The Crying Light

With a voice like a slightly wounded angel, Antony is a revelation in terms of unique and total artistry. His commitment to the manifestation in song of themes like beauty, sadness, hope, redemption, loss and love is pure and emotionally staggering. This is chamber pop with a soul so genuine it often brings me to tears. The haunting opening song 'Her Eyes Are Underneath The Ground' is worth the price of the album alone. If you are musically adventurous and are inclined to want fresh experiences, do yourself a favor and check out this stunning work of genius.

and yet not compelling for me (I prefer "I am a Bird Now") - nothing here demands repeated listens

I can't really describe the genre of this music but it's very enjoyable. The songs tell a story like jazz but it's vocals are strong and not overwhelmed by musical instruments. I saw them perform for a late night show and enjoyed their set. This CD is in our living room CD carousel.

The most beautiful music I've heard and would like more of the same. Antony should be recognized for his deep artistic creativity.

I came across I Am a Bird Now some years ago. It was shockingly good. One of the most distinctive voices I have ever heard. What was especially surprising is the I found myself blown away by the perfect synthesis of music and vocals in light of some disturbing lyrics. Certainly, the subject of those songs is unconventional to say the least. Nonetheless, I anxiously waited for the next Antony release. What a major disappointment. Maybe I set the bar too high, but this CD does not belong anywhere in the same universe as the last one. First, the music is almost nonexistent. The production is focused soley on Antony's voice. But, the focus also sounds experimental and incomplete. Having given it a handful of listens start to finish, there is nothing memorable about it. One Dove is a fairly good song and the only reason I did not give this disc one star.

Introspective, universal, ethereal.This is what I have come to expect from Antony and the Johnsons, and they do not disappoint.

Regue best álbum!!

Love

La calificacion va mas al planchado del disco, nunca habia dado una mala nota, pero en esta ocacion asi es. las pistas 1 y 2 resulta ser una mala experiencia la ahuja se la pasa saltando, pero en general el disco presenta una mala experiencia. Si vas a comprar este disco espera a que sea otra edicion.

Very good album, stands appart.

A handful of artists are able to take your breath away when they sing, perform and compose - Antony And The Johnsons are able to do just that. Their third album "The Crying Light" is such a beautiful album with tear jerking melodies, emotional vocals from Antony and varied orchestral and piano led arrangements, making it their most accomplished release to date."Her Eyes Are Underneath The Ground" is a very beautiful and haunting song with emotional vocals from Antony and lovely gentle piano arrangements, a track that instantly puts this album on the map and is one of my favorites. "Epilepsy Is Dancing" is a strange and intriguing creation with interesting orchestral arrangements and plaintive vocals. "One Dove" is more of the same, with gentle yet captivating melody, music and vocals with the addition of faint drum beats and bass. "Kiss My Name" is a much more rhythmic song with swirling string arrangements, a heavy percussion and poignant singing. The acoustic guitar led title track "The Crying Light" has a lullaby feel to it and is just as effective as all of the other compositions. My favorite song on this album is "Another World" which sends chills up my spine and raises the hair on my arms each time I listen to it - it is probably the best song they have released with a heartfelt melody, beautiful vocals and soft piano led arrangements. "Daylight And The Sun" is a powerful creation with penetrating piano notes, thick layered vocal harmonies and somptuous orchestral sounds, making it the third highlight. It is swiftly followed by the fourth highlight "Aeon" which is an electric guitar led ballad with a strong Blues arrangement and a great melody and the fifth highlight "Dust And Water", a mesmerising near A Capella Folk inspired song with Antony's heartfelt vocals and gentle humming simply accompanying him. The final track "Everglade" is a thoughful orchestral song adding a heavy dose of emotion to this already passionate affair.Many albums fail to deliver any emotion and passion but, in that department, "The Crying Light" surpasses them all. Antony And The Johnsons have created a recording that allows the listener to feel vulnerable and in tune with their own emotions and sensitivities. This album can be put on replay many times and will not lose it's appeal - an instant classic and a true work of art.

Although `The Crying Light' is another good album from Antony and the Johnsons, I have found it moves me a lot less than `I am a Bird Now' or their debut. It's hard to put your finger on quite why this is so as it has a similar feel to the other two albums and you still get Antony's unique vocals and song-writing style, but something seems to be missing this time round. But only slightly. The strings are more to the fore on this album and really shine through throughout making things sound more lush and they compliment everything perfectly. My favourite track has to be `Another World' where Antony's voice and the piano together sound raw and heartfelt, just like how I adore from the previous albums. This was a long time in the making and for fans of Antony and the Johnsons this will be as worthy addition to your collection, but if you are new to them then I suggest you try `I Am A Bird Now' first and then come to this at a later date. Overall this is a solid album.Feel free to check out my blog which can be found on my profile page.

It would be possible to write much in the way of ecstatic praise about this album. But any amount of words could not equal its strength. It soars with a depth of spirit that's rarely encountered anywhere, let alone in popular music. It may not be the most upbeat album you've heard but if upbeat's what you're after you'll find it wall to wall in the manufactured pop section so move down the bus please. Antony Hegarty has the most extraordinary and beautiful voice, ethereal but as real as that glass in your hand. This is music to move the bones of you. You'll long to hear more. Antony Hegarty was a name written immediately in my diary after I heard him on TV backing Lou Reed on 'Perfect Day'. Life intervened and I did nothing for months, then I came across the name again. If you want to be found by Antony, you will be. This is music that will reach out to your heart and soul.