Fans rave about Tyler, The Creator's new dance album, 'Don't Tap the Glass'

Less than a year after his chart-topping album "Chromakopia," Tyler, The Creator has released his ninth studio album, "Don't Tap the Glass." The album, featuring 10 songs produced and performed by Tyler, The Creator, was released on July 21. The cover art depicts the artist with an oversized head and limbs, wearing red pants, a large gold chain, glasses, and a red hat that reads, "GLASS."

In an Instagram post on Monday, the rapper and producer shared his thoughts on people not dancing in public due to the fear of being filmed. Tyler, The Creator hosted a listening party for the new album in Los Angeles on Sunday, taking a break from his ongoing "Chromakopia: The World Tour." He emphasized that the album is meant for movement and recommended listening at full volume.

Accompanying the album release, a music video for the track "Stop Playing with Me" was released, featuring Pusha T, Malice, and LeBron James. The video garnered over 574,000 views on YouTube within three hours of its release. Fans have expressed their admiration for "Don't Tap the Glass," noting its different sound and shorter duration compared to "Chromakopia."

TikTok user Tyson Jones highlighted the fun and dance-centric nature of the new album, suggesting that Tyler, The Creator created it for his fans to enjoy. Brielle Ki, an editorial intern at Hypebeast, described the album as a raw and creatively impulsive departure from the more structured "Chromakopia." The album is seen as a glimpse into Tyler, The Creator's creative process, showcasing his musical expression without the need for explanation.