ANOTR continues their forward momentum with the announcement of their third studio album, ‘Withness’, set for release via their own imprint No Art on 12th June. Rooted firmly in dance music, ‘Withness’ sees the pair refine their sound into their most dance-floor focused, cohesive, and song-driven project to date.
Born during their global tour, ‘Withness’ was shaped in real time—written, tested, and refined on dancefloors across the world. Following the expansive, genre-blurring approach of their 2025 LP ‘On A Trip’, the duo felt a pull back toward the club—not as a limitation but as a unifying space where music aligns with shared experiences.
“We really wanted to have a wide variety of songs that we can play out and create moments,” they explain. “Every track needed to make sense wherever people come together to dance.” This intention is deeply embedded in ‘Withness’.
The title itself reimagines the idea of “witnessing” into something more active and collective. ‘Withness’ is an album about experiencing life with others. It captures the essence of shared moments, the people who shape them, and the palpable energy created when individuals are fully present together.
“The memories you make with people, they’re the witness of those moments. Withness is about being in it together.” – ANOTR
Sonically, the album signifies an evolution in their sound. Drawing from their early club roots while building on the songwriting confidence developed in previous records, ANOTR strikes a balance between functionality and emotional depth. Every track is a fully realized song, yet it’s infused with the dancefloor spirit.
Expect classic drum machines, including 909-inspired rhythms, layered with warm, 80s-tinged textures, layered vocals, and modern production techniques. This concoction produces a sound that resonates with nostalgia while simultaneously feeling fresh and forward-thinking.
A pivotal aspect of the creative process was spontaneity. The duo fostered a collaborative studio environment, often inviting a rotating cast of contributors. Their signature “open mic” approach encouraged anyone present to share ideas, melodies, and lyrics, resulting in organic and vibrant compositions.
The LP is poised to make waves. Currently, the single ‘Talk To You ft. 54 Ultra’ is already impressively performing on airwaves, surpassing 52 million streams and securing a spot in the UK Top 40 Singles Chart, peaking at No. 28. It has also made its way onto the BBC Radio 1 A-List after being celebrated as their Hottest Record.
The momentum behind Talk To You is palpable, with many predicting it as one of the defining songs of the summer. The track has climbed to No. 7 in Shazam’s Global Chart, reached No.1 on the Beatport Top 100, and garnered over 405 million views on User-Generated Content platforms.
Beyond the music itself, ‘Withness’ extends into ANOTR’s broader vision of community-building. Their global series of pop-up events—spanning from Rio to Miami, Milan to Amsterdam—embody the album’s ethos in tangible experiences. Designed to be free and unique, these events create one-off moments that resonate with fans and cultivates genuine connections.
Through their label, No Art, ANOTR has established a creative platform that goes beyond music. With a focus on visual and artistic expression, they are nurturing a global community drawn to both sound and aesthetic. From sell-out shows in London, New York, and São Paulo to major festival appearances at Coachella, Glastonbury, and Primavera, their journey is a testament to evolution and the spirit of creativity.
With Withness, ANOTR brings full circle everything they’ve absorbed along the way: the vibrant energy of the club scene found in their early work, the depth of songwriting cultivated in their recent projects, and an invigorated focus on the core element that binds them all together—people connecting through the magic of music.
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