ALBUM OF THE WEEK

GRAPEFRUIT SEASON

James Vincent McMorrow ★★★★I The long-awaited fifth studio album from singer-songwriter James Vincent McMorrow, Grapefruit Season is a tender blend of heartfelt warmth, chaotic emotion and reflective poignancy.

A sweeping album, primarily recorded between London, Los Angeles and Dublin prior to the pandemic, the uncertainty of life is the common thread that strings its 14 simmering R&B infused tracks together.

Overflowing with layered synths and hook-heavy choruses, it’s a fine display – but one that stands to wrongly pigeonhole McMorrow as just another run-of-the-mill pop crossover. He’s unleashed an enigmatic album to rival the most intriguing of 2021 releases.