For Melancholy Brunettes (and Sad Women)

Instrumentally and vocally this is such a beautiful piece of work. The influence of European romanticism and baroque pop is incredibly prevalant, and sets it apart from the band's previous works. The orchestration and singing is so pleasing to the ear, it really feels like a dream. I saw someone describe the lyricism as a chamber of mirrors, which is a beautiful analogy, because this is one of the most introspective albums I've heard. But overall, at least half of the songs didn't really click with me, even if they have a lot of qualities which I appreciate and would like to see on future JP records. I hope to revisit this album and have it grow on me. My favs are Orlando in Love, Here is Someone and Winter in LA.