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.
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.
Pop, Rock, Alternative, Singer-songwriter
Rock, Jazz, World Music
Truth ≠ Tribe is a group emerging out of the vibrant Zagreb alternative scene. The band was formed in 2018 and was inspired by African and Balkan rhythms and the music springing from the alternative scene, rock, electronics and contemporary jazz.
Rock, psychedelic
Acid Hags is an instrumental trio from Croatia formed in 2016, known for their fusion of progressive rock, psychedelia, and stoner-inspired heaviness. The band features Aleksandar Vrhovec on guitar and synth, Borna Ilić on bass, and Relja Kekez on drums. Their sound is marked by complex rhythms, atmospheric textures, and bold experimentation that defies genre boundaries.
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.
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.
Stoner, Doom, Sludge
Wizard of Stone Mountain is a doom/stoner metal band from Split, Croatia, formed in 2004. Their heavy sound blends elements of doom, sludge and psychedelic rock, drawing inspiration from classic stoner bands and desert metal atmospheres.
Pop, Rock, Indie, Acoustic, Looper
VOADO is an acoustic looper pop rock energetic indie solo act. Self-taught musician, and composer. A minimalist, a plant, a Nomad.
Indie, Folk, Punk, Acoustic
Billie Joan is an acoustic-punk songstress from Croatia. Following the break up of her first band in 2010, Billie started to play and write songs on her own in 2013, playing at demo festivals for unpublished artists.
Progressive, Post-rock, Psychedelic
Ambasador is a genre-defying instrumental band that isn't too concerned with trying to fit into any category or style. We play music that we find exciting to play and then to listen to.
Meditation music, Relaxing music
Rock, Progressive, Psychedelic
World Music
Veja is a Croatian world music band. It’s focused on researching Istrian traditional folk music and performing the same in more modern arrangements by using various traditional instruments from all over the world.
Experimental, Dub
Waitapu is a psychedelic dub band from Čakovec, Croatia. Their sound mixes heavy basslines, distorted guitars and electronic textures into deep, atmospheric tracks that evoke tribal and futuristic moods.
Pop, Rock
Démodé is a young Croatian retro‑pop band formed by long‑time friends who grew up together and share a love of music. They describe themselves as a collective and their name reflects an interest in “retro” sounds and old‑school elements, which they blend with modern pop ideas.
Trap
Buntai is a contemporary hip-hop collective from Zagreb, Croatia, known for combining modern production and sharp lyrics with strong live performances. Buntai stands out as one of the fresh voices in Croatian hip-hop, combining modern beats, authentic storytelling and strong performance style.
Rock, Punk, Metal, Heavy
EoT is alter punk rock heavy band from Karlovac/Croatia formed in 2015. In a very short period of time in the line up: Maja Kolarić (vocals / bass guitar), Boris Kolarić (guitar / vocals) and Goran Glavač (drums /vocals) gained popularity throughout the region with numerous energetic performances
Alternative, Acoustic, Singer-songwriter
