Mariana Volker

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Mariana Moraes Penteado

Years Active

2004

Genres

MPB, pop, indie, alternative, rock

Instruments

voice, piano, acoustic guitar

Biography

Mariana Volker, stage name of Mariana Moraes Penteado, is a singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist from Rio de Janeiro born on June 26, 1987. She began her musical career at age 17, joining the band Unidade Imaginária alongside Leo Vilhena and Valentina Zanin. With the group, she participated in several festivals across Brazil, such as Grito Rock and Festival Universitário MTV. Her solo trajectory began in 2014 with the release of the EP "Palafita", produced by Liminha, which included tracks like "Eterno Verão" and "Ventania".

In 2017, Mariana participated in the reality show "The Voice Brasil", gaining greater national visibility. The following year, she released her self-written CD "Órbita", featuring eight tracks, with "Montes claros" and "+Amor" standing out. Her discography also features notable collaborations, such as the single "Devagarinho", in partnership with the trio Gilsons, and "Pensando em você", with Capital Inicial, which reached the number one spot on Brazilian radio stations.

Volker is known for her sound that blends pop, MPB, and contemporary influences, exploring themes such as love, intensity, and everyday emotions. In 2022, she released the album "Impossível dizer que não senti", and in 2024, the EP "Olho d'água". Her music has been the soundtrack for soap operas and series, consolidating her as a relevant voice in the new generation of Brazilian music. She is also known for her multi-instrumentalist ability, playing piano and acoustic guitar, in addition to singing.

Discography

• Órbita (2019)
• Impossível Dizer que Não Senti (2022)
• Feitiço (2026)