World Music, Reggae
Antenat is a genre-blending band from Zagreb, Croatia, formed in 1997 by five friends who started making music together while still in elementary school. What began as a simple rock setup has evolved into a distinctive sound they call Sub Reggae — an energetic fusion of African polyrhythms, reggae skanks, afrobeat brass lines, the drive of ska, desert blues guitar licks, and the atmospheric depth of dub. Their music is impossible to ignore on the dancefloor, with lyrics celebrating freedom, nature, and collective spirit that often turn audiences into a choir.
Art-punk
How Yes No is a post-punk, art-punk, wave power trio from Zagreb, Croatia. Their songs, short, chaotic, and straight to the point are reminiscent of MinuteMan and Big Boys.
Rock
Baltazar is a hard rock and alternative band from Istria, Croatia, founded in 2005 by Tonči “Hus” Horvat and Leo Anđelković. What began as a creative partnership between two musicians with a shared passion for honest, emotionally charged rock quickly evolved into one of the most authentic bands on the Croatian alternative scene.
Pop, Rock, Alternative
Clone Age is a Croatian rock band from Čakovec, known for energetic live shows and a mix of rock, alternative, and pop. With albums like FUSE and performances at festivals such as INmusic, they’ve built a reputation for consistent creativity despite lineup changes.
Rock, Garage Rock
With roots in Zagreb and a sound that nods both to 60s-70s rock and modern garage revival, Borben Dallas & His Filipino Cupids carve out a distinctive space in the Croatian rock underground.
Rock, Alternative
Gradske Bitange are an alternative rock band from Valpovo, Croatia, formed in 2018. Emerging from the Superval scene, they are considered one of its more long-standing acts, with several singles and numerous live performances behind them, including a notable appearance at INmusic Festival 2022.
Rock, Alternative, Experimental
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.
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, Indie, Electropop
Ischariotzcky is a Croatian indie/electropop project led by Joško Klarić, evolving from a solo studio project in Brela into a full band after their 2017 breakthrough at Demofest. Their sound blends electronic production with acoustic instrumentation, combining contemporary and traditional elements into a distinctive, genre-fluid style.
Hip-hop, Rap
Pendrek is a Croatian rapper, host, organizer and hip-hop activist from Dubrava, Zagreb. Active on the local hip-hop scene for many years, he is known not only for his music but also for his involvement in building and supporting the community around the culture.
Hardcore, Punk
Nula is a hardcore punk band from Šibenik, Croatia, notable within the early Croatian underground scene. They recorded their influential material in the early 1990s under difficult wartime conditions, performing and recording “literally underground.”
Rock, Blues, Country
Why The Kulash? There are two reasons; in the nineties, the word was used in the slang of American kids as a threat to the generally accepted term "cool", and in addition, the singer and songwriter of the group is called Ivan Kulaš. Interesting coincidence.
Pop, Rock, Indie
Kensington Lima is a Zagreb-based rock band formed in 2018, led by songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist Josip Radić, also known for his work in other bands. Their debut album May (2018) blends rock’n’roll, americana, acoustic folk, and ambient electronica into a distinctive sound described as “cassette pop,” earning them a Porin nomination for Best New Artist in 2019.
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.
Pop, Singer-songwriter, Ballade
Gentleman is a versatile musician of deep sensibility, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. His songs are difficult to reduce to one dominant genre, they vary in genre depending on the atmosphere and character of the text, from ballads to energetic rock segments with expressive vocal sections
Rock, Alternative, Noise
### (pronounced by hitting a random object three times) is a band best described by instrumental guitar noise, feedback and pulsating lights and rhythms. Notorious in the Balkan underground for their DIY approach while avoiding an ordinary course of things.
Pop, Dream pop, Synth-pop
Luul is a Croatian indie music project led by musician Ivan Lulić, emerging from a shift toward a more personal and introspective solo expression. Originally conceived after the end of his previous band, Luul began as an instrumental project before evolving into a fully realized songwriting outlet shaped by autobiographical themes and emotional storytelling.
Rock
LEI is a Croatian rock band from Rijeka, formed in 2020 as a three-piece focused on original songwriting. The band consists of Mauro Budak (vocals, guitar), Denis Šerer (drums), and Ivan Banović (bass). With a strong emphasis on authenticity and guitar-driven energy, LEI are considered part of a new generation of Rijeka rock bands continuing the city’s rich musical legacy.
Pop, Indie
Luce, the stage name of Lucija Ćustić, is a Croatian singer-songwriter who has spent nearly a decade building a recognizable presence on the regional music scene with her distinctive voice and emotionally driven songwriting.
Rock, Jazz, Electronica, Space
Chui are an up-and-coming young quartet from Croatia that has developed its own rather unique take on jazz. Their all-star line-up brings together four of the top cats on the Croatian scene: Toni Starešinić – keyboards & electonica, Vojkan Jocić – sax & electronica , Ivan Levačić – drums, Konrad Lovrenčić - bass.
Rock, Psychedelic, Krautrock
The Čakovec-based trio Zagušljivi dim (“The Suffocating Smoke”) finds inspiration in the worlds around and within us. Their music is a mantra-like musical journey, aimed at exploring the wondrous, the eerie, the unknown, and the mysterious.
Jazz, World Music, Nu jazz
Pop, Rock
Over two decades of activity, Vatra have released several successful albums, won numerous awards, and continuously evolved their sound while remaining true to their recognizable style. Known for strong live performances and relatable lyrics, they remain one of Zagreb’s most enduring and popular modern rock bands.
Pop, Rock
Influenced by artists such as Chris Cornell and Eddie Vedder, Vinko brings a raw, heartfelt quality to his music, balancing power and vulnerability. Continuing to evolve as a performer and songwriter, he remains one of the most authentic and expressive new artists on the regional rock scene.
