Renowned for her ability to weave intricate emotion into captivating soundscapes, Marsha Swanson returns with the stunning visual companion to her latest single, “Like an Angel.” Premiering exclusively on Music Crowns, the music video offers a breathtakingly intimate experience that elevates the track’s already profound emotional weight—uniting Swanson’s signature sound with the visionary direction of award-winning Iranian filmmaker Sam Chegini.
A reimagined gem originally hidden as a ghost track on her critically acclaimed album, Near Life Experience, “Like an Angel” has been resurrected with renewed depth and elegance. Re-recorded with a live band and a lush string section, the track finds new life in its sweeping arrangements and Swanson’s expressive performance, offering listeners a meditative journey through themes of love, loss, and spiritual connection.
The single was recorded at the iconic Echo Zoo Studios in Eastbourne, where Swanson collaborated with a stellar lineup of musicians. Helmed by producer Henry (King Thumb) Thomas—celebrated for his work with Randy Crawford and Paul Weller—the recording features contributions from drummer Martyn Barker, guitarist Tony Qunta, and keyboardist Anders Olinder. Together, the ensemble crafts a timeless soundscape that balances Swanson’s introspective lyricism with organic, richly textured instrumentation.
Directed by Sam Chegini, “Like an Angel” marks the fifth visual collaboration between the two artists, and it may be their most evocative work yet. Chegini’s masterful animation conjures a dreamlike world of abstract imagery and emotional symbolism, perfectly mirroring the song’s themes of remembrance and transcendence. The result is a visual poem—delicate and stirring—that complements Swanson’s romantic realism and ethereal sonic palette.
“In making this video, I wanted it to serve as an honouring or ode to those no longer with us, whose philosophy or approach to life continues to influence and guide us in the present,” Swanson shares. “It is a song about acceptance, written from love, about love.”
Fans of Kate Bush and Tori Amos will find familiar comfort in Swanson’s artful blend of progressive pop and emotional nuance. Her voice, paired with haunting melodies and cinematic production, creates a space where reflection is inevitable and connection is inescapable.
As, Near Life Experience, continues to garner praise and radio play, “Like an Angel” stands as both a tribute to its legacy and a luminous new chapter in Swanson’s artistic journey. The single encapsulates her rare ability to craft music that is not only heard but deeply felt—cementing her place as one of the UK’s most evocative and compelling voices.
