1.What inspires you as an artist?
We’re inspired by real-life stories, both our own and those around us, moments of love, resilience, doubt, and hope. Nature also plays a big role, especially the sea and landscapes of northern Portugal, where we’re based. But above all, it’s the connection with people that inspires us most: the idea that a song we write could resonate deeply with someone, make them feel understood, or give them the strength to keep going.
2. How do you nurture your own creativity?
We try not to force it. For us, nurturing creativity means living life fully — taking time to step away from music, experience new things, and absorb stories. Reading, traveling, or simply being in nature helps recharge our perspective. When inspiration returns, we make sure to capture it quickly, whether it’s through a melody, a lyric idea, or even just a voice memo. It’s about giving creativity space to breathe and trusting that it will always come back.
3.Who/How Came Up With The Band Name?
When we rebranded from our first project Brantner in 2019, we wanted a name that truly reflected what music means to us. The idea behind Non Talkers is that not everything can be expressed with words, sometimes emotions are too deep or complex. Music becomes the language that speaks louder. The name came from that belief: that our songs are our real voice when words fall short.
4.New Album/Ep In The Works?
We don’t have a traditional album or EP in the works right now. Instead, our plan with the “Weight of Doubt” tour is to write and test new songs live, then release them gradually as singles over the next two years. At the end of that process, we’ll most likely compile them into a full album. It’s a different approach for us, but one that allows the music to grow organically with the audience.
5. Who inspired you to make music?
For me (Marco Brantner), I grew up listening to many different bands and styles of music and was always touched by its magic. But since no one in my family or surroundings was connected to music, I never imagined dedicating myself to it, in fact, I started quite late. I do remember a real “wow moment” that changed everything for me. I was about 23, walking along Las Ramblas in Barcelona, when I saw a solo artist performing on the street and moving the entire audience with his music. That unexpected moment struck me so deeply that I thought: “This is a fascinating power, I’d love to be able to connect with people in this way.” That was the key moment that set me on this path.
6.What is one message you would give to your fans?
I’d say: thank you for walking this road with us. Music is not just something we create and put out there, it only truly exists when it connects with someone. Every time a person listens, comes to a show, or shares a song, they become part of the story. So my message is simple: keep believing in the power of music, because you’re the reason we can keep going.
7.Do you sing in the shower? What songs?
Actually, not in the shower but pretty much everywhere else, yes. I often find myself singing along to whatever’s playing or just whatever got stuck in my head. Sometimes it feels liberating, sometimes it can be a bit annoying (especially for the people around me (laugh).
8.Do you have any upcoming shows?
Yes! We’ve just started our Weight of Doubt European tour, which will run through 2025 and 2026. We’re really excited to bring our music to different places, from Portugal to Spain, Belgium, and Germany, and to connect with both new listeners and the people who’ve been following us for a while. Every show feels like a new chapter in this journey.
9.How do you feel the Internet has impacted the music business?
It completely changed everything. On one hand, it opened the doors for independent artists like us, now we can release music worldwide without needing a big label, connect directly with listeners, and build our own community. On the other hand, it also made the industry extremely saturated. With so much music coming out every single day, it’s harder to stand out and get noticed. So I’d say the Internet is both a blessing and a challenge: it gives us freedom and opportunities, but it also demands creativity, persistence, and constant reinvention.
10.What is the best advice you’ve been given?
“Don’t listen to the naysayers.” People will always have opinions about what you should or shouldn’t do, especially in music. But if you keep following your own path and trusting your instincts, that’s where the real growth and fulfillment come from.
