Annabel Anderson Debuts 'Bum Bum' Prod. by Teddy Riley

A Journey That Begins at Five

For Annabel Anderson, music has never been a hobby, a phase, or even a decision. It has always been a knowing. “For me, it actually started when I was about five years old and stood on stage for the first time in a choir,” she says. That early spark arrived under the bright lights of a major children’s concert, one that left a lifelong imprint. She continues, “I had this big concert back then, Rolf Zuckowski was a really popular children’s musician in Germany at the time, and I sang one of his songs in front of 2,000 people. That’s when I knew I wanted to become a singer.”

Influences Without Borders

Anderson’s inspirations span eras, genres, and continents. “I don’t really have one huge role model, but there are definitely people who inspire me,” she explains. “For example, I think Britney Spears did it really cool; she had this kind of girly vibe, she could dance, but she was also sexy at the same time. And in Germany, I really look up to Helene Fischer because she’s truly achieved a lot.”

A New Pop-Dance Direction

In 2025, Anderson steps boldly into international pop with her new single Bum Bum, produced by legendary hitmaker Teddy Riley. “Working with Teddy Riley inspired me to dive into a more modern pop-dance sound and really show how versatile I am,” she says. “It’s basically a reflection of where I’m at right now as an artist, moving from Schlager and children’s music into something more international. So in short, it just shows my new creative direction.”

The Chance Encounter That Sparked a Major Collaboration

The path to working with Riley began unexpectedly. “So, it actually started when I was on a trip to Dubai and met someone who connected me with Teddy Riley,” Anderson says. “I sent over some videos, he checked them out, and he was totally up for doing a project with me. At first, I honestly thought it was a joke, because, I mean, it’s Teddy Riley! So many people dream of working with him, and I couldn’t believe it was real.”

“Then we had our first conversation, and it was just crazy. He showed me some songs, and things moved pretty quickly from there. We set up a studio session in Texas, and that’s really how the whole project took shape."

Inside the Studio With Teddy Riley

Recording with Riley was an intense and unforgettable experience. “I was incredibly nervous, I don’t think I’ve ever been that nervous in any studio in the world,” she recalls. “I had no idea what to expect. I mean, this is Teddy Riley, who’s worked with Madonna and all these huge names, and there I was, a German singer, suddenly expected to jump in and perform. And it wasn’t just him in the studio; there were like 10 people around. One person was responsible for the mixing; there were a couple of vocal coaches, and just so many people there. And then it was like, ‘Okay, sing!’ It was really emotionally exciting and stressful at the same time, strange but also wonderful. And yes, we recorded it in Texas.”

A Creative Leap With Heart

Even as she expands into international pop, Anderson stays connected to her roots. “I just really wanted to try something different. I mean, I love Schlager, I love doing Ballermann stuff, and my new children’s project is a lot of fun too. But I thought, why not try something new that might surprise people and maybe bring them along for the ride? No matter what happens with it, for me it’s just been an amazing project, and I’m really excited to see where it goes.”

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