Kevin Parker breaks down Tame Impala's 'The Slow Rush' album

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01:40 Posthumous Forgiveness 04:22 Lost In Yesterday 05:16 Borderline 09:31 Tomorrow’s Dust 10:35 On Track

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[@RXDRIGUEZZdj]

The best Valentine's gift.

[@111whitepony111]

Happy birthday to me!

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@@111whitepony111 happy birthday!!

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@@dhiksith368 thanks!! :)

[@m_winewood]

@@111whitepony111 happy birthday fam ✌🏾

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@@111whitepony111 Happy Birthday!!!

[@111whitepony111]

sometimes i envy his life ...but really ... i think it would be really hard. the extreme pressure of doing almost everything yourself... the incredibly high standard people hold you to, having complete control in the studio would be crippling in ways, and the isolation of working on everything by yourself and being the only one with the vision of the work. props to him for holding it all together. i'm a hardcore fan since innerspeaker.

[@edgeofugly]

Fame has its price. I mean he put psychedelic rock back into mainstream again, fans over the world adore Kevin, all the top artists badly want to him produce their music and such. But all these success, he just can't proudly show it to his father, who has died before Tame Impala rise to fame. That's why we can hear Kevin's grief in a couple of songs. I guess we cant have it all

[@Queeentrasputo]

lmao you just focusing the hard part, he's a fucking star, went around the world and totally made it with HIS music that is made only by him with masterpieces in all his albums.. that meaning all the fans love just you, not even a band. what a genius

[@PeterYacono]

For Your Consideration fantastic comment, IMO

[@myfriendgoo2816]

I don't know if it's Kevin's idea or not, but there's a good bit of pressure on this album to succeed commercially. After touring quite a bit to festivals and mostly 4,000-seaters or so in the U.S. in 2019 (as a headliner), they're trying to make the jump to 15,000-seaters this year. That's a hard jump to make. Sure, they can sell out MSG in New York City, but Atlanta? Kansas City? Tulsa? They're essentially betting on "The Slow Rush" being a commercial hit (or the record company is, at least). I remember when R.E.M. made a similar jump, with "Monster" around 1995. But "The Slow Rush" is stylistically a departure, complicating things further. I hope it works out, though a part of me hopes they throttle back to smaller venues (like the summer sheds).

[@adeledam1]

well said, and me too!

[@otter8711]

his speaking voice is so much deeper than his singing voice. love his vocal range

[@Spaced_In]

You should see his old band the dee dee dums he actually sings in his speaking voice on a few songs at least instead of the falsetto he later adopted

[@747lch]

Breathe Deeper is a game changer

[@pierrelevtchenko]

IT IS

[@DinkyMate]

Agreed.

[@mariahspapaya]

747lch it’s beyond time and space tbh

[@FHDTV]

It's my favorite song on the album I think. Stellar drums, bass, and piano

[@theham6258]

That's funny, Breathe Deeper is my least favorite on the album.

[@jerryrocketandthegogogirls3517]

He wants this album to be more “yes I’m changing” and less “why won’t they talk to me” You keep believing in yourself Kevin

[@charlotteack.1036]

557T108F70 Jimmy i’m j wishing he’d release something more like half full glass of wine again :(

[@ruthenium6648]

But Why Won't They Talk to Me is a great song...

[@jerryrocketandthegogogirls3517]

Ru it’s a very good song. Kevin was wanting to be more sure of hisself and have a swagger which fits “yes I’m changing” since it’s about confidence and accepting change. Why won’t they talk to me is about being sad and lonely and not sure of yourself

[@theeoddments960]

charlotte ack. Why he’d be laughed out of the music business in half full glass of wine he wore his influences dry heavy on his sleeve. It’s a straight up cream tribute and if he didn’t evolve from the ep you’d just have the Beatles version of Greta van fleet

[@healingIRT]

Why won’t they talk to me helped me accept my estranged relationship with my parents...that song is classic tame impala💕

[@zakaryhenderson9512]

Kevin seems far more assertive and confident than other interviews ive seen him in

[@juliok5982]

She sets up the questions well and doesn’t leave a lot of empty space

[@ab8jeh]

It's a natural conversation, she adapts to the answers. He sees through the bs questions most interviewers ask.

[@ladycrab4924]

I just love how he is trying so hard to stay as much calm as he can when she mentions the drums...but he's too excited! So passionate!

[@Pacuta_]

I've never heard him speak so much, this is wonderful. Great insight and a joy to listen to, especially with it being about his fantastic new album.

[@redzeroism]

watch Zane Lowe's 45 minute interview!

[@Pacuta_]

@@redzeroism Thanks, I actually did yesterday! It was very captivating, he asked Kevin some good questions.

[@Panthercholo]

Dude is so sincere and straight up.

[@paulisthelegend]

She was a great interviewer

[@evanphan5904]

+2. Imagine the outrage of a non-fan trying to interview Kevin Parker for triple j. Big up Triple J (and pretty interviewer lady of course)

[@Panthercholo]

Her name?

[@jimmy_flaps]

She ain't no Linda tho..

[@mot00rzysta]

@@Panthercholo check the vid description

[@Panthercholo]

@@mot00rzysta Gee, thanks for the help. What you wrote was more letters than typing her name.

[@jJacobssStoryY]

"what are you nostalgic about?" "anything that happened a long time ago" great interview guys

[@21vision]

Jake Pittman dead

[@roro_81]

nah it just cause you dont know chatta

[@jJacobssStoryY]

Roshan olright mate ill show you propa chatta

[@roro_81]

@@jJacobssStoryY no dude its cause you should know keh teh

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@@ice8776 ??

[@shethevoid9892]

She’s such a good interviewer!!!!

[@orionharmon6017]

She sure is 👍💯👩

[@orionharmon6017]

She told Kevin Parker's songs and he told her that what is about.

[@soufianeayadi916]

Indeed

[@louisLives98.]

Specifically how comfortable she lets Kevin feel about opening up about his craft. Artists get put off on interviews by interviewers looking at their question while the talent is talking, or showing no facial expressions which in return gives off a “I don’t care” vibe. She’s class, not too pushy and also doesn’t let the interview get stale and boring.

[@wallacehardiniii9038]

Yeah. You right tho. I was just thinking the same thing. And, I dig his responses. They seem pretty heartfelt.

[@oscarmedek7744]

See the thing about the single version of Borderline is I already have memories attached to it. When I hear the original it takes me back to what was happening in my life 6 months ago. And I used to sing that bassline in the car and shower. The original was just kinda right for me...

[@mitchaser5159]

I listen to both and trust me eventually the new borderline will have its own memories and maybe be your favorite one day

[@raeshelled]

Same 😢

[@raeshelled]

@@mitchaser5159 It wont lol

[@kristenslater9800]

I'm right there with you. Fell in love from the SNL performance

[@catherasga]

Saaaameeeee

[@GothKid1996]

I get it. His music is so perfectly In tune with the frequency of life, that who ever tunes in to IT, can later feel themselves drifting away from the music as their life changes, wanting it more, every time they remember it.

[@pinkhands1527]

Underrated comment cus it’s 100% accurate

[@honeycoffee5]

YOOOO i listened to this album on repeat in february when it came out, stopped and found myself missing going to school and being happy (i was the happiest and freest i had ever been in february) and so recently i’ve been listening to this album on repeat once again, to remind myself of happier times wowwww

[@dontask6863]

This comment is gold. Especially for aspiring musicians that create music and want to connect to others. That’s how you do it. And it’s not easy at all.

[@kayzzzzzzzzz]

yes exactly omg

[@theoldblood3804]

Still probably the most relatable artist I've ever heard

[@matthewbacque1622]

Dude 100%.

[@thomasgongora4400]

Ur mom is relatable

[@X988F]

Thomas Gongora stil using that in 2020? Bud pls

[@kebab_boi]

Fuck relevancy, it's about always being real creative and unique

[@berlynwall1956]

@@thomasgongora4400 that's just in poor taste

[@moonbeam3431]

I can’t believe I saw this man perform literally right in front of my eyes. I LOVE U KEVIN

[@vc1743]

wow im jEALOUS ASFFFFFF UGH I NEED TO SEE THIS MAN

[@moonbeam3431]

Vane bitchhh IT WAS SO AMAZING DUDE. He looked like god 😂 I was high off my ass and right near the stage in Toronto. It was really amazing.

[@Callmeemmie95]

Omg I'll see him in May 😍😍

[@moonbeam3431]

Noemi Cortes YOURE gonna love it!!!! It was such a magical experience for me when I saw him! The performance was incredible!! I hope you have a great time!

[@Callmeemmie95]

@@moonbeam3431 thank you so much! I'll take your word for it.

[@ellevensounds11]

Kevin is the reason I smile everyday

[@JoeR.3221]

Posthumous Forgiveness never been more moved by a song...

[@robbycole1226]

Yousef Razick I relate to it so damn much, makes me shed a tear every time

[@JoeR.3221]

@@robbycole1226 same, brother. When the song shifts to the second part my heart melts and i cry like a baby.

[@etherealbubby3291]

Totally agreed

[@SaltAndLight1027]

It’s been so long since I had to stop and be like “woah what song is this” when I was listening to the album last night! It’s amazing

[@MrPatspp]

English is not my native language. When I hear a song in English usually I download it or not for the music. This song called my attention because of the music and when I searched for the lyrics I just was even more liking it.

[@jackyespinosa447]

Would like to tell Kevin that I HEARD THE BASS LINE IN BODERLINE!! And it was/is my absolute favorite detail in the song! I heard you 😩

[@Vaenomenon]

Yes he brought them way down, also why I think he single ver is superior

[@Zainab-sr9id]

@@Vaenomenonyesss wayyyy better with the changes 🥹

[@spicybroski9927]

His music is good but damn i LOVE him as a person and i really admire his personality and connect with him for that reason. Especially with his thoughts on nostalgia and time.

[@VoOrT3xX]

ONE MOREEE Y-Y-Y-Y-YEARRRR

[@maxviviani9042]

FIFTY TWO WEEKS, SEVEN DAYS EACH

[@MassiveSnitch]

max viviani FOUR SEASONS, ONE REASON.

[@peterpeter287]

Wawawawa Wawaw aborigine type beat

[@vic_cresss]

Peter Peter Wow thanks, ruiner

[@arlann-]

ONE YEAR, ONE WAY

[@Jezleh]

4/4 KP does it again. Jesus has a Tame Impala poster in his room.

[@crunchybiscuit92]

Jeremy Mora underrated comment

[@Jezleh]

@@crunchybiscuit92 It is not meant to be, we gotta be above it. Eventually, It might be time. ;)

[@tabcan4159]

i love this comment

[@mikebott6940]

Have you heard Jesus with his 12 pieces big band, the Disciples ?

[@arlann-]

This comment is Borderline great.

[@TexanTalk28]

“I forget that I have an ability to make music that can be emotional” that’s putting it lightly, Kevin Parker has changed my life with his music, he’s truly in a league of his own, he makes a type of music that nobody else does, this is music that will last longer than time.

[@matterslittle4509]

love the casual nature of this conversation. good interview

[@tntg5]

Interviewer: Who's that voice? Kevin: My wife Interviewer: snap

[@montueswedthursfri]

i swear to god i scrolled on this comment JUST as it was said in the interview 😳

[@Ryan-xs9px]

@@montueswedthursfri love that for you

[@nickgerow]

@@montueswedthursfri me too! i was like huh weird, and then i saw your comment!!! whoaaa lol :O

[@suckingeggsrn]

Lol

[@rarted2541]

@@montueswedthursfri wait.. I did too.. this is getting weird now

[@JakeCuster]

I love this interview; it seems so relaxed. Kevin inspires me when it comes to recording, producing, mixing and mastering everything, so just getting to listen to him talk about his approach and how he feels about his work helps me feel less bad about the trouble I run into

[@izxzxy]

we’re all about to be so blessed with this album

[@deandsilva9889]

lizzy rosario why’s that? I thought it was great

[@just_cade]

It's great, don't listen to them.

[@Nico-px2hg]

lizzy rosario lmao then what are you doing here?

[@blashuvec]

SO PROUD OF THIS GUY HE'S COME A LONG WAY

[@patricianicole8628]

Lost in yesterday, is it true, and breathe deeper encapsulates my mind. It’s beautiful how I’m able to not only feel the music, but become part of it. It’s like I’m synced into the rhythms. It’s hypnotizing. Something i rarely feel with music anymore. Thank you Kevin Parker 🥺🥺

[@pervenchemusic]

If you wanna feel more in touch with music. Look way further into Indie Music and Underground artists, most mainstream is basic but theirs definitely gems if you look into a certain genre more

[@FoxyChariot]

A these years later and still the same old Kevin. The Slow Rush sure is gonna come in handy for Valentine's solo.

[@gregd8261]

Props to this interviewer for asking great, highly informed questions!

[@denisegarcia4590]

She asked really good questions. Great interview with Kevin

[@nicolasleblond279]

What a great interview, what great questions, this is the journalism we’re looking for ! Well done !

[@dylanharper354]

People who listen to this guy just for ‘the less I know the better’ are missing out on a really intelligent and genuine dude

[@lucasldossantos]

I deeply wish Kevin would release a "Borderline (nostalgia edition)" with the lyrics and structure of the single version, but fulfilling his vision on what makes the new version better in terms of production and arrangement. The single version had so much meaning to me and though I also love the new one, I really miss the original

[@antonuphoff4002]

Time, it feels like it only goes backwards

[@337N39n3]

Every part of me says "go ahead"

[@squilliumfancyson5228]

I got my hopes up again “oh no.. not again”

[@kailiek2402]

Still my favorite artist 6 years later 😭 the slow rush and currents will always be the reason I got through hard times.

[@halamala23]

This album is more like Time Impala.

[@matthewbacque1622]

No you didn't.

[@Dogs-xq9fe]

Every album is Tame Impala

[@toriburges7096]

why

[@vic_cresss]

Dogs 2016 Um

[@Guitar-ym1qn]

no it isnt

[@tamiwilliams8521]

The music he has created is fuel for my soul!

[@uselessfuse]

interviewer: what are you nostalgic for at the moment? kevin: anything that happened a long time ago..

[@coltenbastian3553]

Jeremy Ward I stumbled upon your comment RIGHT as it was said in the interview 👏🙏

[@chrisalamo1126]

Me too^

[@Mrs_Heyman]

Me..too...woah

[@erickgarcia5903]

That was deep

[@erikolivernandrasky6364]

felt that

[@gabelachenman408]

First time I've heard him speak. Did not expect his voice to be that deep! Haha

[@ashcash098]

Just saw him yesterday, amazing performer, amazing show !!!! If you could go see him live GO!!!!!!!!!! I’d give anything to relive it 😊

[@blizzmuzic]

Yes Kevin.

[@romo2674]

It depends Kevin

[@emilymartin9169]

Such a wholesome and amazing person. Can't wait to see what the future holds for you and congrats on the new album

[@bowmansfilm]

Best interviewer I've heard in a long time.

[@brandenstewart-richardson4649]

Been listening since The Dee Dee Dums, his music has changed the whole way through and this album is no different, but it's still a pure joy to listen to. That's the magical thing that makes Tame Impala amazing

[@thereallegend4lyfe]

Wow day one fan here huh?! Nice!

[@muhammadnyzahir]

he’s just…. so warm.

[@dixiechanglolz]

I CAUGHT THAT BORDERLINE SOUNDED DIFFERENT I really wanted to know why it was like that. I low-key prefer the single version vs The album version

[@deandsilva9889]

Both versions should both be up on streaming services

[@dixiechanglolz]

@@deandsilva9889 they are but that's why I said I prefer the single version vs The album version. I'm listening to the album on repeat but when I'm in the mood for some borderline I'll just pull up the single version.

[@vic_cresss]

Same here

[@rosanneschaap9158]

dixiecupz15 not anymore :(

[@AlexM8910]

Rosanne Schaap wtf I just noticed that too, why would he do that

[@Stephanie-xp4xz]

Kevin ! You’ve had helped me tremendously for the last 2 years and for that I’m eternally grateful! I love you, I love your swagger, and I can’t wait for more ! Can’t wait for the tour to start up again !

[@mattclarkson3685]

Jesus looks like Kevin Parker

[@SRP1973]

Matt Clarkson I’m gonna tell my kids he’s Jesus.

[@tectonicD]

Yeah maybe but Jesus was A LOT cooler than Kevin could ever be. If you disagree it because you know nothing about either of them🤣

[@pffilms2522]

@@tectonicD Jesus made a platinum album? Nope. Is he dead tho? Yep. Therefore Kevin is WAY cooler 😎

[@pffilms2522]

@tincho is jesus real? nope. Is kevin real? Yep. Kevin is cooler.

[@bromigo3012]

CARLOS Berganza Argueta it’s a joke chill bro

[@PeckiePeck]

Really nice to see someone with amazing talent be so humble.

[@jeremiahaguilar4748]

Kevin is awesome. Can’t wait to listen tonight!

[@Celtic-beans]

What a fantastic interview. The interviewer had amazing questions and was so engaged and you could tell she had a genuine understanding of KP’s music.

[@workfive4386]

Only one day, and I’ve been waiting forever! I love Kevin Parker and this was an excellent interview. Thank you!

[@Gjd94]

He's an exceptional person.. love to see him live one day

[@deeseball]

He’s got such a nice speaking voice as well get this kid on a podcast

[@ferraya2894]

I didn't want this interview to end :( ✨🖤 Love Kevin, I'm loving the new record and can't wait to see him live. Also the interviewer was amazing! Great job!

[@ashleighhindson4590]

I have so many memories tied to music. Especially tame impalas older albums

[@allroundgreatbloke]

Thanks Kevin! Your art is genuine, such a relief I have someone to follow who has stayed devoted for all the right reasons.

[@spectaculardenny]

How Kevin feels about Kanye’s songs is how I feel about Borderline

[@TheeBus36]

despectacular when in the vid does he reference Kanye?

[@297fihsy]

I much prefer new Borderline. I understand missing the quieter section near the end of the track but the track as a whole sounds much punchier and works better in the context of the album

[@nicolassuarez6219]

Nik B 12:52

[@71hammyman]

Both shit?

[@gub1016]

Jude Taylor barely. Youre clearly delusional.

[@mattmccune5560]

I love you Kevin, thank u for being there for me in these hard times of my life! Ur amazing. God given talent that touches the hearts of many.

[@WeNeededThis]

12:40 if anyone is interested in what Kevin is talking about here, please look up Jai Paul x Bronze - Jasmine. its a procedurally generated remix of an already incredible song where every time you listen to it, you get a completely unique experience. something we can see more of in the future

[@elessdee191]

rb 28 whaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa ? Wow! F U T U R E *squidward voice*

[@stevenfloury6351]

I hope Jai will drop something this year too.

[@thibhan98]

Dude that sounds fuckin amazing. I love that song and had no idea about this. Thank you man!

[@eduardomagana9975]

you got a link or something? I can't find it

[@JerodGreenisen_ID]

I really enjoyed this interview. Nice job Lucy!

[@OmoruyiOmofonmwan]

2 beautiful things happened on February 14th. I became an uncle and this album was released. Honestly this album speaks to me right now and elevated Tame Impala/Kevin Parker in my list of favorite artists.

[@ItAllMakeSenseNow82]

Borderline was then and now listening to the whole album still is my fav of em all and i instantly loved the bass line. First thing i ran to the keyboard and played. So Kev, we heard it man 😎✌

[@TarePandaHelp]

On track made me cry big time. Lyrically one of his best albums. Drums were dope.

[@emhapz]

It’s a huge song

[@noodleharman]

thanks for opening him up so much!! great interview!

[@dawnyprestom9108]

He is so irresistible. What an intense, musical genius.

[@leonardojuancp]

KP is one of the most influential musician of the decade, and I'm a big fan of him since day one. This album came out when i was drowned in my deepest sadness, then i heard On Track and crying a big time. KP really knows how to combine those magical lyrics with awesome music composition; it's very genuine and i really loved that. This album is a pure art. Thank you KP.

[@Blaztoize]

The only reason I can imagine he’s promoting his already much anticipated album is because he really wants that Grammy next year

[@adan5439]

He’s getting it

[@renee1724]

well he damn well deserves it

[@mariahspapaya]

x-perthunter. He doesn’t care about awards. Grammys are a sham anyway. He wants people to enjoy his music

[@Zodrex]

Yeah so that he can bury it in his backyard next to his ARIA

[@adan5439]

lizzy rosario you sound dumb the album is fire

[@xpozzo1596]

musical genius right there !! his songs will be even more popular in 10 years, watch that happen , cause its way ahead of its time !

[@sugaplumalex]

please kevin.......... please bring back the single version of borderline on spotify for those who prefer it. we should be allowed an option seeing as we listened to the older version and fell in love with that one for almost a year

[@AkaJohnnyRico]

Love you Kevin! Keep embracing your creativity and giving us fans what we need and not what we want. Cheers bro

[@nassalad]

Love this man to bits

[@arlann-]

He seems like such a nice guy to talk to, you could probably talk about anything and he’d be okay with it. I think that his views on the album are so cool, and it’s great. I totally agree with his theme and views of moving on, and it’s so interesting, too. I sometimes have overwhelming nostalgia and longing for things to be like they used to, but this has helped me realize there is still hope left for the future. Thanks Kevin!

[@northuniverse]

Love hearing Kev talk ☺️

[@imsamposener]

Such a beautiful rare candid interview with KP thank you !

[@FeGoinHeem]

He’s like the Keanu Reeves of music. Amazing album Kev

[@alajndress]

Felix Keanu isn’t a weakling.

[@melaniealain7622]

I wanna marry Kevin so bad like I could talk to him for hours

[@subana3795]

I’m in love with tame impala

[@imperfectosjosue]

I dreamed once I was on the concert of Tame Impala listening 'It feels like we only go backwards', and I had that moment of deja vù when I finally get to that song in a concert of them.

[@SirCommoner]

I didn't expect such a deep voice having only heard his singing voice

[@MatthewTheChristian]

Just saw him perform at Forecastle. Life changing experience. Gotta have nothing but love for Kevin.

[@GrantLenaarts]

great interviewer - really smart sequencing and delft interlocution.

[@jpmantero]

Listening to him is so so inspiring and the questions are SO GOOD! Great interview

[@turnitupjaxel]

theres something about his music that feels like “dont worry just give in to the experience and you will feel free” its like he somehow extracted the feeling of a psychedelic trip into chord progressions

[@MsBAustralia]

I really like this interviewer and KP is so articulate, I love listening to his interviews ❤️❤️

[@starkicker5623]

i mean a lot of painters had different versions of an earlier painting they recreated later in their life, to reflect their maturity, mood, skill and observation

[@ULTRAVISTA.]

Yeah, Kev. You do have the ability make music that's emotional. Posthumous makes me bawl. You're incredible. One More Year.

[@BobBob-uf2wi]

Can somebody please tell Kevin to please release the original borderline. As much as we can compliment the current one, the original really gave me the feeling of my own borderline

[@MrsHolinas]

This album is a gift from life, thank you Parker, thank you Tame Impala

[@wackass1566]

I love his reaction to her asking about Borderline lmao

[@justmikoto9880]

Hearing kp’s actual voice and comparing it to his singing voice blows my flipping minds. Makes me appreciate how talented this guy is

[@wallacehardiniii9038]

Yo. I understand his thought process. When you are working on a lengthy project, you will most likely lose some sort of perspective. And when you realize you got off track, you pull yourself together and you tend to realize how awesome, original and passionate you are about your songs. Then the next recording sounds super nice.

[@daleymail]

What a great interview. Some really intriguing questions. Props to the interviewer 👏

[@mickylene]

I get insecure how I pause so much in between my words with “umm”, “like” and “and” until NOW

[@survivorturnover]

kevin parker youre ridiculously relatable & just genius

[@avj182]

Great interviewer! She clearly did her homework. Great questions!

[@gagaforgloria]

Can’t wait to see you in San Diego!!! 🌊 ☀️