Anthony Baxter
Anthony Baxter is a specialist traditional and bush ballad guitar player, based in Tamworth, New South Wales. Known for his heartfelt performances, Anthony’s style continues to evolve and deepen with each passing year. His playing is distinguished by its emphasis on strong, evocative melody lines that aim to stir the emotions and resonate deeply with listeners. As he refines his craft, the maturity in his guitar work is becoming ever more evident, with each note and phrase conveying a powerful sense of emotion and storytelling. Over the past few years, Anthony has gained significant recognition for his instrumental work, releasing four highly successful singles: *Wattle in the Spring*, *Bunyip Bounce*, *Where Our Heart Lives*, and *Pride of New England*. All four tracks were written by Australia’s First Lady of Song, Shaza Leigh OWB, and each has made waves in the Australian and international music scenes. These singles have not only topped charts in Australia, but have also received acclaim on international charts, including the prestigious International Gold and Platinum Disc Awards. Additionally, Anthony’s work has been celebrated through various other awards, affirming his growing reputation as a gifted instrumentalist. Now, with his much-anticipated debut solo instrumental album on the horizon, Anthony is set to release his latest single, *Christmas Day at Hanging Rock*, written by Shaza Leigh. This track brings a light-hearted, festive spirit to his catalog, featuring beautiful instrumentation and arrangements by the LBS Team. This new release offers a perfect holiday melody, weaving the warmth and charm of Christmas into the timeless sound of Anthony’s guitar. The upcoming album marks an exciting milestone in Anthony’s career, as it will be his first solo instrumental album. Prior to this, he collaborated with Australian guitar legend Lindsay Butler OAM on a joint instrumental CD, and earlier in his career, he released an EP. With this debut solo album, Anthony is poised to further establish himself as one of Australia’s premier instrumental guitarists. Anthony’s music is more than just sound; it’s an experience, one that transports listeners to the heart of the Australian landscape and speaks to the emotional core of the human experience. Anthony’s guitar work continues to leave a lasting impression, and his future in the Australian music scene looks brighter than ever.