. Man I know it's hard to digest, but I think he reviewed this under a deadline and would love to revisiting it later.
love how you used the “brand new person, same old mistakes” lyrics at the end there! i read it out with Kevin Parker’s voice heh
Times glasses were adjusted: 14
Anthony, thank you for all you do. I stopped following your channel about a year ago, because I just felt overwhelmed by keeping up with all the new music, but I've returned and you still got it brotha. Great review.
Don’t even bump tame impala but this album is a 10
*gives death grips 10/10 but tame impala a 7/10*
Death grips literally sounds like someone shitting into a microphone
Death grips is literal trash. It's some idiot spewing "woke" shit into the mic while random sounds play. People want to like it to be different. Its actually trash
yeah i thought he was going to rip kevin a new one
@@Dieorgetbusy wow thanks man, after reading this "woke" comment i've come to realize that death grips was just a counter-culture sham the entire time and my ears were lying to me. appreciate it
@Robbie Petrino death grips is retard music.
THOUGHTS ON THE NEW TAME IMPALA ALBUM!!!!!!!!!!!
theneedledrop WELL UNLIKE YOU I THOUGHT IT WAS D A N K S H I T
theneedledrop Cal's input sounded like it could be an MC Ride lyric.
"I DON' LIKE THING'S CHANGIN'!"
Did you like Nangs? Thats was kick ass.
theneedledrop I had the same problem with the vocals on the singles, especially "Cause I'm a man". I had to laugh when you said you had one issue with the record, cause I said to myself: Vocals. And then you said it. Have not listened to the whole album yet, but now I know what to expect.
good 6.7
Personally, I was pleased with the change on this album. What Kevin started on Innerspeaker, he perfected on Lonerism and só he had to move on.
I find every single song on this album very catchy (only like 2 arent on the same level as the others) and its a nice change of space. This album feels more acessible and relatable. Sure, it doesnt put u on that state of trance like the previous 2, but I know that if i want that, ill just go listen to Lonerism and enter that dimension.
Do agree that because this a more pop album it can make u a bit bored when u reach the latter songs, specially with the dumbed down lyrics. But if u treat it like a pop, sugary record, u know the rush will end up sickening you. So treat it with 'respect' and apreciate its characteristics to the fullest.
Decent to strong 7 for me.
Autocorrect messing with me.
orlafiis it's the Yeezus effect. Kanye had perfected his sound on MBDTF, and he had to change it or it would just end up being lesser versions of that album
Michael Di Gennaro Yep, Kanye was the first artist to ever switch up his sound. A true visionary.
Henry Hill just using the first thing that came off my head lmao, every great artist has
In my opinion I honestly think The less I know the better is their best song to date, but as their albums go I'd have to give it to lonerism
This album is a strong 9/10 to me
*10/10
many singles here are amazing..more than Lonerism...but as a Whole Album all together...not so much...while Lonerism as a whole is just Mind Blowing....
Innerspeaker 8/10
Lonerism 9.5/10
Currents 8.5/10
I feel exactly the same way, but bump all the ratings up by a half
Ishraque Noor For me, it's: InnerSpeaker>Lonerism>Currents. Although, I personally hate putting stuff like this in order and/or putting numbers on it. I love each album for different reasons.
The Less I Know The Better was number 4 in Australia's national music poll (Triple J Hottest 100) beating Let it Happen at number 5. I thought it was the best track and I'm surprised you didn't mention it. #fucktrevor
He did tho
This album should've been a 9 or 10
agreed. 8.5 minimum. He's on something
it is a 9 or a 10. depending on who is listening, music is subjective bro
Album was okay but "Yes, I'm Changing" is one of my favourite songs of the year.
James Farmer Gotta agree with you there. Love that song.
I agree! Lol I'm addicted to that song!!! It's so chill.
***** IMO it really picks up at the end when the harpsichord kicks in.
***** No, cause im a man was FAR worse
I love Yes I'm changing. Especially the second half where the music changes a bit
Everyone mentions MBDTF with Anthony, but I believe this was melons most daring take. Currents for me is a top 3 album of the 2010s.
Funny you say that, the fans hated currents when it dropped. This is one of the more positive reviews from that time.
The Moment! Definitely a stellar track!
THIS ALBUM IS FUCKING AMAZING. Every song is a shot straight through my heart. Eventually is like non stop chills
I love that it took him until their 3rd album for him to finally realise that it is Kevin doing pretty much all of the work lmao
I thought it was a great record, I'm kinda upset that I listened to a lot of singles before its release, I felt it would have been a more epic experience for me like I had with Lonerism if I would have not listened to any of them. Let it happen is seriously the best track on the album, the last minutes of that song with the guitar is simply genius. And the song Less I Know The Better, is a fantastic great track.
Been listening to the album more and more it has seriously grown on me, I'm interested and hearing the differences with the cd version and the vinyl. :)
As my introduction to Tame Impala, I liked Currents right from the first listen, but after repeated listenings the album grew on me more and more. Some tracks pushed me out of my comfort zone (a good thing) while some hit home right away, but I have grown to love every song on this album!
Perturbator's "The Uncanny Valley" and Gost's "Non Paradisi" would be fantastic future reviews from you!
Cheers
take acid and listen to the entire album. it'll make a whole lot of sense
+mark miraglia Can't help thinking it would just amplify what you like or dislike about it, with the balance ending up the same.
Molto Benny absolutely not at all. It's a completely different experience and the whole album just makes a lot of sense.
+mark miraglia an acid trip isn't necessarily going to change your music tastes - it might broaden or enhance your listening experience but if you don't like it then it probably won't make it any more enjoyable
HarryLillis98 I never said it would change your taste. I already loved the album, but then it blew my mind.
I thought I was the only one, this album takes you on an adventure while tripping it's unbelievable
My favorite album cover of all time. A true classic.
I personally really enjoyed this album. To me the title Currents implies change. As human beings we naturally evolve and Currents really embodies that to me. To quote a line from this album: "They say people never change, but that's bullshit; they do." Now in comparison to Lonerism, I love currents just as much; just in a different way. Lonerism felt more nostalgic to me while dealing with issues such as being an outcast and unrequited love. While, Currents felt more futuristic and almost swapped roles of ( Kevin I'm assuming being the one breaking hearts). Different experiences cause for different sounds and I totally dig it.
Anthony, how do you think the Dark Knight is going to be able to defeat the Man of Steel?
With a really shit movie
+Andre Novacaine I concur
Andre Novacaine kek best comment ever
i love your music and did not expect to see you here
It’s aged so well to this day 10/10 I enjoyed every song on relisten
This album changed my life when it came out and continues to do so. I still love Lonerism more, and that's saying something about Tame Impala.
I was your typical 70s progressive rock nerd back then, and this album proved to me pop music can be just as meaningful, progressive, complex and introspective. And opened me up to so much new music.
I was already a Lonerism fan when this album dropped, but unlike many Tame Impala fans back then who were mostly Rock people, I wasn't turned off by it. In fact on the contrary Currents turned me on to a whole new world of music. After this I got into R&B and hip hop a bit.
And there was also the lyrics. These lyrics are really introspective and emotional and were very helpful to me during break ups I went through since then.
Innerspeaker - 7/10
Lonerism - 9/10
Currents - 10/10
The Slow Rush - 8/10
cagethefoxtrick I agree
Innerspeaker - 6/10
Lonerism - 8/10
Currents - 7/10
The Slow Rush - 6/10
Review Albert Hammond Jr. Momentary Masters?
Gabe Zarate agreed, Julian shouldn't get ALL the love
Gabe Zarate I like what I heard so far.
Gabe Zarate As The Strokes fan I was so excited for that LP, but after I heard the singles I am pretty sure that it will suck big time.
TorcidaCro What!? No way...Born Slippy is amazing!
Gabe Zarate This came out?
1:34 "I don't like things changing"
Also, Tametony Fantala.
Do you think you’d change your opinion on ‘Reality in Motion’? I personally find it to be one of the more engaging and fun tracks on the album.
My favorite song on the album
Agree with the score, but "Disciples" and "Less I Know the Better" are the best tracks.
For those who love psychedelic rock check out Jacco Gardner. He's really got the classic sound down, it's really great.
This guy gets it
And check out Shawn Lee. This multi instrumentalist is superb and his album "Synthesizers In Space" is so good.
Zach Litchman Shawn Lee, eh? You like the Superimposers? I believe they are on the same label/work together. Fucking love the Superimposers.
Zach Litchman Nice dude I'mma gonna checka dem out!!
Yep, but he doesn't have the manipulative production like Tame Impala, just so you know
Did you like Ratatat's new album?
***** I sure fucking did
Magnifique!
It was nice, thanks for asking.
***** one of the biggest musical surprises of this year for me. I didn't care a whole lot for any of the singles, but tracks like Magnifique and Primetime are absolutely gorgeous.
Tyler Purcell Yeah apparently a lot of those transitions are the scrapped songs from the album (they confirmed in reddit AMA)
"And it does make tracks like 'Cause I'm a man' kind of exhausting"
"On 'Reality in motion' the vocals are so passionless"
Eat some shrooms and you'll give the album a 12...
Eat some shrooms and you'll call genie in a bottle sgt peppers
I feel high all the time so thats why i liked almost everything
@@brownleaf_o1 I feel you
And if it was called, to pimp a currents it would be a 10/10.
Hot take: Innerspeaker is the best album but its like comparing kendrick lamar albums they're all damn near perfect
“*Damn* near perfect”
We gave Currents a 9.6, but that's because we really loved the psychedelic soulful pop that came from Kevin Parker and the gang. "The Moment" and "Yes I'm Changing" are tracks that really exemplify their 80s' synth-pop homage and their experimentation of their sound to be geared more towards color.
Currents is definitely not as psych-rock as Innerspeaker and Lonerism, but it's a hell of an album. We admire the album enough to give it a 9.6 out of 10, but we can definitely understand why Fontano gave it a 7.
My thoughts exactly.
My favorite album of the 2010s.
This album is everything Fantano thinks TPAB is
I prefer the earlier more psychedelic tame impala, but I still love this album- let it happen, the moment, less I know the better, disciples, nangs....... All great stuff, and I think let it happen is probably one of their best songs!
No way Currents can top Lonerism, but it's a solid album.
NO CHANGE
oG1BBY Haha, nah change is good, I like the progression of my favorite artists. I'm just saying, side by side I like Lonerism better.
oG1BBY FUCK THE CHANGE
Skynetz isn't he saying FIGHT THE CHANGE
Reed They're about the same. 4 or 5 good to great songs and the rest is meh. I will give Lonerism the nod though because the good songs on that one were slightly better overall than the ones here.
Lonerism > Innerspeaker > Currents. Simple.
Tomás Verdelho yes
Currents is actually their best work.
Man, I never get tired of this album. Ever since high school this album has been in rotation. Can’t hate it.
Yes I’m changing is probably my favorite
2:15
He put in a glitch before referencing the glitches
Very creative
After he released Cause I'm a Man, I was pretty worried the album would be shit. Thankfully it wasn't. The first 6 or 7 tracks are incredible, and then starts to fall off. Let It Happen, Eventually and The Less I Know The Better are some of Kevin's best songs.
Disciples and the ending track are also pretty good and the rest are average at best. Past Life is the only songs I really don't like. But other than that, I loved the change. 8/10 for me.
I want a 10 hour version of "I don't like things changing"
Going back it's crazy how many modern classic albums Fantano gave like a light 7 lol
Can someone explain this to me? Are the albums on the right stuff he’s listening two at the time of recording? Or is it stuff he already reviewed and really likes?
They are just his own vinyls
“Kevin Parker and company” sir he played all the instruments and produced this whole album by himself.
May be talking about the extra engineers
yall are tripping!!! album was fucking flawless, in my opinion way better than Lonerism, i like more tracks on here. My faves are "the less i know the better", eventually, let it happen, cause i'm a man, disciples, yes I'm changing. best album of the year so far! I'll wait for SIlversun Pickups though they might change my mind! ;)