Australian symphonic metal five‑piece ANA have shared the "Hate Me" video single from their forthcoming debut full‑length, Motivated By Death, set for release on 29 May via Eclipse Records.
While many symphonic metal acts lean into fantasy tropes, ANA (Melbourne, Australia) define themselves as "couture metal" – a sophisticated, upscale evolution of the genre that prioritises high‑fashion theatricality alongside punishing sonic precision. Fans of Nightwish, Evanescence, and Epica will find plenty to appreciate here, yet ANA maintain a distinct edge. By integrating a multimedia universe that includes an official comic‑book series and a feature‑length documentary entitled Watch Me As I Rise, they have created an experience that extends far beyond the music alone.
Their debut full‑length, Motivated By Death, marks the emergence of a new era in Australian heavy music. The album was mixed at Monolith Studios and engineered by Chris Themelco, well known for his work with bands such as Eye Of The Enemy, Naberus, and Orpheus Omega. Link
Motivated By Death tracklist:
01. Hate Me
02. Shadow Of Life
03. Following The Wind
04. You Loved Me More Than I Love Myself
05. Eyes Of A Child
06. Sick Love
07. Papa
08. Aerials (System Of A Down cover)
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"There were already bands doing small illustrations of symphonic metal, and I was thinking, why doesn't someone do this all the time?" - Christofer Johnsson
"I'm sort of asking questions - where are the heroes? Where's the defiance? Where are the people who oppose this?" - Alan "Nemtheanga" Averill
"This time we're trying not to complicate things too much. We want to have a simple message, but that doesn't mean there will be fewer arrangements or less songwriting..." - Pedro Paixão
"Art isn't meant to always be pretty and make us feel comfortable and good about ourselves. I'm not afraid to broach difficult emotions and to express the beautiful ones too." - Martin Saint
