{"id":2298715,"date":"2026-02-25T03:06:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T03:06:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2298715"},"modified":"2026-02-25T03:06:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T03:06:56","slug":"couture-symphonic-metal-band-ana-get-provocative-w-new-hate-me-music-video-single","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/couture-symphonic-metal-band-ana-get-provocative-w-new-hate-me-music-video-single\/","title":{"rendered":"Couture Symphonic Metal band ANA get provocative w\/ new &#8220;Hate Me&#8221; music video &#038; single"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Couture Symphonic Metal band ANA drop Provocative new \u201cHate Me\u201d music video &amp; single<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Watch the risqu\u00e9 music video\u00a0<strong>\u201cHate Me\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0via\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=I5exBdSLQ2s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a>, and listen to the single on all digital music platforms worldwide via\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ffm.to\/anahat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this location<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">New full-length album\u00a0<strong><em>Motivated By Death<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0set for release on\u00a0<strong>May 29, 2026<\/strong>, available as CD Digipak &amp; all digital platforms. Pre-order \/ Pre-save at\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ffm.to\/anamtv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this location<\/a><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Ana<\/strong>\u00a0lineup<br \/><strong>Anna Khristenko<\/strong>\u00a0(Vocals),\u00a0<strong>Josh Mak<\/strong>\u00a0(Guitar),\u00a0<strong>Cody Lamb<\/strong>\u00a0(Bass),\u00a0<strong>Andres Felipe Martinez Osorio<\/strong>\u00a0(Drums),\u00a0<strong>Mark Shi<\/strong>\u00a0(Keys)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Australia has long been a powerhouse for heavy music, but the Melbourne-based outfit\u00a0<strong>ANA<\/strong>\u00a0is currently carving out a niche that defies traditional categorization. Identifying as a couture symphonic metal band, the group seamlessly merges high-fashion aesthetics with the grandiosity of melodic metal. Their latest offering, a visually arresting music video for the single \u201c<strong>Hate Me<\/strong>\u201d, serves as a defiant statement of intent for a band that refuses to blend into the background. To capture this vision, the band collaborated with iconic Australian photographer\u00a0<strong>Peter Coulson<\/strong>, who handled the directing, filming, and editing. Known for his mastery of light and shadow, Coulson brings a high-fashion editorial lens to the production, elevating the video beyond standard performance clips into the realm of cinematic art. This is the first single &amp; music video taken from their upcoming full-length album\u00a0<strong><em>Motivated By Death<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0which will be released on\u00a0<strong>May 29, 2026<\/strong>\u00a0via\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eclipserecords.com\/news\/couture-symphonic-metal-ana-provocative-hate-me-music-video-single\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eclipse Records<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"ANA - Hate Me [Couture Symphonic Metal Music Video] (OFFICIAL)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I5exBdSLQ2s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p><em>\u201cThe provocative nature of the video was entirely intentional\u201d<\/em>\u00a0says guitarist\u00a0<strong>Josh Mak<\/strong>.\u00a0<em>\u201cWe\u00a0drew significant inspiration from\u00a0<strong>Salma Hayek<\/strong>\u2019s legendary performance in From Dusk Till Dawn, utilizing specific costumes and color schemes to create an atmosphere of dangerous elegance.\u201d<\/em>\u00a0Vocalist\u00a0<strong>Anna Khristenko<\/strong>\u00a0adds, \u201c<em>This was the first time I worked with a snake in a video. I have always loved snakes and shooting with one has been a dream of mine. Initially it was a little difficult for me to adapt to the snake\u2019s movements. I tried pulling it in the direction I wanted and was met with some unhappy hissing, but luckily no one was bitten and we managed to get some beautiful shots!<\/em>\u201d Keyboardist\u00a0<strong>Mark Shi<\/strong>\u00a0continues, \u201c<em>I am so grateful that the video was in the hands of the masterful Peter Coulson. It was a great experience watching the master at work and getting to play a tiny part in his grand vision is a surreal experience that I will treasure forever.<\/em>\u201d Also, bassist\u00a0<strong>Cody Lamb<\/strong>\u00a0says, \u201c<em>This was a truly fun experience. Peter made it easy and comfortable for me to work the camera and give my heart, effort, and soul into the performance.<\/em>\u201d Finally, director\u00a0<strong>Peter Coulson<\/strong>\u00a0says on the video, \u201c<em>I just pushed buttons and allowed Anna and the band to do the rest.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-151278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-450x450.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<p>While many symphonic metal acts lean into fantasy tropes, ANA focuses on a sophisticated evolution of the craft. Led by vocalist\u00a0<strong>Anna Khristenko<\/strong>, the band members perform as masked super-humans. This visual identity is captured on the album cover by acclaimed Australian photographer\u00a0<strong>Peter Coulson<\/strong>, bridging the gap between high fashion and the visceral intensity of symphonic metal. Produced by the creative duo of\u00a0<strong>Josh Mak<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Khristenko<\/strong>, the record finds a balance between orchestral grandeur and sonic precision. The eight-song track list opens with this first single entitled \u201c<strong>Hate Me<\/strong>\u201d, a defiant anthem exploring the thin line between passion and animosity. The song suggests that the true opposite of love is indifference rather than hate. It serves as a declaration of resilience, showing that while vitriol often follows success, it only fuels the band\u2019s drive. The album was produced by\u00a0<strong>Anna Khristenko<\/strong>\u00a0&amp;\u00a0<strong>Josh Mak<\/strong>, engineered &amp; mixed by\u00a0<strong>Chris Themelco<\/strong>\u00a0(Eye of the Enemy, Naberus) at Monolith Studios, and mastered by\u00a0<strong>Thomas \u201cPlec\u201d Johansson<\/strong>\u00a0(Groove Armada, Soilwork, Mayhem) at The Panicroom Studio. Cover art for the album was shot by\u00a0<strong>Peter Coulson<\/strong>.\u00a0<em>Motivated By Death<\/em>\u00a0by Ana will be released on\u00a0<strong>May 29, 2026<\/strong>\u00a0via Eclipse Records.<\/p>\n<p>Pre-Save or Pre-Order\u00a0<strong><em>Motivated By Death<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0on digital formats &amp; CD Digipak via Eclipse Records at\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ffm.to\/anamtv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this location<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about\u00a0<strong>Ana<\/strong>\u00a0and their\u00a0<em>Hate Me<\/em>\u00a0music video &amp; single, please visit them on\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ana.band.0fficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ana.bandofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@ana.bandofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@anabandofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TikTok<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/anabandofficial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X\/Twitter<\/a>, or\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eclipserecords.com\/band\/ana\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eclipse Records<\/a>\u00a0and follow them on\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/artist\/74MIO8rMcxohqH5IWUw3XJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spotify<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/music.apple.com\/us\/artist\/ana\/1692232427\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Music<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/music.youtube.com\/channel\/UCcZeNmJpAxu__HQkKdtkWwQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube Music<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/music.amazon.com\/artists\/B0C8HWJ5JF\/ana\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Amazon Music<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pandora.com\/artist\/ana\/AR3kmtdx7kddK9J\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pandora<\/a>,\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.deezer.com\/artist\/251510002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Deezer<\/a>, and\u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/tidal.com\/artist\/45107251\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tidal<\/a>\u00a0now!<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-151279 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-1-65x65.jpg 65w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mhf-mag.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Ana_A-1-450x450.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong><em><u>Motivated By Death<\/u><\/em><\/strong>\u00a0track listing<br \/>01. Hate Me<br \/>02. Shadow of Life<br \/>03. You Loved Me More Than I Love Myself<br \/>04. Following the Wind<br \/>05. Eyes of A Child<br \/>06. Sick Love<br \/>07. Papa<br \/>08. Aerials (System of A Down cover)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source mhf-mag.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Couture Symphonic Metal band ANA drop Provocative new \u201cHate Me\u201d music video &amp; single Watch the risqu\u00e9 music video\u00a0\u201cHate Me\u201d\u00a0via\u00a0YouTube, and listen to the single on all digital music platforms worldwide via\u00a0this location New full-length album\u00a0Motivated By Death\u00a0set for release on\u00a0May 29, 2026, available as CD Digipak &amp; all digital platforms. 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