Antony and the Johnsons – Fistful of Love (2005)

To be frank, I often get a bit irritated by Antony’s rather mannered warble. However, on some occasions, he hits the mark so precisely that you just have to give the fella a pat on the back.

After that rather churlish intro, I’d just like to suggest that “Fistful of Love” might be the best record of 2005. A fantastic vocal, understated piano and the timeless Lou Reed on guitar and “introductory remarks”. The music builds, the horns kick in. Perfect.

Original LP version then a live version but sadly lacking Lou Reed and that guitar …