THE SLOW RUSH Is A Concept Album About Time
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Written, voiced & edited by Frank Furtado
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Tame Impala’s entire discography is a record of Kevin Parker’s personal journey through time. Guiding us through his self-reflection on Innerspeaker. Isolation within Lonerism. And the flood of emotional heartbreak in Currents. Musically they’ve all advanced with him. Once upon a time, an electric guitar sat at the forefront of the Tame Impala sound. Parker’s sonic-explorations have since progressed towards gleaming synths and a wider audience appeal.
Four years after Currents and a number of collaborations, fans new and old were eager to hear more from the perfectionist-producer. The first track he would eventually return with seemed like a cheeky memo to fans, “Patience” (Patience Audio). The tune would act as a buffer while we waited one more year for his fourth studio release, The Slow Rush. Where nearly every track dives deep into the oceans of time. Past, present and future. The title itself notes time’s paradoxical nature: at times moving slow -- seemingly never ending and at others, rushing past us in the blink of an eye. But while The Slow Rush delves into the concept of time, it’s truly about how we accept the changes that come with the passing of time.
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Album Info
The Slow Rush
by Tame Impala
One More Year
Instant Destiny
Borderline
Posthumous Forgiveness
Breathe Deeper
Tomorrow’s Dust
On Track
Lost In Yesterday
Is It True
It Might Be Time
Glimmer
One More Hour
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He really used that 'one more year' pun
@canorhan2903
4 жыл бұрын
Zentigo I love your pfp, reminds me of that great dance punk album
@tom4222
4 жыл бұрын
@@canorhan2903 Dunno what you mean, I just found this picture of a whacky guy dancing in a suit.
@thesixfootsixexperience8781
4 жыл бұрын
I like your profile pic. Just wanted to say that
@wspann1967
3 жыл бұрын
We are not 4 seasons
@tom4222
3 жыл бұрын
@@wspann1967 Get round in the season!
It's about over-romanticizing the past and also the opposite. Like, being consumed with regret and what you should have done differently. Lost in Yesterday.
@alfiedemmon4132
4 жыл бұрын
Rather like those who don't like this album because it isn't like Currents. They're rather Lost in Yesterday.
@insomniaxe
3 жыл бұрын
That was me 1 year ago but people change, even though I still think about my mistakes, it’s a part of life so-
@a-trainofthought4989
Жыл бұрын
@@alfiedemmon4132 or the people who don’t like currents and the slow rush and want another lonerism/innerspeaker
@a-trainofthought4989
Жыл бұрын
@@alfiedemmon4132 exactly!!! All the albums are masterpieces
your audio mixing is top notch
@insomniaxe
3 жыл бұрын
FACTS BOI
@millerkenzo7581
2 жыл бұрын
you all probably dont care at all but does anybody know of a method to get back into an Instagram account..? I somehow forgot the login password. I would appreciate any help you can give me.
@breckenbriggs381
2 жыл бұрын
@Miller Kenzo Instablaster ;)
@needlessoptions
2 жыл бұрын
@@breckenbriggs381 holy shit these ad comment bots are getting smart
I feel like I just had a great therapy session
@filipemarquezm
3 жыл бұрын
I thought the same!
@kitzburg
3 жыл бұрын
Legit!! I discovered tame literally 3 days ago whilst surfing on Spotify. Boy have I missed out!!!
@karigori6415
3 жыл бұрын
it is true.
@47dark
2 жыл бұрын
@@kitzburg I discovered them last year 😄 Oh boy! my perspective on Life has changed because of Tame Impala. I *owe* it to them
@kitzburg
2 жыл бұрын
@@47dark legit tho, just incredible sound man! Can’t wait for them to come to the UK
That second part of Posthumous Forgiveness is probably the only song that has made me cry in my entire life
@ZER0value
4 жыл бұрын
same, genuinely in floods of tears when i hear it
@felixtownsend1460
4 жыл бұрын
Me too man..really makes me think about me and my dads relationship.
@salvador1116
4 жыл бұрын
I agree
@nicwood2440
4 жыл бұрын
Lost my Dad 10 years ago to Cancer and I miss him everyday....crumpled and balled the first time I heard it....but now I listen to it as if I'm talkin to my father and it makes it better...thanks Kevin 🙌
@jackbartley7832
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely along with the best song of all time yes I’m changing from currents. Damn everytime I hear that song I just break
"On Track" REALLY speaks to me as a 21 y/o cancer patient
@fucc773
4 жыл бұрын
Loren Peterson I hope you’ll be okay. ❤️
@larsosmon4459
4 жыл бұрын
As someone who's 21 and also battling cancer, On Track is the one song that stood out to me on the album. I had to take time off of college because of my treatment and surgery so all of my friends are graduating while I still have another year and it makes me feel like I'm lagging behind or not where I should be. I need to be realistic about what I've had to go through and On Track reflects the outlook that I need, "Strictly speaking I'm still on track." Despite all the difficulties I've faced and struggles I have I'm still here, alive, and I'm thankful for that and I have the rest of my life to finish college.
@JackTDavies14
4 жыл бұрын
Much love to you
@ashtonb7931
4 жыл бұрын
Loren Peterson praying for you and wishing you the best
@amyk9813
4 жыл бұрын
God bless you and your strength ♥️
"Is It True" is such a banger.
@iPixelFace
4 жыл бұрын
Just Cade exact words m8
@loganwelty7094
4 жыл бұрын
Just Cade that bass line slaps harder than my granny when she hears me swearing
@timeland8343
4 жыл бұрын
i feel its the song here nobody talks about
@jguitarman2380
4 жыл бұрын
So true!
@Sandyhooker
4 жыл бұрын
Is it true?
i swear man everytime i listen to tame impala, its like therapy. i deal with so much anxiety and thoughts and every song has to deal with at least one of the concepts i fear and deal with everyday. its literally like kevin is telling me or talking to me fuck
@curiouslyunruffled
4 жыл бұрын
Likewise buddy!
@jeromehofflin2273
4 жыл бұрын
Yes i defenitely see your point!
@ham00dhab1b1
3 жыл бұрын
i feel exactly the same, couldnt have worded it better.
@EmilyRose1
3 жыл бұрын
YES
@47dark
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely.
The Slow Rush is one of the greatest gifts dropped on a Valentine's Day.
The last time I was this early, Kevin still played guitar.
@magiusicgician4102
4 жыл бұрын
damn!
@jetpackredman687
4 жыл бұрын
i like da guitar on this album
@jb1197
3 жыл бұрын
@@jager9022 dont seem like it but if you listen theres guitar on most of the songs
Just saying that Middle 8 deserves more subs🤷🏼♂️
@Middle8
4 жыл бұрын
Nova Apothany We’re almost at 300k and that’s nuts!
@ThatOneGuy7550
4 жыл бұрын
His content is sooo good
@violet.candies
4 жыл бұрын
agree
@reprocity4193
4 жыл бұрын
Middle 8 congrats on 300k!!
@SavingTheUndesireables
4 жыл бұрын
Nova Apothany agreed 100%
I love this analysis. You articulated the meticulous and intricate approach Kevin took with this album. Sending this video to all my friends haha.
This breakdown really add a whole other level of complexity to the album. Seriously thank you, especially for me where i can relate so much right now as a lost graduating college student.
@treylennon4858
4 жыл бұрын
23CrazyAsian Same here!
@deeblachvlogs5836
Жыл бұрын
Fr I’m going into my senior year of high school right now and this album perfectly sums up how I feel about life right now 😅
The return of the sentient reverb machine
Imagine thinking this album is a disappointment. Fantastic break down.
@davewood6033
4 жыл бұрын
SPECTRE man I thought glimmer was awesome. Good disco throwback love it
@nickolasmartins4705
4 жыл бұрын
@SPECTRE what a boastful comment
@fallvegdow
4 жыл бұрын
@SPECTRE I only really liked 2 songs, Instant Destiny and Posthumous Forgiveness, as opposed to almost every song on Currents.
@cultureisdead6343
4 жыл бұрын
You guys just keep listening you guys are probably growers for me they all were all amazing in Their own ways
@RoomRar
4 жыл бұрын
@@Jakefiz1 I'm hoping what you typed was a typo
tame impala is what happens when an artist has full creative control of their art and the freedom to explore all aspects of their craft. an artist in its purest form.
Just wow, you explained to me why I fell in love with Tame Impala 6 years ago... RELATABILITY. You also explained to me how even though Tame Impala is evolving it’s still relatable as ever. Thank you 🤘🤘
@ianisaacs2340
4 жыл бұрын
Lonerism is my favorite all time album!!! I swear it saved my life in a painful dark time.
@nathanielmathiasmajor2691
4 жыл бұрын
Lonerism is definitely my favorite too. I'd go: Innerspeaker: 8/10 Lonerism: 9/10 Currents: 8.5/10 The Slow Rush: 7/10
@ianisaacs2340
4 жыл бұрын
Nathaniel Mathias Major I agree completely.
@nathanielmathiasmajor2691
4 жыл бұрын
@@ianisaacs2340 Noice
This is Kevin's best record. Sorry not sorry. On a surface level, it seems minimalistic, but actually it' is incredibly detailed. The more you listen the more you will uncover. It is easily his most consistent album, too. Not to mention the drumming and production on this record is his finest. Absolutely beautiful record, start to finish.
@kittycatwitabat9818
Жыл бұрын
it was easily my last favorite of his, but ur completely right. The more i listen, the better it gets. Its perfect
@voidzminer1017
Жыл бұрын
@@kittycatwitabat9818innerspeajer over this?
@kittycatwitabat9818
Жыл бұрын
@@voidzminer1017 that was two months ago, so my opinion on innerspeaker and tame impala in general has changed. I def prefer this over innerspeaker
@voidzminer1017
Жыл бұрын
@@kittycatwitabat9818 for me I like the albums in order of when they came out, so slow rush, currents, lonerism, innerspeaker
@kittycatwitabat9818
Жыл бұрын
@@voidzminer1017 ohhh I see. Yeah honestly I can see people justifying any of his albums being his best except for innerspeaker. Such a strong discography
My only hope for Kevin as that he circles back to using the guitar as a primary ingredient in his music. He can use synth pedals and other effects to apply all he has learned. You’d be amazed how wild and funky you can make an electric guitar sound. Kev knows this too. Think that F O N K Y riff at the end of Let it Happen. I miss that.
@gongandfriends
4 жыл бұрын
That was his express goal during the innerspeaker years, to make the guitar sound like a synth.
@warnerhoogendijk5278
4 жыл бұрын
Ese Güerito FONK
@marshw000
4 жыл бұрын
If you miss it go listen to one more hour, or might be time they both have some crunchy lines you’d like. Don’t give hope on this album just off of one thing it lacks, when it brings so much to the table
@marshw000
4 жыл бұрын
Also patience has some
@TheDutchCreeperTDC
3 жыл бұрын
I'm pretty sure the riff you're talking about is a bass riff.
this guy turns songs into episodes of a season
On Track hit me the same way Eventually did when I first listened to Currents
@cultureisdead6343
4 жыл бұрын
Romil me too i really felt that in my heart and soul
@corv1d770
4 жыл бұрын
Samee
I didn’t even realize what some of the lyrics were until I watched this.
I love this new album, kevin is such a legend
Middle 8 is like Anthony Fantano but talks about music from a neutral perspective. Once again, 11/10 video
@2small4theMall
4 жыл бұрын
Midthony 8ano
@autonaut279
4 жыл бұрын
I'd argue it's nothing like that douche because it's from a musical perspective.
@Cornmeal_Rat
4 жыл бұрын
Because Middle 8 only makes videos about music he enjoys
@sunburner
4 жыл бұрын
And Fantano didn't really like this album. I don't know why people lean on his opinions so much.
@chrisd6736
Жыл бұрын
@@sunburner- the guy has a terrible taste in music. The fact that anyone watches his channel never ceases to amaze me.
Kevin is the most beautifully creative artist of our generation, dude... I don't connect to any music the way I do with Tame Impala's. Love it.
@just_cade
4 жыл бұрын
Same, he is genius
@curiouslyunruffled
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed! For me, he is our generation's Kurt Cobain. :')
@jordi9698
Жыл бұрын
Kevin and Alex turner
Time is a valuable thing, watch it fly by as the pendulum swings, watch it count down to the end of the day the clock ticks life away
@minidudedillybop
3 жыл бұрын
It’s so unreal
Was just listening to Breathe Deeper.
@elg4192
4 жыл бұрын
I was listening to "is it true"
@Abhishek.Basnyat
4 жыл бұрын
Jim not saying it's bad but that's my least favourite song on the album.
@MrShahid0072
4 жыл бұрын
Posthumous forgiveness is my favorite at the moment
@swagman2861
4 жыл бұрын
Abhishek Basnyat Used to be mine as well but it grew on me. I love the falsetto part where he says "I'm just so terrified to face her"
@elg4192
4 жыл бұрын
Jules Gilmour my favorites are “One More Hour”and “On Track”
Dang your really broke this down really well
@marvellousmistake
4 жыл бұрын
nice profile pic :)
My eyes rolled about as hard as my jaw dropped when you laid out that FBDO quote. This channel has such a lovely charm to it that combines some pretty cheeky humor with just razor sharp insight and analysis! I think it's quite nice(:
Do yourselves a favor, and go see him live! The set is amazing!!! His WHOLE art direction is top notch
you've changed my entire view of this album and now I'm gonna listen to it so differently so thank you
can we all appreciate the brilliant editing in this video
The drum-driven mega-beats on this album are simply legendary
Lonerism and The Slow Rush ,for me, are the best Tame Impala albums.
@FoxyChariot
4 жыл бұрын
No Voice Yes this
@elliotsharpe5448
4 жыл бұрын
So weird cos I like inner speaker and currents but they’re all pretty close
@AmitB
4 жыл бұрын
@SPECTRE this
@noeperez4222
4 жыл бұрын
Same here 👌
I can't stop listening to this album. I love Kevin and all Tame Impala albums, I feel like he has beautifully and perfectly represented the human experience in audio form and ughhh so good
I've seen them in 2011 and I'm glad of the journey they've been through bringing us with them. Tame Impala is the soundtrack of my life in Barcelona.
@michaeleardley
2 жыл бұрын
Tame Impala is actually just one guy
"And in the air of today, is tomorrow's dust"
Listen to these albums back to back and you'll see how far he's really gone from step 1
@Middle8
4 жыл бұрын
Enrique Garcia time is represented through change. We’ve had over 10 years of Tame Impala, 4 distinct directions.
Such a good review I've been waiting for a while. Imo One More Hour is Kevin's largest track in 8 years. Frisson every time.
@zac-oros
4 жыл бұрын
Becker Aviation so good.
Perfect summary of an incredible album. Maybe some of my friends will understand my obsession with Tame Impala a bit more now ha.
Love this channel, love the visuals, Thanks Frank. xo
Every single video on this channel is amazing. Congrats.
I was waiting for this since the album came out, loved your last tame impala analysis and you once again did a great job here!
Thank you for making this. It makes me love the album even more
I’ve been waiting for your video on this album and like always you didn’t disappoint. Love the break down of this album, made me grow to love it even more.
I really love how every 2 weeks you deliver an amazing analysis that is so well edited
Literally had chills the entire time. One of the best videos of this type.
This video's absolutely perfect. I loved the interpretation of each song, and the graphs are amazing. Cheers,!
This is the most in depth and accurate analysis of the album. Thank you
Loved your take on this album! (also the editing is marvelous)
amazing video essay, i cannot wait to finally see Kevin flesh out these songs in a live context, it's going to be something special for sure
WOW what a video! You're by far my favourite music channel! Kevin Parker is the GOAT
Ughhhh this video was great. Kevin Parker is truly an amazing and sentimental artist. All his songs have so much meaning to them. Ughhh Kevin!!!! You’re such a great artist!!
Your videos just get better and better. The editing is phenomenal and the content is very insightful!
Bro, you’re awesome, the editing, the sound and your voice is super great ! We can feel that you love Kevin’s work ! And I’m also a huge fan of this incredible album 🤩
editing, content and analysis on point as always! your videos are always a treat.
that was a good album
@boahboat0406
4 жыл бұрын
“The Slow Rush”
@AmitB
4 жыл бұрын
Not feeling the same, musically
@murtfjeld1398
4 жыл бұрын
@@boahboat0406 exactly.
A+ breakdown! I love the album even more now
I just f%cking love your voice and narration, dude.
this vid explains every song so well and why he put the songs in the position he did on the album
this breakdown video was AMAZING. it made me appreciate the album so much more and gave me a lot to think about. 10/10
I've been waiting for you to make a video on Slow Rush
This is literally my favorite channel. The analysis, the research, the production and the editing, and the fact that it's just wrapped up neatly in less than 20 minutes 👌 Middle8 doesn't drag the video out and everything fits and I love it.
I really think it’s funny how Tame Impalas discography has provided a musical narration/commentary for my life, and thus possibly my generation. Exploring late high school, College and coming out of college, it’s lined up with his themes almost to an eerie degree. Slow Rush is really validating for me and what I’m going through right now. Anyway, looking forward to seeing him live tomorrow
One More Hour is by far my favorite on the album and one of my favorites by Tame Impala. So glad to see you give it the spotlight it deserves at the end!
What a great video! Everything you said was on point imo. The editing was great too!
The Slow Rush is one of the greatest albums ever created. And I don't say that lightly. Kevin is a genius and a lot of people don't understand that. Tame Impala is popular don't get me wrong, but Kevins genius is so underrated and I wish more people could see what I'm talking about. The respect I have for Kevin, I just don't have words for.
Tame Impala / Kevin Parker is my favorite music creator and now so are you my friend. Fantastic video, you’ve got a new subscriber
i really like these videos.. they make me appreciate the album so much more. please keep making more
Expanding upon my all time favorite album like you have has made me sub and go down the rabbit hole of your channel ❤️
Brilliant vid, I love Tame Impala. Kevin Parker is brilliant and I love how the albums really encapsulate time passing. My favourite album will always be Lonerism, but I love each album in their own way as well as the pre-albums. Your analysis is excellent btw.
Beautifully put together video that precisely explains what I think of the album personally
Man, thank you so much for all this great content. Much love.
Great breakdown! This album got me through a lot and your analysis gives me deeper understanding to it. Thank you.
One of the best reviews I've seen! Thank you for this!! 🎶🎵🎶
This is an amazing video, I've watched it 4 or 5 times and have sent it to friends in order to expose them to the philosophical nature of Kevin's albums and that it's more than just music for the sake of music. Bravo, man. Bravo
I couldn’t describe “the slow rush” because I didn’t have any words due to the wonderful work. Basically everything that you said was what I wanted to say! Love the video!
This production quality and insight is insane I love your videos
this video is so well edited and i love tame impala. you just got yourself a new sub :D.
Dudeeee, i was waiting for you to talk about this album it’s all I’ve been listening to for the past week. ❤️
The video editing on this is mental work by the way, great job!!
Fantastic breakdown. Really nailed it on the head with this. Love the album.
i’ve been obsessed with this album since february. it’s definitely my favorite of his so far
Love your content man, keep it up!
Not even in the middle of the video and im loving it. I wanted you to do this one so bad!!
I absolutely LOVE this record. Amazing essay!
Omg your editing and visuals are top notch
Video quality is great, more people need to know about your channel!
Just like Kevin this unbelivible channel middle 8 is getting more and more facinating over time ... Congrats man sad to see contents like this ones not beeing as famous as It diserves
You are one of the most consistently interesting music journalists I've come across in a lifetime. Brilliant work.
This review is something incredible! Great job
The attention you give to your craft. Is unlike any other channel on this platform
It makes me sad that Patience didn't make it onto the album. I feel like the thesis of The Slow Rush can be found in the opening lines of Patience. "Has it been that long? Did I count the days wrong?" Somehow time rushes right by no matter how slow it feels.
@curiouslyunruffled
4 жыл бұрын
Au contraire, I think Kevin made a great decision by not including Patience bc the beats on the song are v dissimilar to the entire album bc obviously he made Patience way before he actually started work on The Slow Rush. Patience wouldn't have fit into the album's sound aesthetic. Just listen to Patience and the album simultaneously and you'll realize what I'm saying!
@delaneyfayce
3 жыл бұрын
I think that Patience should’ve been on the album. I think he put it out to give us something to get us by for one more year (hah) but it would’ve fit into the album so well. Sucks that I’m not able to listen to Patience on the same vinyl record as the album
@jb1197
3 жыл бұрын
honestly it would ruin the album patience for me was a bland single, the drums and bongos didnt mix well with the piano balled and the synths and some of the lyrics for the first time on a tame impala song where questionable, but the opening lyrics are clever. on the song you can just hear the rust from the half decade he didnt make music
@voidzminer1017
Жыл бұрын
@@delaneyfayceno choice is also amazing
Recently fell in love with this album and this is a perfect breakdown of it
Great video, very well made and thought through narrative 🤘
You made this video so interesting bro great work
10/10 analysis as always bro! Keep up the great work!👍🏽
Great channel! Good job!
You have helped give this album context I didn't realize it has, now I will listen to it with a different perspective
This is one of the best album explanations I've ever seen