Anyma

Matteo Milleri, known professionally as Anyma, is an Italian-American electronic music producer, DJ, and multidisciplinary artist. Born on May 19, 1988 in New York City, he is also one half of the duo Tale of Us and co-founder of the influential label Afterlife Records. Anyma's debut EP, Claire, dropped in June 2021 and featured the world's first full-size NFT music video. A follow-up EP, Sentient, arrived just a month later. His full-length album Genesys came out in August 2023, with Genesys II following a year later. Anyma has collaborated with a wide range of artists including Grimes, Sevdaliza, Ellie Goulding, CamelPhat, Yeat, Lana Del Rey, FKA Twigs, and G.E.M. His work blends techno, ambient, and visual art, pushing boundaries in both music and digital media.[edit]

Milleri grew up in a creative environment, though details of his early childhood remain private. He studied industrial design at the European Institute of Design in Milan, a background that later shaped the visual identity of the Anyma project. His first steps toward a music career came when he met Carmine Conte, known as Vaal, in Milan. Bonding over a shared passion for techno and melodic house, the two formed the duo Tale of Us in 2009. A pivotal moment came in 2016 when their BBC Radio 1 Essential Mix earned wide acclaim, leading to a residency at the Ibiza club Amnesia. That same year, they founded Afterlife Records, which quickly became a dominant force in melodic techno.[edit]

Anyma launched as a solo project in June 2021 with the Claire EP, which included the world's first full-size NFT music video for the title track. The follow-up EP Sentient arrived in July 2021, further exploring themes of AI and consciousness. His debut album Genesys was released in August 2023, featuring collaborations with Grimes, Sevdaliza, and Ellie Goulding. The album was both a critical and commercial success. In 2024, he released Genesys II, a companion album with contributions from Lana Del Rey, FKA Twigs, Yeat, and G.E.M. That same year, he became the first electronic act to headline a residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas. His show "The End of Genesys" sold out multiple dates and earned a Guinness World Record for highest-grossing concert residency by an electronic music act. In 2025, he continued to expand the Anyma universe with new singles and visual pieces.[edit]

Anyma's public persona is built on a fusion of melodic techno, ambient, and cinematic soundscapes paired with a dystopian, sci-fi visual language. The aesthetic is dark, sleek, and heavily reliant on AI-generated imagery and 3D animation. Media outlets often describe him as a visionary and innovator, focusing on his integration of technology into live performances. Fans, who sometimes call themselves the Afterlife Family, attend his shows in futuristic, metallic, or monochrome outfits. His social media accounts are impersonal and mysterious, speaking in the third person about "The Entity" and using cryptic captions.[edit]

Matteo Milleri, performing as Anyma, stands as a towering figure in the global electronic music landscape, recognized for his seamless integration of melodic techno with high-concept sci-fi aesthetics. While his work has garnered hundreds of millions of streams and a dedicated following that spans continents, his standing within the broader celebrity hierarchy reflects a specific phase of career consolidation rather than universal household name recognition. According to the latest evaluation by the iFANN Global Fame Engine in August 2026, Anyma is currently evaluated but does not hold a placement in the published Global Top 1,000 rankings or any scope-specific top-100 lists. This absence of a numeric rank indicates a highly specialized influence where his impact is concentrated within the techno community and the digital art sphere rather than the general pop culture zeitgeist. His fame is driven by the unique visual language he pioneered, which has set a new standard for immersive live experiences, yet this niche dominance keeps him just outside the broadest statistical metrics used for global celebrity ranking. The audience surrounding Anyma remains an organic collective without a formalized moniker; while fans often identify loosely with the Afterlife ecosystem, no official name like 'Afterlife Family' has been adopted as a distinct brand identity for his solo project's followers. There are no documented fan campaigns, organized streaming parties, or legendary viral moments that have become part of his public lore in the way they define other superstars. Instead, the connection between Milleri and his listeners is built on shared appreciation for his industrial design background and the futuristic narratives woven into albums like Genesys. The launch of his new label, ÆDEN Recordings, in August 2026 further signals a shift toward curating a community of creatives rather than cultivating a traditional consumer fanbase. Without a specific fandom name or recorded rituals, the community exists primarily through the consumption of his music and attendance at his visually spectacular tours across London, Gdańsk, and Mexico City.[edit]

The name Anyma is derived from the Latin word anima, meaning soul, but the substitution of a 'y' infuses the concept with a digital, futuristic twist that mirrors the artist's sonic palette. Central to his visual identity is a CGI avatar that serves as a universal character; this face is not a representation of Matteo Milleri himself but a constructed entity designed to embody the Anyma universe. Milleri brings a unique technical perspective to his craft as a trained industrial designer who personally sketches the concepts for his elaborate stage sets and visual effects, ensuring every detail aligns with his vision. The narrative foundation of his early work was established by the Claire EP, named after a fictional AI character who acts as the protagonist throughout his discography. Recent developments in August 2026 marked a significant expansion of his creative empire with the launch of ÆDEN Recordings and the release of the compilation Digital Renaissance Vol. I. This era also saw the debut single Other Dimension, a collaboration with Volkoder, signaling a new chapter in his production journey. Despite these major releases, there are no widely retold legends or extraordinary crowd reactions associated with his performances, such as street closures or physical outbursts from fans. The story of Anyma remains one of consistent artistic evolution and visual innovation rather than chaotic, viral folklore. Fans attending his shows in Vancouver, London, or Gdańsk experience a meticulously crafted atmosphere defined by dark, sleek aesthetics and AI-generated imagery, but the history of his career lacks the specific iconic anecdotes found in other genres.[edit]

Milleri keeps his family life private. He has not publicly disclosed the names or professions of his parents or siblings. As of 2026, he is in a relationship with singer Camila Cabello but has no children.[edit]

Anyma is closely associated with Carmine Conte (Vaal), his partner in Tale of Us and Afterlife Records. He has collaborated frequently with Grimes and Sevdaliza. Stefano Noferini was an early mentor in the Italian techno scene. His current romantic partner is singer Camila Cabello.[edit]

Milleri was in a long-term relationship with a woman named Mira from around 2021 to 2023. Mira occasionally worked as a visual collaborator on early Anyma projects. The relationship ended amicably. In late 2024, he was first publicly linked to Cuban-American singer Camila Cabello. They have been seen together at multiple events, including Anyma's Sphere shows and Cabello's performances. As of 2026, the couple is dating but has not made a formal public statement.[edit]

Per iFANN's editorial analysis, Anyma's net worth in 2026 is estimated at $15 Million. This valuation is anchored by his groundbreaking Sphere residency, which generated over $50 million in ticket sales alone. As co-owner of Afterlife Records, Milleri accrues revenue from the label's extensive catalog, large-scale events, and merchandise lines. Significant financial contributions also stem from NFT sales tied to the Claire EP and subsequent drops between 2021 and 2022. Additional income streams include strategic brand partnerships with high-end audio manufacturers and luxury fashion houses, alongside substantial streaming royalties from the Genesys and Genesys II albums, which have collectively amassed hundreds of millions of plays.[edit]

Anyma has won two major industry awards: the DJ Award for Best Electronic Live Act in 2023 for his Genesys show, and the Electronic Music Award for Best Live Show in 2024 for his Sphere residency. He has not yet won mainstream awards like Grammys.[edit]