GRŠE
Hip-hop, Rap, Trap
Grše is one of the leading figures of the new generation of Croatian hip-hop. Blending trap and hardcore rap, he has built a strong presence on the regional scene with a raw, street-driven sound.
DORINGO
World Music, Fusion, Instrumental, Surf Rock
Doringo is an instrumental rock group from Zagreb known for a sound that blends rock, jazz and world music. Doringo has performed at various venues and events, and their evolving lineup and stylistic range position them as an original presence on Croatia’s instrumental and progressive music scene.
MAYALES
Pop, Folk, Bedroom pop, Country
The Mayales group has existed since 1993, since then it has been developing its authentic author's signature, awarded with dozens of nominations and awards. The authors of the group continue to actively experiment with their lavish musical expression, production, arrangement, and performance challenges.
MR. LEE & IVANESKY
Indie, Alternative
Mr. Lee & IvaneSky are a Croatian experimental music duo formed by Ivanka Mazurkijević and Damir Martinović Mrle. Both established artists in their own right, Ivanka through her work with Stampedo and Mrle as a key member of Let 3, joined forces to create a boundary-pushing project that blends music, performance, and theater.
DUNJALUK
Folk, World Music, Experimental
Dunjaluk is a band from Zagreb that performs songs from the sevdah tradition. It was founded at the end of 2019 by Dunja Bahtijarević (vocals) and Luka Čapeta (electric guitar). Dunjaluk seeks the universal within tradition that still resonates today and translates it into a modern musical expression.
PETRALE
Death Metal, Black Metal, Avant-garde
Petrale is a Croatian one-man black metal project. The music is written and recorded entirely by a single musician who performs all instruments and handles production.
CRI ORCHESTRA
Experimental, Free Jazz
CRI Orchestra is a contemporary Croatian ensemble founded by composer and double bassist Vedran Ružić. The orchestra brings together musicians from jazz, classical, and experimental backgrounds, focusing on original compositions that explore collective improvisation, structured freedom, and orchestral sound textures.
MARINADA
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.
DENIS RAZZ
Jazz
Denis Razumović Razz is a Croatian jazz musician from Rijeka, best known as an alto-saxophonist, composer and long-time presence on the Croatian jazz scene. He started out as a self-taught musician and, despite working various non-musical jobs early on, remained committed to jazz and the bebop tradition throughout his career.
PARAF
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.
LHD
Alternative, Garage Rock, Surf Rock
LHD is a Croatian instrumental rock trio formed in Sisak by three veteran musicians: Lada Furlan Zaborac (bass), Hrvoje Zaborac (drums), and Dinko Tomljanović (guitar). The band was created after the dissolution of the internationally acclaimed surf rock group The Bambi Molesters, in which all three members had previously played, continuing their long-standing collaboration under a new name.
URBAN & 4
Rock, Art rock
Urban & 4 is a Croatian rock band led by singer and author Damir Urban. The band grew out of Urban’s solo work and quickly became one of the most respected live acts in the region.
BOSAK & THE SECOND HAND BAND
Rock, Blues, Country
Bosak & The Second Hand Band (BSHB) is a southern rock/rock'n'roll band from Zagreb, Croatia. A band that lives and plays their music straight from the heart with only one goal: to reach the hearts of listeners and take them by the hand on a journey through the band's infinite stories.
CORTEX THRILL
Electronic, House, Trance
Cortex Thrill are one of the pioneers of electronic music in Croatia from 1990. Since the early 90's, and for more than 3 decades, they have championed their sound across Europe, gaining the affection of a nation and amassing an army of fans.
BUNTAI
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.
MAGUL
Alternative
Magul is an alternative rock band from Šibenik, Croatia, formed in 2015 as a new project by musician Ante Prgin. From the outset, the band established a distinctive sound that blends elements of funk rock, post-rock, and experimental influences, often drawing loose comparisons to acts like Faith No More.
BENSTON
Rock, Disco
Described as “a new sound for our scene,” Benston upends expectations with its playful cosmic aesthetic and solid musical craftsmanship. The project invites listeners on a journey where afro grooves meet post-punk attitude and dance-floor energy.
DOGMA
Pop, Rock, Alternative
Dogma is an indie funk-rock band from Pula, Croatia, formed in 1995. Their music blends elements of funk, punk, electronic sounds and rock, creating an energetic style that has evolved over more than 30 years of activity.
INSOLATE
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.
MIRO KADOIĆ
Jazz
Miro Kadoić was born in Zagreb, Croatia. He graduated from the Academy of Music at the University of Zagreb, earning the title of an academic musician. He began his professional music career in the 1980s, performing with blues bands such as Podroom Blues Band and collaborating with pop-rock artists including Massimo Savić and Parni Valjak.
CROOKS & STRAIGHTS
Country
Crooks & Straights from Rijeka, Croatia, were founded in October 1999. An American Internet music magazine titled “Saving Country Music”, singled out “Crooks & Straights” as one of Europe’s ten coolest country bands.
MAVI KAN
Pop
Mavi Kan is a Zagreb-based ethno-fusion/world music group formed in 2007 with strong Bosnian musical roots. They first released their acclaimed debut album OrnaMental in the same year, followed by the album Kao Sarajevo in 2012, blending traditional sevdah and Balkan folk with elements of jazz, smooth jazz and contemporary production.
VEDRAN RUŽIĆ
Jazz
Vedran Ružić is a Croatian visual artist and jazz musician known for integrating music and visual art. Ružić has performed with prominent Croatian musicians and released several original jazz albums.
MALIŠA BAHAT
Hardcore, Punk, Screamo
Mališa Bahat is a Croatian screamo band formed in 2015, emerging from the underground scenes of Varaždin and Koprivnica. Built on shared musical tastes and long-standing friendships, the band quickly developed a raw and emotional sound rooted in screamo, hardcore, and punk influences.
ZSA ZSA
Pop, R&B
Her musical style is characterized by a smooth vocal tone, influences from soul and contemporary pop, and lyrics that often explore love, self-discovery and emotional authenticity. Over the years, Zsa Zsa has released a string of successful singles and maintained a strong presence in the Croatian music scene, positioning herself as one of the notable young female voices of her generation.
KI KLOP
Pop, Electronic, Disco
Ki Klop is a disco-pop band from Zagreb, Croatia, known for their dance-oriented, modern indie pop sound with elements of electro disco and soft rock. Their energetic shows combine strong rhythm sections, danceable grooves and engaging vocal delivery, making them a notable presence within the alternative and club scene.
