Tame Impala frontman Kevin Parker says he will no longer sign autographs after shows, and also plans to stop taking photos with fans at locations such as hotels and airports. Parker makes the announcement through Instagram Stories while he is on a North America tour.
In describing his decision, Parker says he is concerned about “aggressive” autograph seekers and excessive crowds waiting after performances. He also alleges that some collectors may use children to gain access to him for signatures. Billboard and The Guardian both report that Parker asks fans not to be offended by the change, framing it as a response to unwanted behavior rather than a refusal of support.
The outlets focus on the same core announcement and reasoning: Parker’s new boundaries for post-show interactions and his criticism of certain collectors’ conduct. Neither source indicates a change to the tour itself, only to how he will engage in person with fans after performances and in travel-related settings.
