Tyler, the Creator Releases Surprise Album ‘Don’t Tap the Glass'

Tyler, the Creator has unveiled a new studio album titled Don’t Tap the Glass, marking his ninth solo project. Released on July 21, 2025, through Columbia Records, the album arrived with little notice, continuing Tyler’s pattern of unconventional and condensed release cycles.

The album features ten tracks, clocking in at just under 29 minutes. As with many of his previous works, Tyler took full control of the production. The music leans into an upbeat, danceable style—designed for active listening environments like driving or working out. The opening track, “Big Poe,” incorporates a sample from Busta Rhymes' "Pass the Courvoisier Part II," setting an energetic tone for the record.

Promotion for the album began just days before its release. On July 18, Tyler hinted at the project during a Chromakopia tour stop at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, where a glass-themed installation appeared. A dedicated website, donttaptheglass.com, was launched soon after, alongside limited merchandise including T-shirts, hats, and physical copies of the album on CD and vinyl.

The release follows closely behind Chromakopia, Tyler’s eighth album, which debuted in October 2024. While Don’t Tap the Glass is distinct in tone and structure, both projects are being supported by his current tour, which includes performances across North America, Asia, Oceania, and Southeast Asia. The tour includes appearances at major summer festivals such as Lollapalooza and Outside Lands.

Unlike previous projects, Don’t Tap the Glass was released without any lead singles or extended promotional buildup, a move that aligns with Tyler’s evolving approach to music distribution. Early listening sessions, held in a phone-free environment, emphasized physical movement and raw engagement with the sound.

As Tyler continues to blur the boundaries between surprise drops and immersive rollouts, Don’t Tap the Glass reinforces his status as a boundary-pushing artist with a dedicated global following.

Sources: Billboard, Treble Zine, Variety, Pitchfork.