Under the alias Father John Misty, American John Tillman can hide behind all sorts of musical genres, ranging from theatrical to intimate. His penchant for orchestral music could already be heard on God's Favorite Customer (2019). On this album he drew inspiration from jazz standards, big bands and classical pop. In the process, Tillman emerges as a true charmer, singing his way through a period
… from, say, the 1930s to the 1960s as a crooner. Classic film music that seems to come straight from Hollywood is interspersed with richly orchestrated arrangements that are bursting with detail. Wind and string sections sway to their heart's content on this record that overflows with timelessness. Another tip: fasten your seatbelts when you arrive at the closing number. Because Father John Misty is still in for a surprise! (JvQ)more
