Antony and the Johnsons' 'Swanlights' to Feature Art Book, Bjork Duet

Posted on Jul 6th 2010 12:30PM by Emily Tan
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Antony and the Johnsons' fourth record, 'Swanlights,' will not only feature more of the Antony Hegarty's emotional vocals and soundscapes, it will also give fans a peak at his artistic side.

Abrams Image will release a special edition of 'Swanlights' that includes a 144-page art book showcasing Hegarty's personal paintings, photos and other writings. One of the works depicts a self-portrait with his great-grandmother's face superimposed on his own, "creating a ricochet through time and genealogy," according to a press release.

The 11-track album will also include a duet Hegerty recorded with Bjork called 'Flétta' as well as other songs that will "create an arresting vision of the world through the artist's eyes."

'Swanlights' will release on Oct. 12.