Anthea is symphonic metal band from Southern California created by Diego Valadez. The vision is to incorporate a highly cinematic, orchestral sounds with the heaviness of metal music. Drawing inspiration from various other genres, the fusion of ideas results in very progressive material. With a combination of clean operatic vocals and black metal like screams, Anthea's music can apeal to a wide variety of metal fans.

In 2015, after spending much of his time writing new music, Diego met with drummer Peter Vasquez. The two decided to form a band, giving an outlet to the material that was already in the works. They recorded their first self titled e.p. under the band name 'Anthea.' This was accomplished with the help of some very talented studio musicians filling in for bass, guitar, screams, and vocals for the duet 'The Light Divine.' While recording, Anthea had been simultaneously searching for permanent members and now welcome guitarist Juan Pina and bassist Constantin Lorenz.