Give a warm welcome back to Thundercat. The singer has announced his first album in six years, with Distracted set to drop later this year. Before diving into the full project, we’re treated to a first taste. To step back into the spotlight, Thundercat calls in a little help from a friend — Lil Yachty joins him on this comeback.

Thundercat is known for his signature blend of funk and jazz, sprinkled with touches of R&B and hip-hop. Looking at his past, that versatility makes perfect sense. He started out as the bassist for hardcore punk band Suicidal Tendencies before becoming a key collaborator in modern hip-hop and R&B — most notably with Kendrick Lamar on the critically acclaimed To Pimp a Butterfly.

This comeback arrives as a full-on funky statement. Thundercat sounds ready to turn 2026 into one long party, with Lil Yachty right by his side. He reminds us of every trick he has up his sleeve — vocally and on bass. From soulful low-register moments to soaring falsetto runs, he truly has it all. ‘I Did This To Myself’ is an absolute banger of a return. It feels like the beginning of already one of the year’s most anticipated albums.