Lonerism
Tame Impala's second full-length, Lonerism, will once again be compared to albums from the late 1960s and early 70s. But the project is exciting because, by maximizing the use of the available technology, it taps into the progressive and experimental spirit of psychedelic rock, and not just the sound.
A real sonic feast, that balances an understated sense of melody with an ever-present groove.
Midway through "Nothing That Has Happened So Far," a bulldozer of sublime psychedelia on Tame Impala's sophomore LP, a mysterious voice emerges from the swirl: "You're thinking about everything, aren't you?" it asks, bathed in fuzz, as drums tumble wildly and electric guitars shiver with flange.
Warning: Listeners are encouraged to first experience Lonerism with 2010’s Innerspeaker stricken from the mind. Only after 10 listens may the two albums be soberly compared.
ClashMusic.com - Read a review of the Tame Impala album 'Lonerism' featuring the single 'Elephant'. Released 8th October on Modular.
<strong>Alexis Petridis</strong>: Tame Impala's Kevin Parker seems every inch the pie-eyed psych-rock revivalist, but his music is fresh and exciting
Tame Impala - Lonerism review: A familiar sound with only slight renovations. Lonerism lives up to the reputation of its predecessor and more.