Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker reveals a charming groove on “Dracula,” embracing the darkness behind the glamour as he navigates the complexities of everyday life with cinematic flair.
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As the leaves begin to fall and take on a new color at dusk, the vivid blues fade into the night sky.
Into this world, Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker has released “Dracula,” casting a haunting mood that urges listeners to “run from the sun” while embracing the darkness beyond the rays.
Dancing in the dark, Parker draws influence from Western Australia’s rave scene and the surrounding bush doof culture, escaping into a landscape that reveals his inner world and touches the depths of listeners’ hearts. With “End of Summer” and “Loser,” he’s already begun sketching the framework for his fifth studio album, Deadbeat, out October 17th via Columbia Records. With each new release, Parker uncovers another layer of his cathartic exploration of situational complexity and the mundane rhythms of daily life.
“Dracula” showcases Parker’s most expressive vocal performance of his recent singles. The tune evokes the spirit of the well-known Victorian folklore vampires, while conjuring imagery reminiscent of a page from Bram Stoker’s novel. It paints a picturesque, cinematic scene at dawn, placing Parker’s character amid the tension between night and light – a moment suspended in transition.
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
(Dilemma)
The morning light is turning blue,
the feeling is bizarre (Bizarre)
The night is almost over,
I still don’t know where you are
The shadows, yeah, they keep me pretty
like a movie star (Ha-ha-ha-ha)
Daylight makes me feel like Dracula (Dracula)
Sonically, “Dracula” unfurls through Parker’s trademark falsetto, built atop sustained keys and ominous coos that greet the listener like the first light of day.
A groove of genre-bending textures and intermittent chimes piques curiosity, pulling the listener deeper into the track’s hazy rhythm. There’s a tangible awareness of time shifting – of dawn bleeding into day – as the melody guides listeners through questions of duty and perceived obligations, rather than committing to where the heart longs to reside, bathed in the pale light of doubt that seeps through the cracks of companionship.
In the end, I hope it’s you and me
In the darkness, I would never leave you (Ah)
Won’t ever see me in the light of day
It’s far too late, the time has come
I’m on the verge of caving in, I run back through thе dark
Now I’m Mr. Charisma, Pablo Escobar (Escobar)
My friends are saying, “Shut up, Kevin, just gеt in the car” (Kevin)
I just wanna be right where you are (Oh, my love)
“Dracula” enables listeners to reflect on the complex dynamics of obligations and companionship.
As the song fades into completion, listeners are left with a lingering sense of introspection — an inner reflection that feels uniquely their own. “Dracula” is both haunting and rejuvenating, embracing the mystery of uncertainty and the quiet weight of obligation while navigating the choices and crossroads of everyday life.
Parker’s sonic world feels alive with motion and shadow, pulsing with the tension between light and dark. Fans should act quickly to secure tickets, as Tame Impala continues to captivate tastemakers and audiences alike — with newly added shows in Los Angeles and Oakland already selling fast. Recently, Parker announced his UK/EU tour ahead of Deadbeat, which arrives on streaming platforms worldwide October 17th!
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