Post Tropical

Released in early 2014, Post Tropical represents a radical sonic departure for James Vincent McMorrow. Following the success of his starkly acoustic debut, Early in the Morning, McMorrow relocated to a pecan farm in Texas to record this follow-up. The result is a sophisticated blend of indie folk, neo-soul, and downtempo electronica. The album is notable for its move away from the guitar, favoring Rhodes piano, muted brass, and 808 drum machines. Critics, including those at AllMusic, noted the album's 'stunning' shift toward a more textured, R&B-influenced sound, drawing comparisons to Bon Iver's electronic evolution. The record's centerpiece tracks, like 'Cavalier' and 'Red Dust', showcase a newfound rhythmic complexity and a masterful use of negative space. This album solidified McMorrow's reputation as a genre-blurring artist capable of immense sonic growth while maintaining his signature emotional weight.