Ahead of their participation in Festival da Canção 2026, Nicklas had the chance to have a quick chat with the band Nunca Mates o Mandarim, who are participating this year with their song “Fumo”.
In this interview, Nicklas and the band discuss their musical origins and humble beginnings, their invitation to Festival da Canção by 2025 winners NAPA, and the inspiration for their track, ‘Fumo.’ They also explore the festival’s recent evolution, which has opened doors for indie acts to showcase more diverse sounds.
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