Thundercat Returns with New Album ‘Distracted’ – First Album in Six Years
Published: April 8, 2026 | By: Urban Street Culture
Thundercat New Album ‘Distracted’
Thundercat is back. The Grammy-winning bass virtuoso has released his first album in six years, Distracted, arriving April 3, 2026 via Brainfeeder / Ninja Tune. The album tackles the overwhelming nature of modern life in the digital age, featuring an all-star lineup including Mac Miller, Tame Impala, Lil Yachty, A$AP Rocky, and WILLOW.
What Is ‘Distracted’ About?
The album’s title reflects its central theme: the overstimulation and introspection of living in the internet era. In an interview with The FADER, Thundercat compared the internet to “herpes” — noting it “isn’t going anywhere” — and called “too much information all the time” his biggest complaint about online life.
“The reality of what life has been for me is that I have never really stopped working. But I feel like it’s more indicative of how things feel right now.”
— Thundercat
Tracklist & Featured Guests
Distracted features 15 tracks with an impressive roster of collaborators:
| Track # | Title | Featured Artist(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Candlelight | — |
| 2 | No More Lies | Tame Impala |
| 3 | She Knows Too Much | Mac Miller (posthumous) |
| 4 | I Did This To Myself | Lil Yachty |
| 5 | Funny Friends | A$AP Rocky |
| 6 | What Is Left To Say | The Lemon Twigs |
| 7 | I Wish I Didn’t Waste Your Time | — |
| 8 | Anakin Learns His Fate | — |
| 9 | Walking on the Moon | — |
| 10 | This Thing We Call Love | Channel Tres |
| 11 | ThunderWave | WILLOW |
| 12 | Pozole | — |
| 13 | A.D.D. Through The Roof | — |
| 14 | Great Americans | — |
| 15 | You Left Without Saying Goodbye | — |
Mac Miller Collaboration: ‘She Knows Too Much’
One of the album’s most anticipated tracks is “She Knows Too Much” featuring the late Mac Miller. The song was restored from work created prior to Miller’s passing in 2018, with Thundercat receiving permission from the Mac Miller Estate to complete it.
“I’m grateful to have spent my time on this planet with Mac. What an artist, what a spirit, what a joy to have experienced.”
— Thundercat
The track was named BBC Radio 1’s Hottest Record, and its music video — directed by Léa Esmaili — features a striking mix of 2D and 3D animation.
Singles Leading Up to the Album
- “I Did This To Myself” (feat. Lil Yachty, prod. Flying Lotus) – Released January 30, 2026
- “She Knows Too Much” (feat. Mac Miller) – Released February 17, 2026
Production Credits
The album was primarily produced by Greg Kurstin, with additional production from:
- Flying Lotus (longtime Thundercat collaborator)
- Kenneth Blume (Kenny Beats)
- The Lemon Twigs
Formats & Availability
Distracted is available in the following formats:
- Digital (streaming and download)
- CD
- Standard Red Vinyl
- Limited Edition Clear/Black Marbled “Smoke Effect” Vinyl
Why ‘Distracted’ Matters
Distracted is Thundercat’s fifth studio album and his first full-length release since It Is What It Is (2020), which won the Grammy Award for Best Progressive R&B Album. The six-year gap marks the longest album drought of his career, making this release highly anticipated among fans and critics alike.
The album captures the tension between overstimulation and introspection — a theme that resonates deeply in 2026’s hyper-connected world.
Key Takeaways:
- Album: Distracted by Thundercat
- Release Date: April 3, 2026
- Label: Brainfeeder / Ninja Tune
- Featured Guests: Mac Miller, Tame Impala, Lil Yachty, A$AP Rocky, WILLOW, Channel Tres, The Lemon Twigs
- Producers: Greg Kurstin, Flying Lotus, Kenny Beats, The Lemon Twigs
- Themes: Digital overstimulation, introspection, modern life
Stream ‘Distracted’ now on all major platforms. Physical formats available via Brainfeeder and Ninja Tune.
