Shara Strand is back, and she’s bringing the heat. Taking cues from resilient hits like “Stronger” by Kelly Clarkson, Sia’s “Elastic Heart,” and Christina Aguilera’s “Fighter,” powerhouse vocalist and songwriter spent the summer crafting her return with “Anthem,” released on January 25, 2025.
A song for fighters, dreamers, and people who won’t back down, “Anthem” is a mindset more than a song. Shara’s signature vocals, full of passion and depth, go straight for the heart as she delivers a message of perseverance. The song’s soaring melodies met with anthemic production, conspire to leave you feeling every note in the best way possible; it’s equal parts intimate and explosive.
“Anthem,” which was recorded at Engine Room Studios, is the work of a top-notch creative team. Producer Rebbel and engineer Gregory “Phace” Fils Aime create a landscape that sets the stage for Shara’s voice to shine at the forefront while wrapping her in a colorful, cinematic sound.
For longtime fans, “Anthem” is a reminder of why Shara Strand is still an inarguable force in music. For early listeners, it’s the ideal introduction to a singer who performs with equal parts fire and vulnerability.
Shara Strand is releasing a song, but she’s also launching a movement with “Anthem.” And if you have ever needed a reason to keep fighting, this is it.