If He Just Disappeared

Tame Impala “Elephant”

The previous Tame Impala record was notable for its bold rhythm section, but this cut from their forthcoming followup goes a few steps further, with the bass and guitar parts sounding especially thick and chunky, like lines drawn on with an extra-wide marker. The combination of vocal tone and melodic turns with the sinister schaffel beat makes it sound like John Lennon in his Plastic Ono Band phase writing his own version of Gary Glitter’s “Rock and Roll Part 2.” And really, how is that not enticing? It’s a perfect blend of glam imperiousness and chilled-out psychedelia. I’m kinda surprised I’ve never encountered a song quite like this one before.

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