uncrncollective

As one-half of the electro-pop duo brecnmari, Mariana Bandhold grew up on the other side of the Atlantic in Cascais, Portugal.  While still a child, Mari lost her father in war, a traumatic event that gave her passion for music new layers of meaning and perspective. Music allowed Mari to heal from a most difficult childhood loss; the healing power of music is Mari’s core inspiration to this day. She practiced her craft obsessively, performing locally throughout the Lisbon, Portugal area and went on to compete on The Voice Portugal, eventually taking fourth place.

Mari's experience with the production team on The Voice inspired her to pursue her music education and creation efforts at a higher level, leading to her move to Los Angeles where she graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy.