Mark your calendars, Aggieland — we’re turning up the volume for one of the most anticipated indie releases of the year. Tame Impala returns with their fifth full-length album, Deadbeat, a sonic journey available exclusively at indie record stores on clear vinyl, and we’re celebrating with a Listening Party at Curious Collections Vinyl Records & More in Bryan/College Station.
Deadbeat finds Kevin Parker in rare form — crafting hypnotic “club-psych” explorations that shimmer with experimentation, raw emotion, and groove. The 12-track masterpiece blends spontaneity with Tame Impala’s signature perfectionism, resulting in songs that feel both futuristic and deeply human. You’ll hear crunching minimalism, lush textures, and an expanded, more playful vocal range — a revitalized sound from one of music’s most visionary artists. The album is slated for release on October 17, 2025.
Join us as we dive deep into Deadbeat together. There will be exclusive giveaways, rare merch, and incredible prizes — just for showing up and celebrating this milestone release with fellow fans.
Event Details:
When: Saturday, October 18th @ 6 PM
Where: Curious Collections Vinyl Records & More — the largest indie record store in Bryan/College Station
Giveaways & Exclusive Swag:
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🎶 Signed Test Pressings — Grand prize drawing at the end of the party (must be present to win)
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🖼️ Numbered posters — free with purchase
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✨ Stickers, pins, and bracelets — free for everyone who attends!
Tour Info:
Tame Impala has announced the Deadbeat U.S. tour in support of the album, beginning with two shows at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center on October 31 and November 1. The tour also includes a stop in Austin, Texas at Moody Center on November 6, bringing the psychedelic vibes closer to home.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or a vinyl collector discovering Tame Impala now, join us at Curious Collections. Help us make this listening party one for the books. Pre-orders for Deadbeat on clear vinyl are now open — secure your copy today and come celebrate new music, community, and the future of indie sound in Aggieland.
Check-in for the event HERE
Tame Impala’s long-awaited fifth studio album, Deadbeat, has officially landed — and it’s already making waves for its bold shift in sound and striking emotional depth. Available now at Curious Collections, this record isn’t just a new chapter for Kevin Parker; it’s a complete reimagining of the Tame Impala experience.
A Fresh Beat for Tame Impala
With Deadbeat, Kevin Parker steps away from the lush psychedelic rock textures that defined earlier albums and dives headfirst into the world of dance, rhythm, and raw energy. Inspired by Australia’s “bush doof” rave scene — the wild, open-air parties in the countryside — the album captures that untamed, hypnotic feeling of escaping into music under the stars. It’s Tame Impala like you’ve never heard before: pulsing kick drums, deep synth bass, and stripped-back production that makes each track feel alive and unpredictable.
The Story Beneath the Sound
While the grooves are made for movement, the themes dig deep. Deadbeat wrestles with an emotional push and pull — the inner conflict between craving quiet domestic life and the irresistible pull of social connection and late-night escapism. As a new father, Parker explores the tender contradictions of parenthood, finding beauty and melancholy in the tension between home and hedonism.
Even the album’s title carries layered meaning. Rather than its typical negative connotation, “Deadbeat” becomes a kind of badge — a glorification of feeling out of step with the world. Tracks like “Dracula” lean into the comfort of staying home, while “No Reply” paints a portrait of isolation through simple, everyday acts like watching TV. It’s an honest reflection of Parker’s world — both grounded and dreamlike.
Why You’ll Want This Record
Musically, Deadbeat is Kevin Parker at his most daring — a leap into minimalist, future-primitive territory that still carries his signature warmth and emotional weight. Every track glows with renewed creativity, and the album’s electronic heartbeat feels made for spinning loud in a dark room or dancing to with friends.
Exclusive Deadbeat clear vinyl is available only at indie record stores, and you can find yours right here at Curious Collections in Bryan–College Station. We’re also stocked with exclusive posters, stickers, pins, and bracelets — free while supplies last for everyone who comes to our listening events.
Come celebrate Tame Impala’s newest evolution, right here in Aggieland — where music, community, and discovery come together.
