#Antony Hegarty

[pineywoodhills]

Rufus Wainwright - Old Whore's Diet (feat. Antony)

ANOHNI HEGARTY

[kikenhanna17world]

Asked by Antony Hegarty (from Antony and the Johnsons) to host a women-only event as part of his Meltdown at the South Bank in London, Abramović held a lecture entitled "The Spirit in Any Condition Does Not Burn". At the time, she said she was sceptical at first because she believes that “an artist has no gender. All that matters is whether they make good art or bad art.” She finally agreed because she thought, “Why not do something strange and different for once? Artists can do whatever they want!”

[gregorsamsa-ra]

patti smith, matthias grunewald, sylvia plath, john singer, toni morrison, frida kahlo, gina pane,, oscar wilde, el greco, george struikelblok, tracey emin, mark rothko, julia margaret cameron, jung boc su, ron athey, andrea mantegna, seamus heaney, nico, gustav mahler, paula rego, diane arbus, arvo part, bob flanagan, leonard cohen, ahn chang hong, francisco goya, nina simone, ulay, susan sontag, marina abramovic, edith piaf, edvard munch, louise bourgeois, beth gibbons, ian curtis, raimund hoghe, antony hegarty, maria callas, samuel barber, gunter bruce, francis bacon, arthur rimbaud, kae tempest, mike parr, david nebreda, pier paolo pasolini, sam fender, nick cave, ana mendieta, christian boltanski, leon golub, fabio mauri, david olusoga, kiki smith, maya angelou, hieronymus bosch, bobby baker, janis joplin, nan goldin, andrei tarkovsky, bob dylan, abel ascona, nancy spero, billie holiday, robert capa, sarah lucas, friedrich nietzsche, sonia boyce, steve mcqueen, fabrizio de andre', alda merini, letizia battaglia, nick drake, charles bukowski, iannis xenakis, rogier vander weyden, janine antonii, arvo parks, tracy chapman, jean genet, valie export, linda mary montano, william blake, john cooper clarke, hannah wilke, lou reed, tracey moffat, doris salcedo, rebecca horn, giacomo leopardi, santiago sierra, teresa margolles, regina jose' galindo, suzanne lacy

[uncleabbie]

Antony Hegarty goes by "Anohni" now. Her cover of an old Fleetwood Mac song is achingly beautiful.

[musicabir]

Celebrating LGBTQ+ Icons in Music

Throughout history, LGBTQ+ artists have been trailblazers in the music industry, challenging norms and spreading acceptance through their art. Here's a glimpse into the journeys and contributions of some of these incredible musicians:

1. Elton John - A global superstar with timeless hits like "Your Song" and "Rocket Man," Elton John faced both admiration and backlash in the '70s but became a staunch advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

2. Freddie Mercury - The charismatic frontman of Queen, Mercury's powerful voice and unforgettable performances left a lasting impact on music and culture with anthems like "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "We Are the Champions."

3. Tegan and Sara - Indie pop icons, the Quin sisters have been open about their sexuality since their teens, using their platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights with albums like "The Con" and "Heartthrob."

4. Janelle Monáe - Monáe’s genre-blending music and bold visuals challenge conventions of gender and sexuality. Albums like "The ArchAndroid" and "Dirty Computer" celebrate empowerment and self-expression.

5. Frank Ocean - Breaking barriers in 2012, Ocean's soulful voice and innovative albums like "Channel Orange" and "Blonde" have earned him praise for his honesty and artistry.

6. Hayley Kiyoko - Dubbed "Lesbian Jesus" by fans, Kiyoko's catchy anthems and albums like "Expectations" explore themes of love and self-discovery, connecting with LGBTQ+ audiences.

7. Lil Nas X - A cultural phenomenon, Lil Nas X challenges norms and delivers hits like "Old Town Road" and "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)," addressing queer identity and societal expectations.

8. Anohni (Antony Hegarty) - With mesmerising vocals and lyrics, Anohni, a transgender artist, dives into themes of identity and activism, winning acclaim with albums like "I Am a Bird Now."

9. Sam Smith - Non-binary artist Sam Smith captivates with their soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics, exploring love and personal growth in albums like "In the Lonely Hour" and "Love Goes."

10. Ma Rainey - Known as the "Mother of the Blues," Rainey was a pioneering bisexual artist in the early 20th century, whose bold personality and music made the foundation for future LGBTQ+ artists.

These musicians have not only enriched the world with their talent but also contributed to greater acceptance and understanding in society. Let's honor their impact and ongoing contributions to the soundtrack of our lives.

[hestiasroom]

Okay so anyone who knows me knows I love Bjork.

One of my favorites from her has always been The Dull Flame of Desire off of Volta. It's a duet she did with Antony Hegarty, and the lyrics just get me every time. Just a beautiful track in my opinion.

I was in the mood to listen to it again today (okay maybe I listened to it like 6 times) and while I was, I just started a google search about the song. Imagine my shock to realize the man who did the duet with her has since transed himself, and now calls himself a woman named Anohni??! All this to say, these dudes are literally everywhere. Even where I'm not looking for it. I can't believe Bjork did a song with a pervert. ☹ I still love her though smh

[k-apme-h-salzc-a]

“The Internet might be useful for creating revolution, but all it’s creating in the Western world is more passivity, more disconnection. It’s a fucking nightmare. When I was 20 years old in New York City, do you think you walked into a coffee shop and saw 40 people staring at $2,000 purchases all made from the same company? And those are all the artists! I talk to young musicians now, and they’re just happy to be making records that get released. They don’t even consider that, in the old days, they could making a living by selling records. They don’t even get paid for their work. All that money just goes to Apple and they’re happy to just have people going to their shows. It just took two generations for Apple and similar companies to convince artists they don’t deserve to get paid and that they should just be grateful for the tools that Apple is providing us to make our work, as if we need them to make our art. It’s very, very fucked up. I’ve stopped using the Internet, basically. I text, but I’ve whittled that down. I’m trying to just revert to a landline. I don’t want to live in computer time.

The Internet doesn’t care if we’ve had enough.”

— Antony Hegarty

[musicarenagh]

CAVN's 'Pure & Grey': A Soul-Stirring Debut "Pure & Grey," the inaugural whisper from CAVN's soul-stirring symphony, arrives like a gentle storm breaking over an ocean of human emotion. With Stefan Kelk lending his vocals—a vessel laden with deep-sea truths and tales of heartache—it's vividly evident this track is layered with more than just notes; it’s weaved with threads of visceral experiences. https://open.spotify.com/track/6cAAqVY7ipdkqlwBKIHG3q?si=2aa752b3337a43c3 In a haunting melange that feels as though Hans Zimmer stumbled into an underground electronic show, "Pure & Grey" defies genre boxes, flirting shamelessly between cinematic grandeur and sharply crafted electronic beats reminiscent of M83's midnight anthems. The classical roots are not merely influences but ancestors calling across time—their wisdom pulsating through beats and strings. CAVN dawns her role seamlessly as both composer and emotional architect. Her debut offering doesn’t just scratch at the surface but claws deeply into the struggle for reconciliation after love has expired into echoing memories. The acoustics swell in harmony with our own chests—each orchestral rise another breath drawn against life's most intimate sorrows. [caption id="attachment_54608" align="alignnone" width="1242"] CAVN's 'Pure & Grey': A Soul-Stirring Debut[/caption] Kelk brings authenticity that might remind one eerily of Antony Hegarty—if Antony fed their fairy-like timbre through a walkie-talkie made from discarded cello parts. Under this partnership, layers converge to become something all too rare: genuinely touching music composed in high-definition clarity while embracing technology’s raw edge. Mixed by Josh Allmark—who evidently knows how to let subtlety steer—and mastered to perfection by Robin Barte, “Pure & Grey” doesn't simply speak; it confesses shades of feelings that often find no words—a soundtrack not for merely a moment in film but for snapshots stapled within personal histories. For those who’ve ever felt loss tangle itself around their bones or have danced alone remembering hands once held close—one listen will confirm that CAVN doesn’t just create songs but instead sculpts solace out of silence. Follow CAVN on Website, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

[decibelico]

Björk - Volta.

Volta, el sexto disco de Björk, ha salido a la luz y con el poco tiempo transcurrido desde su lanzamiento ha generado opiniones encontradas. Esto no es novedad ya que la artista ha sido controversial desde 1993 cuando lanzó su disco Debut, que se particularizaba por sus delicados arreglos incrustados entre poderosos beats. 

La mayor parte de este trabajo es producido por Björk, exceptuando los temas Earth Intruders, Innocence y Hope, co-producidos con Timbaland (Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake) y Mark Bell (LFO, Depeche Mode). El material una vez más presenta a una artista arriesgada con un estilo único que puede deleitar o entorpecer al oído más crítico.

En Volta, Björk incluye sus tradicionales secuencias con mezclas interesantes de instrumentos de viento. Sobresale el tema Wanderlust, que muestra un excelente arreglo con un ensamble de metales que se mueve sin problemas sobre una dominante secuencia.

El estilo de los temas es variado a lo largo del disco. Esta posible inconsistencia puede ser criticable. Sin embargo, para los fieles seguidores de la islandesa, es un atractivo irrechazable ya que podrán tener una muestra de las cualidades de Björk en cada tema. Los arreglos han alcanzado madurez y se presentan suavemente para ser disfrutados con detenimiento.

La producción de Volta contó con artistas invitados de la talla de Antony Hegarty, vocalista de Antony And The Johnsons, quien canta a dúo los temas Dull Flame of Desire y My Juvenile, así como el baterista Chris Corsano, quien ha colaborado anteriormente con Thurston Moore, guitarrista de Sonic Youth.

Volta puede ser considerado uno de los discos más digeribles de Björk, que incluye todas las variantes del estilo que la identifica: participación de instrumentos poco comunes, secuencias recurrentes, melosas baladas, saturaciones en los puentes y fraseos extendidos. Es un buen álbum que permitirá a otras audiencias acercarse a esta compositora que tiene una calidad musical indiscutible.

Para más información sobre Björk:

www.bjork.com

www.myspace.com/bjork

Publicado el 8 de mayo de 2007 en Milenio Blogs

[chrisryanspeaks]

HEAR: Anohni and the Johnsons - ‘My Back Was A Bridge For You To Cross’

Anohni, formerly known as Antony Hegarty, is an English-born singer, songwriter, and visual artist. As the lead singer of the band Anohni and the Johnsons, Anohni garnered critical acclaim for her unique voice and emotionally charged performances. Let's take a closer look at their work and explore their musical style. Anohni's music is often characterized by its haunting beauty and raw vulnerability. Her voice is a truly distinctive instrument, with a rich and soulful quality that captivates listeners. She possesses a remarkable ability to convey deep emotions and introspection through her powerful vocal delivery. The Johnsons, consisting of a rotating cast of musicians, provide a lush and atmospheric backdrop to Anohni's vocals. Their arrangements are often minimalistic, focusing on delicate piano melodies, string arrangements, and subtle percussion. This minimalist approach allows Anohni's voice to take center stage, creating an intimate and introspective atmosphere. Lyrically, Anohni explores a wide range of themes, including love, loss, identity, and political activism on “MBWABFYTC”. Her songs often carry a sense of melancholy and longing, and her deeply personal lyrics resonate with listeners on a profound level. There is an inherent vulnerability in her writing that makes the songs relatable and emotionally resonant. One of the standouts on the album from Anohni and the Johnsons is "Drone Bomb Me". This album is already receiving widespread critical acclaim. It features beautifully crafted songs such as “If I Must Change” and “Scapegoat” which showcase Anohni's poignant songwriting and powerful vocal performances. Anohni and the Johnsons' discography is a testament to their artistic integrity and emotional depth. Through their music, they have touched the hearts of many listeners, offering a unique and introspective experience and “MBWABFYTC” attests to their strength in songwriting. Their ability to create atmospheric soundscapes and deliver poignant lyrics with Anohni's exceptional voice sets them apart in the music industry. In conclusion, Anohni and the Johnsons' music is a soul-stirring journey filled with emotional depth, vulnerability, and profound introspection. Their distinctive sound, characterized by Anohni's haunting vocals and minimalist arrangements, creates an intimate and captivating atmosphere. We strongly recommend you listen to her new album below. Read the full article

[audiofuzz]

HEAR: Anohni and the Johnsons - ‘My Back Was A Bridge For You To Cross’

Anohni, formerly known as Antony Hegarty, is an English-born singer, songwriter, and visual artist. As the lead singer of the band Anohni and the Johnsons, Anohni garnered critical acclaim for her unique voice and emotionally charged performances. Let's take a closer look at their work and explore their musical style. Anohni's music is often characterized by its haunting beauty and raw vulnerability. Her voice is a truly distinctive instrument, with a rich and soulful quality that captivates listeners. She possesses a remarkable ability to convey deep emotions and introspection through her powerful vocal delivery. The Johnsons, consisting of a rotating cast of musicians, provide a lush and atmospheric backdrop to Anohni's vocals. Their arrangements are often minimalistic, focusing on delicate piano melodies, string arrangements, and subtle percussion. This minimalist approach allows Anohni's voice to take center stage, creating an intimate and introspective atmosphere. Lyrically, Anohni explores a wide range of themes, including love, loss, identity, and political activism on “MBWABFYTC”. Her songs often carry a sense of melancholy and longing, and her deeply personal lyrics resonate with listeners on a profound level. There is an inherent vulnerability in her writing that makes the songs relatable and emotionally resonant. One of the standouts on the album from Anohni and the Johnsons is "Drone Bomb Me". This album is already receiving widespread critical acclaim. It features beautifully crafted songs such as “If I Must Change” and “Scapegoat” which showcase Anohni's poignant songwriting and powerful vocal performances. Anohni and the Johnsons' discography is a testament to their artistic integrity and emotional depth. Through their music, they have touched the hearts of many listeners, offering a unique and introspective experience and “MBWABFYTC” attests to their strength in songwriting. Their ability to create atmospheric soundscapes and deliver poignant lyrics with Anohni's exceptional voice sets them apart in the music industry. In conclusion, Anohni and the Johnsons' music is a soul-stirring journey filled with emotional depth, vulnerability, and profound introspection. Their distinctive sound, characterized by Anohni's haunting vocals and minimalist arrangements, creates an intimate and captivating atmosphere. We strongly recommend you listen to her new album below. Read the full article

[turnupthevolumebelgium]

ALBUM OF THE DAY

8 July 2023

[montyjohnnyhart]

one of day I was looking for "birdgirl(tv show)" on youtube and I found this music with the song "anthony and the johnson" "bird gurhl" there. I really liked the song so I edited one of my drawings

[nofatclips]

End of the Freak Show by CocoRosie featuring Big Freedia, Anohni, Brooke Candy and Cakes Da Killa

[disease]

HERCULES & LOVE AFFAIR // ROAR [2007, PARLOPHONE UK]