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Antony and the Johnsons

Musical Group

Antony and the Johnsons is a music group led by Antony Hegarty (Anohni), known for emotive, piano-led chamber pop with orchestral arrangements and a distinctive voice.

Reviews mention recurring collaborators such as Lou Reed, Boy George, Rufus Wainwright, Devendra Banhart and Björk. Common themes in the reviews are melancholy, gender identity, and piano-dominated arrangements. Notable albums discussed on DeBaser include I Am a Bird Now, The Crying Light and Swanlights.

DeBaser reviews emphasize Antony's distinctive, emotive voice and piano-centered songwriting. Arrangements are noted for strings and restrained orchestration. Recurring themes: sadness, longing, and gender identity. Key albums in the reviews: I Am a Bird Now, The Crying Light, Swanlights. Several guest collaborators are repeatedly mentioned.

For:Fans of emotive, piano-led chamber pop; listeners interested in singer-songwriter work addressing gender and melancholy.

 I can confidently say that Antony is an extraordinary singer.

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 A poignant portrait of a tormented existence, the new album from Antony & The Johnsons, "I Am A Bird Now", is one of the most beautiful works of 2005.

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 This record is love. Pure love. Love for music.

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