Post Beam Revisited by Gavin Froome: A Deep House Time Capsule That Still Hits
Let’s talk about Post Beam Revisited by Gavin Froome—it’s one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released back in 2001 under Nordic Trax (a Canadian label with serious vibes), this thing is pure deep house gold. It doesn’t scream for attention, but once it sinks its hooks into you, man, it just won’t let go.
First off, I gotta shout out “1980 (Andrew Macari Remix).” This track? Absolute magic. From the moment the beat kicks in, there’s something nostalgic yet fresh about it—like finding an old photo album and realizing how cool your parents were before you existed. The bassline rumbles along like a heartbeat, steady and warm, while these shimmering synth lines float around like sunlight breaking through clouds. You don’t even realize you’re nodding your head until you catch yourself smiling like an idiot. Honestly, I think this remix could soundtrack any late-night drive or lazy Sunday morning perfectly. It feels lived-in, like it already knows your secrets and loves you anyway.
And then there’s “Smoke (JT Donaldson Remix),” which hits completely different but just as hard. Where “1980” feels open and airy, “Smoke” wraps itself around you like a cozy blanket—or maybe a foggy night where everything slows down. JT Donaldson adds this hypnotic groove that feels almost meditative; every note seems to breathe. There’s a rawness to it too, like someone left their fingerprints all over the soundwaves. By the time the keys come in halfway through, you’re not sure if you’re dancing or dreaming anymore. Either way, it sticks with you long after the music stops.
What makes Post Beam Revisited special isn’t just the tracks themselves—it’s the mood they create together. Listening to this album feels like stepping into another world, one where time doesn’t matter and the only thing that exists is the pulse of the music. Gavin Froome crafted something timeless here, even though it came out over two decades ago. In a genre that sometimes leans too polished or predictable, this record has soul. Like, actual soul.
Here’s the kicker though: deep house can sometimes feel impersonal, like it’s more about the vibe than the human behind it. But Post Beam Revisited? Nah, this one feels alive. Maybe it’s because it came from Canada—a place known more for maple syrup than electronic beats—but somehow, that outsider energy works wonders. Or maybe Gavin Froome just got lucky. Who knows?
Anyway, listening to this album today feels like rediscovering an old friend who never really left. If you haven’t heard it yet, do yourself a favor and press play. Just don’t blame me when you start hearing echoes of “1980” in your sleep.
