ZEMBO LATIFA
Hip-hop, Trap, R&B
Zembo Latifa is a Croatian hip-hop and trap artist known for his distinctive blend of introspective lyricism, melodic delivery, and modern production.
SEVEN THAT SPELLS
Psychedelic, Krautrock
Seven That Spells are a psychedelic rock band from Zagreb, formed in 2003 and led by guitarist and producer Niko Potočnjak. Known for their intense, genre-defying sound, the band blends psychedelic rock with elements of krautrock, noise, jazz, and progressive music, creating a hypnotic and often improvisational sonic experience.
MARY MAY
Jazz, Folk, Blues, Americana
Mary May is a powerhouse band from Croatia, stemming from the alternative music scene of the capital town, Zagreb. They play original singer-songwriter music rooted in folk americana, blues, jazz and rock, but with their own twist.
MR. LEE & IVANESKY
Indie, Alternative
Mr. Lee & IvaneSky are a Croatian experimental music duo formed by Ivanka Mazurkijević and Damir Martinović Mrle. Both established artists in their own right, Ivanka through her work with Stampedo and Mrle as a key member of Let 3, joined forces to create a boundary-pushing project that blends music, performance, and theater.
CUBISMO
Jazz, Latin, Salsa
Cubismo is a Croatian music ensemble founded in 1995 in Zagreb, best known for popularizing Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz, and salsa music in Croatia. Led by percussionist Hrvoje Rupčić, the band combines Cuban rhythms with jazz and popular music elements, performing both original compositions and Latin standards.
PROLETER
Pop, Punk
Proleter is a Croatian pop-punk band from Zagreb, formed in 2012. The group consists of Antonio (vocals, guitar), Roland (bass), and Tin (drums), and emerged from a shared love of classic pop-punk influences such as Blink-182 and Green Day.
BKD
Punk
BKD are a Croatian Oi! punk band from Varaždin, known for their raw energy and local pride. Their music blends fast, sing-along rhythms with themes of community and hometown culture, especially around their support of the football club NK Varteks.
MELEWAI
psychedelic, Garage Rock, Surf Rock, Gypsy
MeleWai is a goofy noir romantic surf-inspired band from Zagreb, Croatia. The band's name is derived from the Hawaiian words mele (song, chant) and wai (fresh water).
KI KLOP
Pop, Electronic, Disco
Ki Klop is a disco-pop band from Zagreb, Croatia, known for their dance-oriented, modern indie pop sound with elements of electro disco and soft rock. Their energetic shows combine strong rhythm sections, danceable grooves and engaging vocal delivery, making them a notable presence within the alternative and club scene.
VEDRAN ISTINA
Trap
Vedran Istina is a rising figure in the Zagreb trap scene. He first gained attention with the track “Pit Stop”, released through the YEM label. He then followed up with the EP “Ja sam vi”, which helped establish him as a voice to watch in Croatian trap.
MRAVE BROJIM
Indie, Alternative, Psychedelic
Mrave brojim is a rock band from Rijeka, Croatia, formed in 2018 by Zoran Klasić Klas, a former long-time member of the bands Grč and Let 3. Their music blends elements of alternative, indie and psychedelic rock, and the band is known for their sound and visual performances that draw listeners into surreal, expressive sonic spaces.
BOLESNA BRAĆA
Hip-hop, Rap
Bolesna Braća is a legendary Croatian hip-hop group from Zagreb, known for their humor, sharp lyrics, and unique style that mixes rap, funk, and satire. Known for their entertaining live shows and playful approach to hip-hop, they’ve remained active for decades, influencing new generations of artists while keeping their trademark humor and old-school energy alive.
THE STRANGE
Alternative, Americana, Soul
The Strange are a Croatian-international rock band originally formed in 2004 as a collaboration between the acclaimed Croatian surf-rock band The Bambi Molesters and American singer-songwriter Chris Eckman of The Walkabouts. The group has earned recognition beyond Croatia, winning awards and support aimed at promoting domestic music internationally and performing at major venues and festivals.
MANMACHINE
Electronic, Electropop, Synth-pop
ManMachine is the solo electronic music project of Croatian musician Goran Uroić, active since 2011. Working primarily with synthesizers and electronic instruments, he creates dark, atmospheric music that blends elements of darkwave, synth and experimental electronic sound.
AFION
World Music
Afion is a Croatian-Macedonian band inspired by traditional music from Croatia, Bosnia, and Macedonia, which they play in their own and original interpretations and compositions, expressing the widest range of human experiences, from sadness and longing to happiness and exhilaration.
LUZERI
Pop, Trap, Punk
Luzeri are a Croatian pop-punk trio redefining the sound of a new generation by merging early 2000s nostalgia with contemporary production and influences from the regional trap scene. Formed by Goca R.I.P. (KUKU$), Dipsi (Buntai), and producer Nikola Batelić, the project marks a bold shift from their trap roots into a guitar-driven, emotionally charged pop-punk direction.
ŽIVA
Pop, Darkwave, Trip-hop
Lucija Ivšić, known professionally as ŽIVA, is a Croatian-Australian multidisciplinary artist, composer and performer whose work bridges music, new media art and technology. As ŽIVA, she continues to challenge musical genres and mediums, creating immersive experiences that unite her Slavonian roots with cutting-edge technology and global artistic vision.
ALBINA
Pop
Albina proved herself a unique performer at the beginning of her career. Croatia's newest pop sensation and Eurovision 2021 entry was introduced to a wider audience in 2020 as a finalist in the third season of The Voice Croatia
ONE DREAD
Reggae, Dub
One Dread is a seven-piece reggae/dancehall band led by TNT (Tena, Nika and Tea), a powerful vocal trio that gives an exciting edge to all the songs the band performs.
VANILLAZ
Electronic, EDM
Vanillaz is a popular Croatian-Slovenian DJ and producer duo, consisting of Zagreb-based Marc Bucca (Marko Bucić) and Slovenian Spinne (Miha Pajk). Since meeting in 2009, they have built an international career, performing at major festivals like Tomorrowland and Ultra.
NIKOLA’S CAGE
Alternative, Metal
Nikola’s Cage is an energetic groove nu-metal band from Zadar, known for powerful vocals and dynamic live shows. Their music combines heavy riffs, strong rhythms, and introspective lyrics, inspired by Alice In Chains, Pantera, and System of a Down.
ANA MOOR
Pop, Electropop
Ana Moor is a pop and electropop singer-songwriter from Koprivnica, Croatia. Her music blends modern electronic production with emotive vocals and introspective lyrics, creating a sound that connects with both local and international audiences.
VEDRAN RUŽIĆ
Jazz
Vedran Ružić is a Croatian visual artist and jazz musician known for integrating music and visual art. Ružić has performed with prominent Croatian musicians and released several original jazz albums.
PHANERON
Grunge
Phaneron is hugely influenced by 90’ grunge era and the modern progressive and alternative scenes. In 2021 Phaneron went once again to the studio to record a new album called “Sfinga” with ten new songs and deep influence by modern progressive metal bands with various rhythm combinations that are distanced from classical rock form.
CURA I DEČKO
Electronic, House, Progressive, Neo-rave
“CURA I DEČKO” (t͡sûra iː dêt͡ʃko) are an electronic duo from Croatia, coupled in real life too. They skillfully blend different genres of electronic music with vocals. Their stage presence invites curiosity, while their juicy sound invites the audience to dance and actively engage in the experience.
BAMWISE
Dub
Bamwise is a five-member electronic dub band from Zagreb, Croatia, known for blending analog warmth with modern digital soundscapes. Formed by musicians united through their passion for bass-heavy, rhythm-driven music, Bamwise combine synthesizers, drum machines, bass, guitar, vocals, and live effects to create an immersive and danceable experience.
