Jazz
Jazz pianist and composer Leon Brenko was born in 1981 in Rijeka. Over the years, he has performed at numerous festivals and collaborated with renowned Croatian jazz musicians and international artists, including legendary American trumpeter Eddie Henderson, American vocalist Sharon Clark, and Finnish saxophonist Timo Lassy.
Experimental
Marinada is an experimental pop band from Rijeka, Croatia, originally formed in 2003 as the authorial project of musician Marin Alvir. Throughout more than two decades of activity, Marinada has remained a highly prolific project, releasing numerous albums and continuously exploring new sonic ideas while performing on the regional club and alternative music circuit.
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.
Pop
Whisper Scream is an anonymous art-pop project dedicated to bringing attention to important life issues that deserve greater conversation and awareness. The anonymous identity aims to bring all attention to the music and its message rather than the person creating it. With a male lead vocal and expressive female backing vocals, the project released its debut single, 'Lako je tako' in 2022, followed by 'Loop' in 2023.
Dream pop, Synthwave
Neon Wife is a Croatian synth-pop/electro-pop duo formed in 2019 by musicians Irena Žilić and Lucija Potočnik. They began the project out of a shared creative connection and a desire to make music they both felt close to but had not previously had the opportunity to explore.
Ethno pop, Tribal dance
LADO Electro is a Croatian music project that fuses traditional folk music with electronic sounds, created as an offshoot of the respected folk ensemble LADO. It was launched in 2002 through a collaboration between LADO and the duo HR Electro, electronic musician Hrvoje Crnić (also known as Boxer) and LADO member Boris Harfman.
Hip-hop, Rap
Edo Maajka is one of the most influential and critically acclaimed hip-hop artists in the Balkans. Emerging in the early 2000s, he brought a new level of authenticity and social realism to the regional rap scene, quickly gaining recognition with his debut album Slušaj mater (2002), considered a landmark release in Croatian hip-hop.
Pop
Josipa Lisac is a Croatian singer and one of the most distinctive voices in the regional music scene, known for her unique vocal expression, avant-garde style, and genre-blending approach. Her landmark debut album Dnevnik jedne ljubavi (1973) is widely regarded as one of the most important albums in Croatian and former Yugoslav popular music.
Punk
Krešo i Kisele Kiše are a punk/rock band from Rijeka, Croatia, formed in 2007 and known as a staple of the city’s alternative music scene. The group blends punk/rock energy with brass elements and humorous, socially reflective lyrics, largely written by frontman Krešimir Burić.
Jazz
Bruno Mičetić is a Croatian guitarist, composer and educator based in Rijeka, known for his versatility across jazz, rock and metal. Along with his jazz work, Mičetić leads the rock/metal band Keops, whose material he writes, and also pursues his jazz projects such as “Fat Manager” and “Beauty Of Your Soul".
Rock, Alternative, Metal
Mamut is an alternative metal band from Rijeka, formed in 2017 by vocalist and guitarist Ivo Jurčić. Emerging from a period of experimentation and lineup changes, the band developed a distinctive sound that blends modern metal with elements of alternative, groove, and socially charged lyricism.
Trap, Punk, Hyperpop
Ružno Pače is a regional artist known for a distinctive blend of hyperpop, punk, and trap influences, creating a sound that resonates strongly with younger generations. His debut album Hentai, spid & emo pank! gained significant popularity and established himself as one of the more notable emerging names on the scene.
Pop, Electropop
Matt Shaft (real name Matej Magdić) is a Croatian singer-songwriter and violinist based in Zagreb. Known for his street performances and growing online presence, he creates music that blends pop and electropop with a distinctive instrumental identity.
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.
Hip-hop, Old School Boom bap
Old school Boom bap Hip-hop group/collective/label from Šibenik, Croatia. The group has five members. Two producents/beatmakers that bring old sound back on the streets and 3 MCs. Each of them has their unique style of rapping, lyrics and the sound of the voice.
Pop, Rock
Bang Bang is a pop-rock band from Zagreb, Croatia, formed in 2012 by a group of experienced musicians brought together by their shared love for creating authentic, melodic music.
Pop, Indie, Alternative
Barbara Munjas is a musician that has been present on the Croatian music scene since her high school days. With her debut album "Right place & right time", she draws attention with numerous excellent reviews.
Pop
Ivana Kindl is one of Croatia’s most highly rated vocals. She has a long list of awards and accomplishments to her credit; almost every single song she has released in her 20 years in the music business has become an instant radio hit.
Rock, Alternative, Blues
The Screaming Wheels represented Croatia at the 35th International Blues Challenge (Memphis, USA) in January 2019 where the critics and fans declared them a ‘Croatian sensation’.
Electronic, Techno
A veritable powerhouse of the Croatian techno scene Insolate has been establishing a global presence as a DJ and producer for over 20 years delivering as both a label boss at Out Of Place and the creative force behind their electrifying TRAUM events.
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.
Electropop, Synth-pop, Synthwave
Pocket Palma, an increasingly successful synth-pop trio consisting of Luka Vidović, Anja Papa, and Bruno Žabek, continues to release albums that are well received by the audience and critics alike.
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.
Pop, Rock
Stampedo is a Croatian band founded in 1995, known for its eclectic, cabaret-inspired sound that blends rock, pop, and a wide range of global influences. Led by vocalist Ivanka Mazurkijević, the band combines genres such as mambo, swing, samba, tango, ska, and chanson into a vibrant, theatrical musical expression.
Rock, Electronic, Alternative
Revirgin is a music project from Čakovec, Croatia, created by Karlo Križnik and Paula Gavez, who are both long-time musical and life partners. As an innovative duo, they pursue their own creative path without trying to fit into trends, focusing on music they genuinely enjoy and that is appreciated by listeners.
