Tyler, the Creator's surprise album tops the charts.

By Rodney Carmichael

Published August 2, 2025 at 5:57 PM EDT

Don't Tap the Glass is a bit of a left turn: a hyperkinetic, summertime LP with an urgent appeal to move the masses.

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