Australian psychedelic mastermind Kevin Parker is set to reveal Tame Impala‘s highly anticipated fifth studio album, “Deadbeat,” on October 17, 2025, through Columbia Records. The album, described as “wickedly potent club-psych,” marks a significant evolution in Parker’s sound, drawing deep inspiration from Western Australia’s bush doof culture and rave scene.
The forthcoming release has been preceded by two singles that showcase its dance-oriented direction. “End of Summer” dropped on July 25, 2025, followed by “Loser” on September 3, giving fans a taste of the album’s vibrant, electronic-infused psychedelia. Parker has maintained his characteristic solo production approach while pushing into new sonic territory, blending his established psychedelic rock sensibilities with more pronounced electronic dance music elements.
Recording took place in Fremantle and at Parker’s Wave House studio in Injidup, Western Australia, with sessions occurring after the conclusion of The Slow Rush album cycle. Unlike previous records, which saw extended gaps between releases, Parker delivered on his promise of a quicker turnaround this time. Work on the album began around 2023, fulfilling Parker’s February 2022 commitment to complete his next project more rapidly than his historical pattern.
Recording in Fremantle and Injidup’s Wave House, Parker expedited the process, fulfilling his pledge for a faster release after The Slow Rush.
The album will contain thirteen tracks, as revealed in a school board photograph shared by Parker in July 2025. “Deadbeat” will be available in several formats, including a Spotify Exclusive White Vinyl edition, with pre-save options already active across digital platforms.
The promotional strategy has leveraged Parker’s social media presence through studio photos and tracklist teasers that emphasize the album’s connection to rave culture. Parker has also claimed his artist profiles on major streaming platforms to maximize promotional opportunities and analytics insights for the release. Parker’s team has strategically utilized playlist pitching features available on streaming services to increase visibility ahead of the album drop. To support the release, Tame Impala will commence a U.S. tour starting October 31, 2025, marking their first American performances in over three years. The eight-show tour will include two nights at Barclays Center in Brooklyn before continuing across major U.S. cities.
The tour includes stops in Brooklyn, Chicago, Austin, San Diego, Los Angeles (two nights), and Oakland, concluding on November 14, 2025. Tickets went on sale September 12, with fan club members receiving early access.
Industry observers and fans anticipate “Deadbeat” will represent a progressive step in Tame Impala’s evolution, maintaining Parker’s psychedelic foundations while embracing the energy and atmosphere of electronic dance culture.
