Tame Impala Releases First Single on Columbia Records

Tame Impala, the musical project led by Kevin Parker, has released a new seven-minute single titled "End of Summer," marking the first official release under the name since 2020's The Slow Rush and the first on Columbia Records. This track showcases a blend of various dance music eras, including '90s acid house and Australian bush doofs, signaling a new sonic direction for the project. Parker's new deal with Columbia Records unifies his recording and publishing efforts under Sony Music, following a long-standing publishing relationship with Sony Music Publishing that began in 2009. The release is accompanied by a music video directed by Julian Klincewicz and follows several teasers, including a cryptic social media campaign and a surprise DJ set debut. Fans anticipate that "End of Summer" will be the lead single from a forthcoming album, which Parker has suggested contains 13 completed tracks, possibly set for release in late summer 2025. Parker's recent work also includes production and collaborations with major artists such as Dua Lipa and Justice, reinforcing his status as a significant figure in contemporary music.