DEAD DOG SUMMER
Hardcore, Punk, Screamo, Post-hardcore, Emo
Dead Dog Summer is a post-hardcore band from Cakovec, Croatia, formed at the end of 2020 after several years of the members' break from playing in various bands
NIKITA
Pop
Nikita Ivošević (Rijeka, October 30, 1969), Croatian singer and actress Nikita, was born in Rijeka. She has released 11 solo albums, recorded music videos, and participated in over 20 festivals. She had over 1000 solo concerts.
MANGROOVE
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.
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.
DOMAGOJ ŠIMEK
Rock, Alternative, Stoner, Acoustic
Domagoj Šimek is a Croatian musician, singer and songwriter best known as the frontman and vocalist of the Zagreb rock band She Loves Pablo and the other project Muscle Tribe Of Danger And Excellence. He has also pursued a solo career, releasing music under his own name that explores different styles from his band work, including acoustic and experimental rock.
SARA RENAR
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.
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.
ZO
Pop, Rock
Known for their energetic performances and youthful take on contemporary music, Zo continue to evolve, releasing new singles and expanding their presence across Croatia and the region.
LU JAKELIĆ
Pop, Rock, Singer-songwriter, Alt-pop
Lu Jakelić (29) is a Croatian singer-songwriter. Lu's debut album "Sve o čemu sam šutjela" reached no.1 on the "Croatian Top of the Shops" chart and kept its place there for 34 executive weeks. Nominated for various awards that year, Lu also earned a PORIN (biggest Croatian music industry award) nomination.
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.
CURA I DEČKO
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.
MY BUDDY MOOSE
Rock, Indie, Americana
My Buddy Moose are an indie-americana/rock band from Rijeka, Croatia, formed in 2004 and active ever since. They began with demos in the early 2000s and have since released several albums, building a reputation as one of the best “small” bands in the region.
KENSINGTON LIMA
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.
TONOTA
Electronic, Experimental
Producer and musician Ivona Eterović, artistic name tonota, began her musical journey in the electronic rap duo Playground Hustle, after which she started working independently, expanding the genre boundaries of her musical expression.
VEJA
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.
MBURNS
Progressive, Metalcore, Death Metal
MBurns is a metal band from Rijeka/Zagreb (Croatia) formed in 2006. So far, they made appearances on numerous occasions, including domestic and foreign shows, festivals and tours.
NIPPLEPEOPLE
Electronic, Synth-pop
Nipplepeople are a Croatian electropop/electronic music duo formed in 2008 in Zagreb. They are known for performing masked and anonymous, keeping their identities private so that music remains the focus.
KRIS
Electropop, Synth-pop
A young singer-songwriter from Belgrade, kris, is emerging on the regional scene. Her musical journey began with the support of Petar Wagner (Fantom), and she later continued collaborating with Croatian band pocket palma in the lead-up to her upcoming EP.
BALTAZAR
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.
ONE PIECE PUZZLE
Rock, Metal, Industrial
One Piece Puzzle is an influential rock/alternative band from Rijeka, Croatia, formed in 2001. Known for their raw energy, aggressive riffs and provocative live performances, the group quickly made a name for themselves on the Croatian alternative scene.
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.
MATT SHAFT
Pop, Electropop
Matt Shaft (real name Matej Magdić) is a Croatian singer-songwriter and violinist based in Zagreb. Known for his street performances and growing online presence, he creates music that blends pop and electropop with a distinctive instrumental identity.
Sleepyheads
Pop, Rock, Indie, Alternative
Sleepyheads are four-piece band that draws its influences equally from those moments that made us love guitar music from the nineties, as well as from the modern trends of the 2000s and 2010s
LAWRENCE KLEIN
Electronic
Lawrence Klein is a Croatian DJ and producer known for his explorative style and ability to adapt to any crowd while maintaining a signature sound. Named one of the Top 15 World DJs by Burn Residency, he has performed across Croatia and internationally, including Istanbul, Ibiza, and on Ibiza Sonica radio.
FANAA
Rock, Progressive, Indie, Alternative
FANAA is a full-on alternative rock band from the rock capital city of Croatia - Rijeka. Their recognizable rock sound, unique style, on-stage improvisations, and poetic lyrics always leave the audience wanting more.
