Interviews: DUMB MOON

On this new occasion, we had the opportunity to interview the Art Rock/Gothic Rock band DUMB MOON from Poland. Check out the interview and follow this band on their FACEBOOK PAGE.

1. Where did the idea for the band name come from? Was it planned or spontaneous?

Marcin: It took quite some time before we came up with the name "Dumb Moon," which translates to "Silent Moon" in Polish. After a long brainstorming process about finding a name that would match the atmosphere and space we wanted to explore musically, the idea came unexpectedly. One evening after rehearsal, our former drummer, Paweł Morkisz, was lying in silence, looking out the window, and saw a full moon. He stared at it and started to reflect. The moon was hanging high, bright, motionless. He thought: it’s always there. It influences tides, moods, and people. But no one really thinks about it. No one listens to it. And it says nothing. Silent, yet important. Present, though quiet. And that's how the name "Silent Moon" was born. It perfectly fits a band that plays melancholic, atmospheric music — art rock and emotional metal. The lyrics are honest, often sad, but never exaggerated. They're about what's inside — what remains in silence after the noise ends.

2. Why did you choose this particular music genre? What drew you to it?

Magda: Since our youth, we've been rooted in heavier music genres like rock and metal. So we play what we truly feel and what’s closest to our musical and emotional sensitivity. Still, we strive to make our music and sound impossible to pigeonhole, even if it leans into those styles. Much of this stems from the fact that the expression and power of this type of music fully convey what we feel. It allows us to permanently embed our emotions and feelings into the sounds. We're completely authentic in this genre.

3. Did you know each other before forming the band? Were you friends, schoolmates, or total strangers?

Marcin: It all began with my friendship with Paweł Morkisz, our former drummer. I used to play bass in our previous band — I love the bass and have played it for many years throughout my musical journey. I only played electric guitar privately, for myself. I knew that Paweł’s sister, Magda, sang and wrote songs in her own band, so I asked him to share some of my music with her… and that’s when it all started. Magda really liked the recordings and said this was exactly the kind of sound she was looking for. Her enthusiasm inspired me to create more and more. We began recording and experimenting. We spent more and more time creating. Paweł eventually joined, and together we started building our musical world. I remembered our bassist, Łukasz Stachura, from a concert we played together about 20 years ago. We weren’t close, but thanks to Magda — who knew him from various shows — we invited him to join, and we’re so glad we did. His musical, technical, and stage experience became the missing piece in our band. Sebastian, aka "Picky the Drummer," is the youngest member. We met him during a joint concert at the 2024 Andrychów Days festival. Later, I invited his band to play at an event we organized — the "Rock Evening" in Andrychów. Around that time, Paweł stepped away from the band to focus on his personal life. Picky and I instantly clicked, and I couldn't imagine anyone else on drums. He's a talented, passionate, and dedicated young man. We're very happy to have him with us.

4. Each member's favorite band or artist? (Show us how diverse your influences are!)

Marcin: Bands like Draconian, Tool, In Flames, Coma, and Katatonia always impress me — every time I listen. Of course, there are many other incredible artists I could mention.

Łukasz: Oh wow, it’s a long list... Definitely early Offspring, D.O.P.E., Parkway Drive, and maybe Kreator. There’s a lot more!

Picky: My top five are definitely Slipknot, Gojira, Korn, Trivium, and Decapitated. 

Magda: Draconian, The Gathering, Coma — those bands are really close to my heart.

5. What inspires you to write lyrics and create music?

Marcin: I’ve always been inspired by the world around us. I can get lost for a long time staring into nature’s vastness. I retreat inward, draw inspiration and energy from reflection — and of course from the sounds I constantly hear in my head. I try to express emotions and feelings through music. I love being alone with instruments and transforming all of that into sound. I love creating, connecting sounds, and building songs. There’s always a vision behind what I want to create. Sometimes I start with a melody and rhythm structure, other times I blend multiple ideas. It’s not always easy — there are months of creative drought when I just can’t focus. Thankfully, I’m surrounded by amazing musicians who help build this musical world with me. They inspire me with their passion and the fact that they want to play with me — it makes me happy and lets me do what I love. 

Magda: I’m mainly inspired by my emotions and internal states, by observing the world around me. A big part of it is the music we create in Dumb Moon — it sparks images and visions in my mind, which I then translate into lyrics. Every one of our songs is special to me and carries my feelings, thoughts, and experiences.

6. Where did you play your last concert? Any special memories from that show?

Marcin: We all agree that our recent performance at the 2025 Kęty Days will stay in our memory for a long time. We’d love to experience it again. It was an amazing event — incredible energy, a warm audience reception. The sound system was top-notch, and we also experimented a bit with our stage image. Some in the crowd had never seen anything like it. The audience and organizers responded very positively, which gave us a big morale boost. I should also mention — I played that concert with a sprained ankle, so I definitely won’t forget it!

7. Where would you most like to perform someday? (Dream venue, city, festival?)

Łukasz: That’s a tough one — there could be dozens of answers! We dream of playing festivals like Castle Party or Poland Rock, and of performing in bigger clubs, cities, and for new communities. Playing outside our country would also be an amazing adventure.

8. Who would you love to collaborate with on a song?

It could be a famous or an underground artist.

Marcin: We believe that someday we’ll have the opportunity to team up with someone who shares our musical vision. It would be great to record a song with an artist who deeply connects with what we create.

9. And who would you definitely not want to collaborate with? (You can be diplomatic or humorous!)

Marcin: We respect and appreciate every artist — both those within our genre and those in completely different ones. Honestly, I hadn’t thought about it until now, but I’d say that mixing our style and message with that of certain mainstream or dance-pop artists — especially so-called “disco polo” — wouldn’t align with who we are. That said, we still respect everyone’s artistic path.

10. Have any of you ever had stage fright? Any advice for beginners on how to handle it?

Marcin: There’s really no cure for stage fright — you just have to go through it. It gets easier each time. Over the years, the nerves can even become a positive force. I still often get nervous before shows, mostly because I carry a lot of responsibility — especially when we organize events ourselves. That means thinking of everything — the stage, sound, lighting, ticketing — all while preparing to actually perform. I always want everyone in the band to feel good and enjoy the experience. My nerves often show through stiff hands — playing suddenly becomes hard, even if the parts are simple. Magda used to feel tightness in her throat or stomach aches before shows, but now that she’s with us, she says it all disappeared — because she’s doing what she loves. Łukasz is super confident, and that helps all of us feel more secure. Picky is so passionate about drumming that he could play on the biggest stages without a problem. Our advice? If you know your material and are well-rehearsed, what can go wrong (aside from a power outage)? We just jump on stage and do our thing. Each of us loves it.

11. Which bands had the biggest influence on you as a group? (Your collective musical inspirations.)

Marcin: I'd like to focus on the Polish music scene here. For both Magda and me, the band COMA was a major influence. The way they translate emotions into sound, how they build their songs — it’s priceless. And then there are the lyrical texts of Piotr Rogucki and the way he delivers emotion through his voice — how people connect with those feelings — that’s something we’d love to achieve ourselves. Of course, there are so many “big” and “small” bands whose music has absolutely floored us (in a good way). We love discovering new music. Many times, we’ve been inspired by artists we’ve shared the stage with. We also listen to a lot of Polish rock and foreign metal — both classic and modern. We’re constantly “learning” new bands, especially thanks to Łukasz and Picky, whose musical libraries are enormous.

12. What’s the weirdest question or request you’ve received from a fan?

Marcin: Sometimes after or before a show, we get a chance to sit and chat with fans. We take photos, get asked about how we started, what we listen to, and how to begin a music journey. We don’t always have time to answer everything, but we hope our paths will cross again — either at our shows or maybe one day we’ll be cheering them on. After one concert, two fans asked if they could play our instruments — and they did! They jammed with Picky on a couple of Iron Maiden and Death songs. It was a fun, relaxed moment. Some even help us load our gear into the cars. You’re amazing — thank you for being with us!

Łukasz: A few years back, in my first band, a kid once asked if we could play at his birthday party — in his house! Keep in mind, we were a dirty punk rock band at the time 😎

13. What do you think about your fans? (Feel free to get emotional!)

Magda: Even though Dumb Moon is still at the beginning of its journey, we’ve already gathered a group of amazing, passionate young people — and they look super cool too! Thanks to our shows, some of them have even met each other, which means a lot to us. We truly have a wonderful audience whom we often get to see again and again. Thank you for being there!

14. What do you think of our site/platform? 

It’s wonderful that music platforms like this one write about and promote bands from around the world. We’re honored and proud to be featured here among such talented artists. We believe that sites like this play a major role in helping us reach new listeners and make a mark in the music world. We truly appreciate the work you do. We’re convinced that music connects us all — and we’re just as passionate about it as the creators of this platform surely are.

15. Anything you’d like to add at the end?

Yes! We just want to say that we plan to keep creating more and more music. We definitely want to record a full-length album in the future. We invite you to take a closer listen to our music — it comes straight from the heart. We hope to be noticed more and more, and to get more opportunities to play bigger shows — whether at festivals or clubs. We’re hungry for the stage and for live music! There’s still a lot of hard work and many dreams ahead — and we promise, we’ll surprise you more than once! Warm regards to all the readers and the editorial team! Dumb Moon