Rock/Review Anton Sword - Wedding Guest (Fled the Wedding)

NYC-based keyboardist Anton Sword leads an indie synth/ dance/ new wave project with a shifting band lineup. Sword has toured the Eastern USA twice and Europe 10 times, playing for a small but loyal following. One of his ambient compositions runs in a loop on permanent display in Manhattan’s American Museum of Natural History, scoring the ‘Astro Bulletin’ in the lobby of the Rose Space Center.

The track "Wedding Guest (Fled the Wedding)" seems to explore the complex emotions that arise when one is invited to the wedding of a past lover. The lyrics suggest a nostalgic reflection on a previous affair that has since faded into memory. Despite the absence of any ill will, the separation of lives and social circles is likened to clumps of grass drifting apart on a creek's surface, emphasizing the passage of time and the diverging paths of the individuals involved.

This theme of introspection and the exploration of past connections is a common thread found in various genres of music. By delving into personal experiences, Anton Sword creates a relatable and evocative narrative that listeners can connect with on an emotional level.