Ethno, Balkan
Balkalar is an ethno band from Zagreb, Croatia with a simple philosophy: freedom, love, rakija, dance, song, and celebration of life. They strive to keep the traditional music of the Balkans alive while giving it a new, lively twist.
Hip-hop, Reggae, Drum & Bass, Dancehall
Banana Zvuk is a duo from Split whose performing and creative part consists of producers, DJs, MCs, and musicians Luka Barbić (TBF) and Ivan Yuri Jurić (ST!LLNESS). These music artists from Split are engaged in researching and promoting rhythms from dub, reggae, hip-hop, drum'n'bass, dancehall, jungle to various musical mashups.
Jazz, World Music, Nu jazz
Rock, Stoner, Groove Metal
Pop, Rock, Funk
Terminator is a rock group from Zagreb, Croatia. From their beginning in 2017. Until now the band toured with the Foo Fighters, performed with Jack White, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Depeche mode, and had a gig one Saturday in a big club in Zagreb. Actually, those are the things the band is dreaming about, hoping it will all come true someday.
Pop
Marei is the stage name of Croatian singer-songwriter Marina Žužić, a young musician from the Istrian town of Tar. She first appeared on the music scene in 2015 at the Melodije Istre i Kvarnera festival. She later performed for several years with the Blues Box Acoustic Trio before beginning her solo career.
Punk
LÜGER is a Zagreb-based punk band rooted in raw d-beat energy, emerging as part of the new wave of the Croatian underground scene. Formed around 2020, the band introduced their sound through a DIY demo release, channeling a stripped-down, aggressive aesthetic driven by speed, distortion, and uncompromising attitude.
Folk, Punk
Brkovi is a punk-folk band from Zagreb, Croatia, that refuses to take themselves or the music industry too seriously. Founded in 2004, they describe their sound as “PunkFolkWellness”, blending punk rock, turbo-folk, metal riffs and Balkan humour into high-octane, off-beat party anthems.
Rock, Noise, Post-punk
Brujači are a Zagreb-based band formed in the 1990s, known for their unique blend of danceable rhythms, buzzing bass lines and sharp, syncopated guitar parts. Their style, often described as “Hard Disco,” mixes noise-influenced roots with a clear, modern sound that stays energetic, playful and free of pretension.
Pop
Filip Rudan is one of the most promising young Croatian musicians. He came in fifth place and was the crowd’s favorite at Dora (the Croatian Eurovision selection) in 2021, where he performed his debut single "Blind".
Traditional Vocal Music
PJEV is a female a cappella quintet from Zagreb which preserves and cherishes traditional vocal music from Serbia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina. PJEV gathers singers from these countries who each contribute songs from their homelands.
Rock, Jazz, Fusion
Tihomir Pop Asanović is a Croatian keyboardist and composer, widely regarded as one of the key figures of the regional funk, jazz, and progressive rock scene of the 1970s. As a founding member of Time, he helped shape the sound of the era, later releasing acclaimed solo albums Majko Zemljo and Pop.
Punk, Post-punk, New wave
Paraf is a pioneering Croatian punk rock band formed in 1976 in Rijeka, widely recognized as one of the earliest and most influential punk groups in the region. Paraf’s influence extends beyond their recordings: they helped lay the foundation for the punk and alternative scenes in Croatia and neighboring countries, and their name remains synonymous with the origins of punk music in the former Yugoslavia.
Alternative
SHE IS CHAOS is a Croatian alternative rock band formed in 2017 in Rijeka by the singer-songwriter / guitarist Dino Pitoski and drummer Ivan Ujević. In 2022, the band was joined by Sebastian Demark on bass, double-bass and backing vocals, and Marin Kuvač on electric guitar, synths, sequencers and backing vocals.
Electronic
Ivna Ji is a Croatian DJ, producer and promoter active on the electronic music scene for many years. She is known for her contribution to the local club culture, both behind the decks and through her involvement in community-driven initiatives.
House
Vedritunes is a DJ, producer, and label owner from Metković, Croatia, known for his refined deep and tech house sound with jazz/funk influences. Vedritunes runs the independent label Delta Swamp Music, releasing his own tracks and collaborations with regional artists.
Psychedelic, Folk Noir
Zimizelen is a one-man project from Zagreb, Croatia. Starting his musical journey in 2020, he released a series of singles leading up to 2023 and the debut album, "san na uzici" under Dostava Zvuka Label.
Pop
Miach is a Croatian singer and songwriter known for her fresh fusion of R&B, pop, trap and urban sounds. She rose to prominence on the Croatian music scene shortly after her debut in 2021, quickly becoming one of the most talked-about voices of her generation.
Rock
Vipera is a Zagreb-based rock’n’roll trio formed by experienced musicians from the Croatian underground scene. Described as a raw, “Motörhead-style” band, their sound combines high-energy rock’n’roll with influences from early heavy metal and punk attitude.
Jazz
Bruna Matić (1995) was born in Zagreb and started playing the drums at the age of seven. She gained experience playing with various artists in her hometown such as the HGM A Band, Irena Žilić, The Frajle, Croatian TV-Radio Jazz Orchestra and many more.
Rock, Rap, Alternative
Detmeć is a Zagreb rap-rock band formed in 2017. After nine months spent practicing, they go public with concerts and their first original songs. They released two singles, the debut Dijelimo se, and Mnogo jak, and presented themselves to local audiences.
Folk, World Music, Ethno
Ether is the solo project of Croatian singer-songwriter Nikol Ćaćić, known for her emotionally driven and intuitive approach to music. With a strong focus on authenticity and creative freedom, Ether stands out as a distinctive voice on the contemporary Croatian scene.
Pop, Rock, Punk
Formed in 1983 in Zagreb, Psihomodo Pop emerged from the ashes of punk band Klinska Pomora, led by charismatic frontman Davor Gobac. Rooted in post-punk and raw rock’n’roll energy, the band quickly built a reputation for explosive live shows, drawing comparisons to The Rolling Stones, Ramones and Iggy Pop.
Pop
Over the years, Vanna has evolved her style from dance-pop to pop-rock, R&B and ballads, maintaining relevance and artistic growth. Her 2019 album Izmiješane boje reached #1 on Croatia’s charts. Known for her powerful vocals, catchy melodies and long-standing presence in Croatian music, Vanna remains one of the country’s most celebrated female artists.
