Anthony Baxter - Top Of The World (Star Central 2025)

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ARTIST: Anthony Baxter
SONG: Top Of The World
WRITERS: Richard Lynn Carpenter / John Bettis

BIO:
Anthony Baxter is a specialist traditional and bush ballad guitarist based in Tamworth, New South Wales. His playing focuses on clear, strong melody lines and solid rhythm, with each piece built to connect directly with the listener. Over time, Anthony’s style has continued to mature, showing a balance of technical skill and simple, effective storytelling through music.

In recent years, Anthony has released four well-received singles – Wattle in the Spring, Bunyip Bounce, Where Our Heart Lives, and Pride of New England. All were written by Australia’s First Lady of Song, Shaza Leigh OWB, with The JumpingJackaroo being a co-write. These tracks have performed strongly on Australian country charts and have also gained attention internationally, earning recognition in the prestigious International Gold and Platinum Disc Awards.

His recordings have helped cement his place in the traditional and bush ballad scene, and his work has been acknowledged with various awards. Anthony’s straightforward, clean guitar style has made him a popular choice for live performances, from festivals to community events, where his instrumental sets appeal to a wide range of audiences.

Looking ahead, Anthony is preparing to release his debut solo instrumental album, showcasing both original compositions and re-imagined classics. His latest single is an instrumental version of The Carpenters’ On Top of the World, offering a fresh take on the well-known song while keeping its familiar charm.

Anthony Baxter continues to build a solid reputation as a skilled instrumentalist with a genuine respect for Australia’s country music traditions.