Overview
Currents is Tame Impala’s third studio album, released July 17, 2015. The album marked Kevin Parker’s evolution from psychedelic rock toward synth-pop and electronic production, becoming one of the most influential albums of the 2010s and a Coachella/festival staple.
Critical Acclaim
Currents debuted at #4 on the Billboard 200 and won Best Rock Album at the 2016 Grammys. The album received universal acclaim for its lush production, vulnerable lyrics about heartbreak and change, and Parker’s multi-instrumental genius (he played all instruments and produced the entire album alone).
Cultural Impact
“The Less I Know the Better” became Tame Impala’s signature song, with its funky bassline becoming one of the most recognizable riffs of the decade. The song gained viral TikTok resurgence in 2020-2021. Currents influenced artists from Travis Scott to The Weeknd, with Parker becoming a sought-after producer/collaborator.