Rock, Alternative
Let 3 is a Croatian alternative rock band formed in Rijeka in 1987, known for their provocative artistic expression, theatrical performances, and satirical approach to music and society. The core members and long-time frontmen Damir Martinović “Mrle” and Zoran Prodanović “Prlja” have been central to the band’s identity since its early days.
Ethno
Dunja Knebl is a folk singer. Although she began singing in public at the age of 47 (in 1993), she has released 23 albums to date, interpreting forgotten or nearly-forgotten folk songs from Croatia and other countries.
Hardcore, Punk
Ponor is a Croatian hardcore punk band from Zagreb, formed in 2011. The band is known for combining hardcore punk with elements of metal, creating a heavy, energetic sound accompanied by socially engaged and introspective lyrics.
Electronic
Minimalist is a Croatian DJ and electronic music performer from Osijek whose musical journey began in 2012 with an interest in EDM and bass-heavy styles. He started experimenting with dubstep and later drum & bass, driven by a desire to create something different from what he was hearing locally.
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.
Post-punk, New wave, Garage Punk
Parnepar is a post-punk, new wave, garage punk trio from Zagreb, Croatia taking strong influences from the '70s and '80s postpunk & new wave music, especially from ex-yu(goslavian) bands.
Rock, Alternative
Ministranti are a rock band from Rijeka, Croatia, formed in 2022 by guitarist Dražen Baljak (of Let 3) along with Robert Šuša (vocals), Vedran Vučković (bass) and Voljen Korić (drums). Their music is characterised by a guitar-driven rock sound with heavy grooves and production that avoids over-polishing, combining classic rock elements with energetic arrangements.
Hip-hop, Rap, Trap
Hiljson Mandela is a Zagreb-based rapper and one of the pioneers of trap music in Croatia, active since 2008. His artistic identity is closely tied to constant evolution within trap, as well as personal themes such as faith and mental health, topics he openly explores in his music, including the song “Sam u mraku.”
Pop, Rock
Pavel is a Croatian pop and rock band from Zagreb formed in 2007 by singer and songwriter Aljoša Šerić, originally conceived as his solo project after his work with the band Ramirez. Over time, Pavel became one of the most recognizable contemporary pop acts in Croatia, known for melodic songwriting, emotional lyrics and arrangements that combine acoustic pop with elements of rock and orchestral instrumentation.
Pop
Meritas is a Croatian duo formed in 1996 in Zagreb, created by vocalists and songwriters Meri Jaman and Anita Valo. Their work is marked by thoughtful lyrics, warm harmonies, and an artistic depth that resonates with multiple generations of fans throughout the region.
Pop, Indie, Alternative
Ivan Grobenski is well known in Croatia’s underground, but it wasn’t until the release of the album ‘Siromahi I Lazari’ back in 2020. that he saw the light of day.
Pop
Adari is not a band, as sometimes mistakenly described, but an anagram of her name — Daria Tamara Rac. Born in Poland and based in Slavonski Brod, Croatia, she began her musical journey performing and playing in various local bands before moving on to create her own original work.
Rock, Alternative, Garage Rock
Djeca! are a Croatian garage-rock band known for their raw energy, spontaneity, and genre-blending sound. Originally formed by Bruno Žabek and Benjamin Mjeržva, the project later evolved into a four-piece with the addition of Anja Papa and Luka Vidović from pocket palma.
Metal, Doom
Old Night is a doom metal band from Rijeka, Croatia, founded in 2015 by Luka Petrović, known for his work with Ashes You Leave. Initially conceived as a solo project, Old Night soon evolved into a full band, developing a distinctive sound that blends doom metal with elements of progressive rock, blues, and atmospheric music.
Pop, Alternative
kids from the sky is an alternative pop band originating from Croatia. our background is rather boring so check out our songs, decide if you like them, and feel free to join us. Welcome to another world.
Electronic, Alternative
The Hunting Dogs are Alba Nacinovich and Marco Germini. Originally from Croatia/Italy, they play electro-shocked pop, and they do it live, playing a multitude of instruments, involving live looping, live electronics, and improvised flashes: a live act that embodies what ‘electrifying’ means.
Hip-hop, Rap
Born in Split, Croatia, Saša Antić is one of the most respected figures in the Croatian hip-hop scene. He is best known as a founding member, lead lyricist and vocalist of the influential Split-based group The Beat Fleet (TBF), which blends rap, reggae, rock and experimental soundscapes.
Hip-hop, Funk, Soul
Reper iz sobe is a funk, neosoul, hiphop band based in Zagreb, Croatia. Lazy dalmatian rap vocals, funky guitars, jazzy keys and groovy rhythm section is what you can hear from these guys.
World Music
Dubravko Lapaine is a Croatian-based didgeridoo musician and composer - one of the most revered didgeridoo performers in the world. He has been coherently developing new ways of playing and thus starting free sound chronicals of antidogmatic and authentic sound that defies easy genre categorization.
Americana, Singer-songwriter
Hip-hop, Rap
Bore Balboa is a prominent Croatian rapper who grew up in Brodarica, near Šibenik. Known for blending elements of trap and contemporary hip-hop with personal lyrics rooted in his Dalmatian background, Bore Balboa became a defining voice of his generation in the Croatian rap scene.
Pop, Jazz
ALBA&LEO are a Croatian jazz-influenced duo formed by vocalist Alba Nacinovich and guitarist/producer Leo Škec. Their music blends jazz, pop, and atmospheric sounds, creating an intimate yet modern approach to songwriting and performance.
Doom, Sludge
Founded in 2013 in the city of Karlovac, Left to Starve embraced the ethos of the DIY punk community while blending aggression of dark hardcore and heaviness of sludge metal resulting in a couple of releases.
Pop, Rock
Projekt is a pop-rock band from Rijeka that gained recognition with the release of their debut album “Zaustavi vrijeme”. Their sound blends radio-friendly pop-rock with intelligent, thoughtful, and occasionally provocative lyrics, driven by a strong rhythm section, melodic guitars, and expressive vocals.
Rock, Alternative, Glam
Wilhelmina Agnes is a Croatian musician, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Zagreb. She began playing violin at the age of eight and later added piano, guitar and bass guitar to her repertoire. Her passion for music spans classical as well as popular genres, particularly art-rock, blues, jazz and R&B.
