A Larkin by Anto Dust: Review

by Damien Reid November 14, 2022

November 14, 2022

A Larkin by Anto Dust: Review

Anto Cossu, a musician and composer originally from the Italian island of Sardinia, is behind the musical project known as Anto Dust. After relocating to London and initially performing as a solo act, Anto was soon joined by Antonio Perry, who was responsible for lead guitar duties, and Dave Roberts, who played drums. Anto Dust’s music, which is a combination of dream-pop and cinematic harmonies, has garnered praise from radio stations and publications all over the world. Her track entitled “A Larkin” is a celestial tune filled with a heavenly voice and subtle guitar and piano pieces.

The dreamlike, almost transcendental nature of “A Larkin” is a wave of melodies that hits your soul within and without. Anto Dust’s voice is made of warm tension and a sweet sound that puts you at peace. The instrumental arrangement from guitars, percussion, piano, and bass all contribute to a brilliant dramatic appeal that connects beautifully with the essence of Anto’s vocal prowess. There’s a genuine promise that ensures from “A Larkin”, if you close your eyes and take that message in, I assure you, you’re in safe hands. Music as such has a comfortable space where nothing can harm you. This is because the mellow sequences of singing and breathtaking sections from the piano for instance shall help all your worries fade away.

Overall, A Larkin by Anto Dust is a stellar dream pop track that has hints of shoegaze and baroque pop. It is the type of track that can suit quite remarkably within the mystery of space and galaxies that requires a proper soundtrack.