Upon approaching ‘Wedding Guest (Fled the Wedding)’, one can only remain hypnotised by the kaleidoscopic and theatrical nature of the record. Penned by experienced performer and artist Anton Sword, the song is a mesmerising blend of electronica, pop and folk lyricism, all packaged into a euphoric, relatable and uplifting gem. Sonically, we find a poignant piano, a funky-flavoured bass and electronic beats.
They all work together in highlighting Sword’s evocative, nuanced vocals, delivering every line and every word with the most respectful solemnity. That’s how seriously he takes his lyrical matter, often resulting in a nostalgic and reflective journey into human nature. We are confident ‘Wedding Guest (Fled the Wedding)’ will connect with a plethora of music-loving peeps out there, as it did with us.
Emerging from NYC, Anton Sword can boast a legendary career, having toured the USA and Europe, taking his artistry wherever it might be needed. Notably, one of his compositions is permanently displayed in the American Museum of Natural History.
Speaking about the storyline behind ‘Wedding Guest (Fled the Wedding)’, Sword explains: “you’re invited to the wedding of a lover from your past: someone you’ve lost touch with. Your affair was long ago. As far as you know, you bear each other no malice; you’re mere memories. Slicing through the veils of this wild carnival of a wedding, you glimpse the life situation your ex-lover is embracing, or passively surrendering to, as a sad farce. Or is it? Should it have been you? Did you make a narrow escape? Where will you both diverge to now?”
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