Swan had recently escaped an abusive cult led by a man named John Campbell.
The motive was ultimately professional survival. The original band member murdered Swan to protect his spot in the band just as they were about to "make it big". Character Reactions to the Camera [S5E7] Swan Song
The story kicks off when , the lead guitarist of an up-and-coming rock band, is found murdered in his trailer. Because a documentary crew was already following the band to capture their rise to fame, the Mayor orders the NYPD to allow the cameras to stay—this time following Castle and Beckett as they solve the crime. As the investigation unfolds, the team discovers: Swan had recently escaped an abusive cult led
Noticed and poked fun at Esposito’s sudden vanity, including his choice of tighter sweaters for his "camera time". Notable Trivia & Production Facts "Castle" Swan Song (TV Episode 2012) - IMDb Character Reactions to the Camera The story kicks