Anna Weatherup Climb Interview

Alt-Pop artist Anna Weatherup strikes back with her latest single 'Climb', her own personal uplifting mantra accompanied by stunning visuals.

Full of self-love and care, 'Climb' brings out innate strength and determination in everyone who listens to it. Anna hijacks our spirits and fills them with tenacity and the unconditional commitment needed to overcome the roughest and most obscure times. In doing so, she reminds us we are not alone, and reaching out is just as important as reaching in.

In her words, "We are not alone in our struggles. I want people in my immediate circle and around the world to know that even on the days we wake up and that dark cloud is there, we can still keep on climbing. We are not alone and the light will shine on us again!"

"People need hope, strength and courage to get them through these crazy uncertain times. 'Climb' has been my mantra for so long now, and more than ever I think it's time to share it with the world."

The single lands with visuals that makes a flawless metaphor dreamed by Melbourne film-maker Leanne Hanley, Director Shadow of Canadian NBC hit 'Hannibal. Filmed in America, with stunning organic scenery that taps on feelings of despair, the images turn soothing and relieving following Anna's reassuring words.

Behind 'Climb' there is magic from every realm, starting with producer Dorian West, who has worked with some of the biggest names in Australian music Anna's incredibly powerful vocals put together with Dorian West's electric guitars and Tim Burcham drums are a perfect fit for a tune that mixes dynamics and textures to bring the lyrics to life. Her harmonies inspire an irrepressible desire to fight the biggest monsters and fears.

The artist's affair with music dates back to her preteens, with young Anna performing regularly at the age of 12. From her intricate and vivid storytelling to her captivating vocals, Alt-Pop artist Anna Weatherup opens the portal into her musical realm with her unique artistry.

Elevating the genres such as Rock, Folk, Grunge, Country and Gospel, Anna continues to add her own inimitable iterations within her music. The artist grew up listening to Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Pearl Jam and Jeff Buckley which has undoubtedly influenced her unique sound. Anna has also been working on 'Crossing The Sea,' a highly anticipated album that's been in the works for years. The body of work will showcase the dynamic and vibrant pastiche of sounds from the artist that will no-doubt shake-up the industry.

Interview with Anna Weatherup

Question: How would you describe your music?

Anna Weatherup: A mixture of so many genres and a sense of vulnerability.


Question: Do you prefer performing live or recording?

Anna Weatherup: In the past I preferred performing live, but now that I have the right magic & experience in place for the studio I am totally at home in that environment. Its hard work but I never tire of it!

Question: Which is your favourite song to perform live and why?

Anna Weatherup : I love to perform my new single 'Climb' as it has a great story and imagery that flood my mind as I sing it.


Question: If you could have anyone, in the world, attend a show, who would it be?

Anna Weatherup: Tough question! My nanna. She never got to hear me sing and we were really close when I was a child.


Question: What motivates you most when writing music?

Anna Weatherup: The happenings of life inspire me. Especially when I am going through or have come through dark times of fear & anxiety. Music helps me make sense of it and helps gain my power back.


Question: Which music/artists are you currently listening to?

Anna Weatherup: I am loving Jaguar Jonze's new album called 'Diamonds & Liquid Gold'. I also listen to a lot of 70's, 80's & 90's like Pink Floyd, Fleetwood Mac, Pearl Jam & Toto.


Question: What or who was your inspiration to go into the music industry?
Anna Weatherup: I remember watching Music award shows on tv as a kid and knowing from a very young age that making music was going to be the path for me. My introduction to music was through performing regularly in church. I was a troubled kid and my mum thought it might be a good distraction. She was right!


Question: If you could collaborate with another artist, who would it be?

Anna Weatherup: I am a massive fan of rock music. So the 2 top people I would love to work with would be Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam and I would have loved to have worked with Chris Cornell. I love both of their voices!


Question:Did you have any pre-conceived ideas about the music industry?

Anna Weatherup: When I was younger and staring out in the industry, I did think that someone A&R guy would walk into a bar and sign me to a label. That never happened. But I'm so glad it didn't as I have had years to find myself as an artist and do the hard yards!


Question: What's a typical day like?

Anna Weatherup: Coffee is always the start of a day for me. Whether it's going to a local cafe or making a nice cup on my home espresso machine. On the days I'm not working my day job at a local winery I am in my studio working on new songs or on social media, doing behind the scenes stuff. As in independent artist the list never gets shorter!


Question:What has been your favourite part of becoming a music artist?

Anna Weatherup: I love the connection I get with people by doing music and I love traveling to new places with a mission. I also love the random meeting of people all around the world. The lovely folk I stayed with in Torrey, Utah while making the 'Climb' music video were ladies I met while working in the winery one day. We are now life long friends and share a magical moment in time.

Question: Can you tell us 5 things required for a happy healthy and enjoyable life?

Anna Weatherup: Art, Purpose, Love, Spirituality and Courage.


Question: Can you share your socials? (links please)

Anna Weatherup : Instagram

Facebook 

Twitter 


Interview by Gwen van Montfort