Between the intensity of Brazilian rock from the 2000s and the strength of a message about perseverance, the band Radio Moscou found inspiration for a new chapter in their musical journey. Released on October 16th, the single “Tudo Que Eu Não Sou” (Everything I Am Not) combines influences from nu metal and rap rock with an approach to resilience, maturity, and the determination to follow one’s dreams, even in the face of adversity. In an interview, vocalist Thiago Sabiá talks about the song’s creative process, the evolution of his vocal technique, and the search for a sound that recaptures references from a generation without abandoning a contemporary identity.
“Everything I Am Not” is about dreams, overcoming challenges, and the decision to keep going even when others don’t believe in you. At what point did you realize that this message needed the power of a song?
We believe that everyone, at some point, has had to deal with the distrust of others or even their own insecurities. “Everything I Am Not” was born from this need to transform these experiences into something that could motivate other people. Rock has always had this characteristic of questioning, reacting, and moving forward. We wanted a song that conveyed this energy of not accepting that others determine who you are or how far you can go.
The track has roots in the 2000s, but it arrives with a current, robust, and urban production. How did you balance that memory of rock from that era with a more contemporary sound?
The 2000s were very important for our musical development. Bands like Papa Roach, Charlie Brown Jr., and Detonautas showed how it was possible to mix heaviness, attitude, and catchy melodies. Our idea was to preserve that essence, but without being stuck in the past. We brought in heavy guitars, a more aggressive vocal performance, and electronic elements that give the music another dimension. We want it to have the energy of the rock that shaped us, but with an identity that represents Radio Moscou today.
The song was composed by Thiago Sabiá in partnership with Paul Arnaud and Neto Alves. How did this exchange of different perspectives help to build the song’s message of resilience?
Composing together allows you to see the same idea from different perspectives. Each person contributes their experiences, references, and feelings, and this gives the music new layers. In “Tudo Que Eu Não Sou” (Everything I’m Not), this exchange helped build a direct message without resorting to many metaphors. It’s a song about identity, choices, and the decision not to give up on yourself. We believe that this identification with real situations is precisely what allows the song to reach so many people.
The single follows a similar line to “A Volta Por Cima,” but with a more mature and aggressive vocal delivery. What has changed in the way Radio Moscou expresses strength, nonconformity, and overcoming adversity in this new release?
“A Volta Por Cima” already carries this idea of overcoming challenges and is part of the band’s history. “Tudo Que Eu Não Sou” follows this path, but presents a different moment for Rádio Moscou. We are seeking more intensity, both in sound and interpretation. Thiago is increasingly embracing his identity as a vocalist, exploring new possibilities and putting more personality into his delivery. It’s not just about singing louder, but about understanding how to use the voice to convey the message and make the listener feel what the music proposes.
Thiago has been honing his vocal skills with names like Mauro Henrique and Fabrício Fonseca. How has this study process helped him expand the technical and emotional limits of his interpretation?
Studying voice means understanding that there’s always something new to learn. Working with Fabrício Fonseca and the study references linked to Mauro Henrique have contributed to expanding my technical repertoire, especially in exploring vocal drives, dynamics, stamina, and control. This allows me to experiment with more aggressive interpretations without relying solely on physical strength. At the same time, technique needs to serve emotion. In “Tudo Que Eu Não Sou” (Everything I Am Not), the intention was to find a balance between control, intensity, and truth, so that each phrase would have personality.
The song combines raw vocals, lyrical clarity, striking guitars, strong drums, programming, and electronic loops. How did you come up with this arrangement so that the instrumental weight wouldn’t overshadow the message of the lyrics?
The arrangement was designed to give the music impact without losing its connection with the audience. The guitars and drums bring the heaviness, while the programming and loops add texture and a more contemporary atmosphere. But everything needs to work in favor of the song. The vocals have to continue driving the message, especially in moments when the lyrics need to be more powerful. We like heavy music, but we also believe in catchy choruses and lyrics that people can sing along to at a show. The idea is for the audience to feel the weight of the music and, at the same time, understand what we’re saying.
The influences range from Papa Roach, Charlie Brown Jr., and Detonautas, transitioning between alternative rock, nu-metal, and rap rock. What do these universes represent for the identity of Rádio Moscou?
These references represent the freedom to mix different elements without losing the identity of rock. Papa Roach brings that aggressiveness of nu-metal and rap rock; Charlie Brown Jr. has a very strong connection with everyday life, attitude, and people’s reality; and Detonautas shows how rock can be direct, melodic, and provocative at the same time. Radio Moscou absorbs these influences, but also carries our own history, our experiences, and our roots in Rio Grande do Norte. We don’t want to reproduce anyone’s sound. We want to transform everything that influenced us into something that has our own identity.
The release is focused on digital platforms and radio, but you already have audiovisual material in the works. What image or atmosphere do you envision to visually translate this energy of resistance present in “Everything I Am Not”?
We envision an urban aesthetic, intense and full of personality, that resonates with the energy of the music. Something that explores contrasts, shadows, lights, and images that convey movement, conflict, and overcoming. More than telling a story literally, we want to create an atmosphere that makes people feel the same restlessness present in the lyrics. It’s also important to maintain Radio Moscow’s visual identity and showcase this current phase of the band. The song is about not accepting labels and not giving up on one’s own goals, so the audiovisual needs to carry that same attitude: looking ahead, facing whatever comes, and keeping moving forward.
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