Tropez is the conclusion of 15 years spent touring the mainstream music market, and sharing the stage at major festivals that include Hangout Fest, Life is Beautiful, Sundance, and Made In America. That time was frequently spent feeling a sense of separation, of outsider status. In working through this with a therapist, Tropez represents a potential musical outlet for those feelings. In Tropez’s own words:

“The climate of the world we live in, the exponential growth of technology, and becoming a parent have filled my notepad with words to attach to melodies.”

The first single lifted from a forthcoming debut album, Slow It Down is produced by Grammy-winning producer Ben H Allen III, who is notable for working with Washed Out, Animal Collective, Gnarls Barkley, and Neon Indian. The impact of that production is audible, without overwhelming Tropez’s own style.

Slow It Down moves with a sense of slow drama, a quiet disco style infusing the bass line, strings, and synths. Loose percussion still manages to deliver a punchy feel, and gently strummed guitars give the piece a relaxed, transportive feel. Tied together with a yearning vocal, the whole thing feels like the sunset on the beach… Eminently classy, yet instantly appealing.

Check out Slow It Down below. As well as that debut album, it will be followed by an official remix of St Lucia’s upbeat Gimme The Night.