Pop, Indie, Alternative
Although kaleido is often categorized as “indie rock,” their sound is far more layered, at once ethereal and raw, blending light jazzy passages with heavy use of fuzz-driven textures. The addition of trumpet and multi-part vocals ties everything into a truly distinctive whole.
Hip-hop, Rap
Krankšvester is a Croatian hip-hop duo from Osijek, formed in 2010 and consisting of 3ki (Davor Miletić) and Sett (Hrvoje Marjanović). The group is widely known for its provocative, explicit, and satirical lyrics, often pushing the boundaries of the regional rap scene.
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, Experimental, Art-disco
Rølø is a live attraction from Split, Croatia. This trio manages to sound like a full dance orchestra because of the use of effects and electronics. Their live concerts are an explosion of fun and dance.
Pop, Acoustic, Singer-songwriter
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, Neo-soul, Funk
Mangroove is composed of a creative tandem of Željka Veverec, Toni Starešinić, Leo Beslać, and Silvio Bočić. with their third album "Sami" released at the end of 2015, confirmed themselves on the scene as one of the best pop bands.
World Music
Kries is a Croatian ethno/world music band formed in Zagreb in 2003 by frontman Mojmir Novaković, following his earlier work with the group Legen. The band is widely recognized for its unique fusion of traditional Croatian folk music with contemporary rock and world music influences.
Synth-pop, Ethno
Đutko is the world's leading agro-pop expert, backed by the ultimate agro-pop machine "Plodovi zemlje".
Pop
Nika Turković is a Croatian singer, songwriter and music producer. She first gained wide attention as a child when she represented Croatia at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2004 with the song “Hej mali”, placing third. Her music blends contemporary pop with electronic elements and emotive lyrics, making her one of Croatia’s prominent young pop artists today.
Trap
Known for his distinctive flow, sharp lyricism, and laid-back yet confident delivery, Yung Bude represents a generation redefining the regional hip-hop sound with modern trap influences and experimental production.
Alternative, Dream pop, Synth-pop, Post-punk
TTI-21 is a Zagreb-based dream pop band known for blending alternative, post-punk, electronic, dance, psychedelic, and indie influences into a distinctive atmospheric sound. Founded by Milan Savić and later joined by Stig Helmer and Béla Reef, the trio combines ambient textures and contemporary production with a strong visual and artistic identity.
Jazz, World Music, Nu jazz
Pop, Indie, Experimental
Sara Renar is a recording and performing artist from Zagreb, Croatia, and is praised as one of the best and bravest Balkan new generation singers – songwriters.
Pop, World Music, Acoustic
Elis Lovrić, known as Istrian Fairy, is a multilingual singer-songwriter and academic actress born in Pula (Istria, Croatia). She became famous by performing her songs in Labinian cakavica - the oldest Croatian dialect.
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.
Jazz
Zvjezdan Ružić is a celebrated Croatian jazz pianist, composer and educator, born in Rijeka on 21 June 1988. He earned his diploma in jazz piano in 2013 from the Kärntner Landeskonservatorium in Austria, having also studied with notable artists such as Emil Spányi and David Gazarov.
Punk, Swing, Ska
Justin’s Johnson is a ska-punk/rock band from Split, Croatia, known for their energetic brass-driven sound that blends elements of ska, punk, swing, and rock. They have been active since the early 2000s and have built a reputation through numerous live performances across Croatia and the region.
Pop, World Music
Aklea Neon is a Croatian singer-songwriter and producer whose music blends Afro-soul, ethno-beats, and world-music influences into a unique sonic journey. Often described as a “travelling musician,” she draws inspiration from nature, global cultures, and personal growth. Through her one-woman-band setup, Aklea combines live looping, layered vocals, and organic instruments to create immersive performances full of warmth and energy.
Rock
White on White is a rock project from Rijeka, Croatia, led by songwriter-vocalist Marko Rogić. White on White stand out for balancing earnest songwriting with rock energy, making music that both invites mood and moves the listener.
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, 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.
Rock, Jazz, Funk
Their music fuses funk, alternative rock, and elements of jazz and electronic influences into a dynamic, rhythm-focused style, often described as “schizo-funk.” By choosing an instrumental approach, Sfumato emphasize musical expression and interplay over vocals, making their sound accessible beyond language barriers.
Hip-hop, Rap, Electronic, Funk
Koolade is a Croatian hip-hop, electronic, and urban music producer from Zagreb, active since the late 1990s. He is widely recognized as one of the key figures in establishing hip-hop as a mainstream genre in Croatia and the wider Balkan region through his work within the Blackout collective.
Pop
Fluentes is a pop-rock band from Đakovo, Croatia, formed in 2004 by Goran Bošković and Andrej Car. Recognized for its pop-rock sound infused with elements of EDM, disco, and soft pop, they combine their uplifting musical expression with authentic live performances.
Pop, World Music
Nina Kraljić is a Croatian singer-songwriter and voice actress. Her work includes both contemporary pop and more personal songwriting, and she remains one of Croatia’s most prominent vocalists of her generation.
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
