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Ana Free is the voice of Disney TRON game

Ana Free is the voice of the new Disney video game TRON. The game, which branches off the sci-fi TRON movie, was recorded in Los Angeles, California at the Disney studios. The company invited her to become what they call “The Voice Of The Grid”, and narrate the game, which was released on February 16th 2016. worldwide.

“I’ve always had a good relationship with Disney. Working with the team on TRON has been an amazing experience, everyone is just fantastic.”

The game boasts other high profile credits including the legendary Italian music producer and pioneer of synth disco, Giorgio Moroder who processed Ana’s vocals within the music for the game.

The singer released her latest folk/pop album “The Weight Of The Soul” in December and it is currently available on all digital platforms.

Above photo: Ana Free and Giorgio Moroder at TRON launch, Feb 2016

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The beginning...

Hello #freeworld loves,

It’s been a little while since I’ve written! I’m going to migrate my music posts from the Casual Free (my other blog!) to this one so that you guys can just log onto the website and read up on all that’s happening...

Album #3, entitled “The Weight Of The Soul” is FINISHED. DONE. FINITO. ACABADO. Which is just soooo exciting for me. It’s taken us about a year or so to get everything done; from the conception of the musical style, to writing the songs, pre-production, recording it, shooting the artwork, music videos and finalizing the whole project. I financed this project alone, out of my own pocket. Maybe that wasn’t the easiest decision to make because it cuts into other parts of my career that need investing in but I’m really happy with the result! And a lot of you guys are supporting me on my Micro-Crowdfunding campaign PATREON and you are saving my life and allowing me to live my dreams by donating to my videos each month!

Some people have asked me why I’m making an EP. There has been an industry stigma surrounding smaller albums like EP’s. It used to reflect badly on artists - like if you didn’t have enough money to make a full album then you weren’t a real player in the music industry. Well, personally, I think that’s bullshit. More than ever, music fans are buying on a track-by-track basis (iTunes etc) and that’s if they are even buying. A lot of my fanbase streams my music off Spotify and such. So, I think that it makes more sense these days to make smaller projects and the economist in me knows it’s better value for money. People are buying physical copies less and less and I really feel that about 5 songs is enough to tell some stories and relate my musical journey, right? I’m not defending myself but I just wanted to shed some light on why it’s an EP and not an LP (full length album). :)

I have a couple of meetings coming up - just to coordinate when we’re releasing the Digital copies of the album to all of you beautiful people. I hope it’s very soon. I really want to say by the end of the month you’ll have it in your ears to enjoy! I will be having physical copies printed and I will set up my own little website thing where you can buy those physical copies! I’m so excited. I’m really really proud of this new album, especially it’s design and visual aspect. I feel that it reflects me entirely in this phase of my life, personally and professionally.

I love you all so much, thank you for all your amazing patience. You are beautiful!

New content:

Remember Me (Live Studio Version) - this is the ballad from The Weight Of The Soul and we did a live in-studio version.

Instagram! - this always has the latest and greatest of my personal photos. It’s the best way to keep up with what I’m up to!

Ana Free ft. Debi Nova - Say It To Me (Lyrics Video) - this is the first single released off The Weight Of The Soul. It’s an English/Spanish duet with the lovely Debi Nova!

Much love

xoxo Ana

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The Weight Of The Soul

Hey everyone! It’s been a little while since we’ve spoken :) I have some updates and fun things to tell you!

OK. First and most IMPORTANTLY... the EP has found itself a name! As you all know, I had been searching for the right title for this record. I went around a couple of options, brainstormed with friends and family but nothing really resonated. I really tried to resist the urge to push a circle into a square, it was important that the title would just ‘happen’ instead of forcing something to fit just for the sake of needing a name, you know?

The album is called The Weight Of The Soul. This title really stood out to me when it flew into my head. This is the first album I’m making since my move to the USA. It’s a collection of very personal songs that all approach themes like love, ambition and the impact that moving to Los Angeles has had on me. It’s also a return to my guitar and folk roots. The way I see it is that the soul is where my emotions come from and when you listen to this album, hopefully you will feel those emotions coming through. Emotions (whether good or bad) have a weight. That’s why I need to write them out of my head. When you play these songs you’ll feel the weight of each of the emotions I was feeling at the time in the lyrics and music, and that would be like weighing the soul. It’s all to say, this record is a snapshot of my mood and emotions since my 2013 debut album, Together.

Secondly... I can’t believe it’s already my 3rd album. It’s so cool to see a path being forged. You start to count your career by albums and achievements rather than years. Thank you guys so much for always supporting me through Patreon and StageIt, watching my YouTube videos and following what I do. Thank you for believing. I’m so excited to bring you The Weight Of The Soul this year! More posting to come soon.

Love you all

xoxo Ana

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Ana Free YouTube channel hits 100K+ subscribers

Ana Free’s YouTube channel has hit 100,000+ subscribers in the last months. Free uploaded a photo of her honorary 100K plaque from the YouTube team to her Instagram page where she also expressed appreciation and gratitude to her fanbase for all the support they continue to give her. Click here to subscribe to Ana Free’s YouTube channel!

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Debut single “Say It To Me” is out now!

The debut single “Say It To Me” featuring Costa Rican talent Debi Nova is now available for download. The lead single from the upcoming EP “The Weight Of The Soul” is a fun, flirty tribute to summer love and memories. It is out on all platforms including iTunes, Spotify and many more. 

Click here to download “Say It To Me” and add it to your summer playlist!

Happy Dancing!

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Ana Free EUROPEAN merchandise store now open!

Live in Europe and wondering where to get your hands on Ana Free merchandise? Well, wonder no more! The Ana Free merchandise store has now opened a European branch to keep those shipping costs lower than ordering from the US. You can scoop up amazing items like iPhone cases, t-shirts, mugs, tote bags, badges and even pillow cases! Head over by clicking here and take a look because Christmas is just around the corner!

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Ana Free joins Rebecca Zamolo for "GIRLS AND THEIR BAGS" IBD awareness campaign

Ana Free and Rebecca Zamolo have collaborated with photographer Kelly Lee on the creation of a poster aimed at raising the awareness surrounding ostomies. Rebecca Zamolo, a close friend of Ana's, had her colon removed two months ago after suffering with Ulcerative Colitis for 8 years. Although surgery was a last resort, Rebecca is so grateful for her colostomy bag as it has taken away years of pain and given her a new life. SHARE THE PHOTO and help spread awareness about IBD.

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New pilot series featuring "Coffeehouse" makes web debut

The pilot of the new tentative series "Coffeehouse" has been released. Ana Free delivers music and intrigue opposite co-star Drew Seeley, who has made a name in movies like "Another Cinderella Story" and "High School Musical". Free and Seeley act and sing together in the pilot as each character is looking for a break in their careers. The captivating story begins when they are paired together by a twist of fate in a coffeehouse. The pilot has made US national news and is gaining traction online. The featured song, "If Only", written by Ana Free, Drew Seeley and director Jay Diaz is available on iTunes here!

Click here to watch the pilot episode of "Coffeehouse" and share it to all your friends and family!

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Share to get Ana Free to the finals in the 2014 Guitar Center Singer Songwriter Contest!

It's that time of year again! The Guitar Center Singer Songwriter 4 competition is in session and Ana has set up her profile for you all to share! Share the profile with your friends and family and help Ana reach the finals of this amazing and important competition. We did it last year and we can do it again! What are you waiting for? Click here!

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Ana Free releases new collaboration single "Letting Go"

Ana Free has released the new collaboration folk EDM single "Letting Go" with DJ Diego Miranda. The pair have already scored a hit single with their first collaboration "Girlfriend" in 2012 which stayed at #1 on the MTV Charts for over 40 consecutive weeks. The new single is an original folk-pop song penned by Free in Los Angeles, where the music video was shot.

Click here to see the Official video for Letting Go.

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Ana Free releases "Kick It Up (The World Cup Song)"

Ana Free has released her new song "Kick It Up" which she penned for the World Cup 2014 in Brazil. The video features her dancing on a beach to the Latin inspired drum rhythms.

Click here to download the song on iTunes. Click here to watch the official videoclip for "Kick It Up" (The World Cup Song).

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Ana Free for Musicians On Call

Ana Free is proud to be an artist volunteering for the music charity Musicians On Call. The charity brings music to the people who need it most, taking artists into hospitals to deliver live in-room performances for patients. Ana will be starting her journey with the organization on Friday May 30th 2014.

Please support Musicians On Call and make a donation on their website by clicking here!

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On Air with Ryan Seacrest SEMIFINALS: Vote for Ana Free!

Calling all the #freeworld. Ana Free is in the Semi-Finals for best cover of Bruno Mars - Young Wild Girls! Vote for her to get her to the top spot in the competition. Don't wait another second - CLICK HERE TO VOTE!

You can check out "Young Wild Girls" by Ana Free right here!

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Ana Free in Musicians Friend "The Hub" Interview

Ana Free is featured in the latest interview of "The Hub" on the highly popular music and instruments website Musician's Friend. The article explores Ana's tips on what guitar to start out with, her first guitar and what makes a great guitar sound!

Read all about it in Part 2 of the article!

Part 1: http://thehub.musiciansfriend.com/artist-interviews/opinions-unplugged-musicians-reflect-on-acoustic-guitars

Part 2: http://thehub.musiciansfriend.com/artist-interviews/opinions-unplugged-2-further-reflections-on-acoustic-guitars

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Ana Free Guitar Center Singer/Songwriter Finalist Performance

It's out for the world to see! The bright and powerful performance of "Two Sticks" - the uplifting song Ana wrote about living life to the fullest. Ana Free was chosen as a Top 10 Finalist in the 2013 Guitar Center Singer Songwriter competition by the Grammy award winning producer Don Was. Click the link below to see her performance!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovFQ5dzb7Bs

Go ahead and share it with everyone you know and click here to follow Ana Free on Facebook.

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Ana Free filming next video for "RENEGADE" / Debut album TOGETHER

Ana Free is in Los Angeles for the filming of her ballad "Renegade" off her debut album TOGETHER, released in 2013. Ana is currently working on the pre-production for her next EP but did not want to leave her favorite song on TOGETHER behind. "It's an honest song. I want to make this video for it and it's important the message is reflected visually". The song and video are also set to be recorded in Spanish.

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Vote for Ana Free on Ryan Seacrest On Air competition for best cover!

Calling all the #freeworld. Ana Free is on the list in the first round for best cover of Bruno Mars - Young Wild Girls! Vote for her to get her to the top spot in the competition. Don't wait another second - CLICK HERE TO VOTE!

You can check out "Young Wild Girls" by Ana Free right here!