Indie, Alternative
Lovorka Sršen is a Croatian musician, singer, and songwriter best known as the frontwoman of the indie rock band Punčke, one of the most prominent acts of the regional alternative scene in the 2010s. With Punčke, she gained recognition for her raw vocal delivery, emotionally charged performances, and a DIY ethos that resonated strongly with a new generation of listeners.
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.
Dvornykova is part of a new wave of artists reshaping the house scene, blending the timeless spirit of ‘80s and ‘90s dance music with a fresh, contemporary edge. Her sound is driven by uplifting grooves, melodic textures, and an instinctive connection to the emotional core of each track.
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.
Rock
M.O.R.T. is an uncompromising punk-blues band from Sinj, (Croatia) with intense sound and unrestrained live performances. The band was founded by three friends, John, Zvrk, and Kikos, in the autumn of 2003.
Pop, Punk
Proleter is a Croatian pop-punk band from Zagreb, formed in 2012. The group consists of Antonio (vocals, guitar), Roland (bass), and Tin (drums), and emerged from a shared love of classic pop-punk influences such as Blink-182 and Green Day.
Pop, Rock, Dream pop
Medium Soft Cat is a solo project of Koprivnica-based musician Lovro Kocijan, emerging as a distinctive new voice on the Croatian pop scene. His debut EP Like Lake Life presents a thoughtful and carefully crafted approach, blending catchy, exotic pop melodies with psychedelic textures and layered instrumentation.
Alternative, Punk, Bedroom pop
Pop, Rock
BETI is a Croatian music project launched in 2020 by Natali Dizdar together with members of the band Mayales. Their sound was conceived as a departure from their usual musical identities, aiming for a freer expression that blends pop, rock-funk and touches of electronic textures.
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, 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.
Rock, Punk, Oi
Šank?! is a Zagreb‑based street punk rock band formed in 2010 by four friends, Alen Rakić, Ivan Mrkoci, Dinko Deumić, and Bojan Mišćin, who came up through the local punk, oi!, hardcore, and rock scene in the ex‑Yugoslav region.
Rock, Indie, Alternative
Ti, ja i moja mama is a Croatian indie pop band formed in Zagreb in 2015 by members of the band U pol’ 9 kod Sabe together with guitarist Sandra Sobočanec. The band’s music blends melodic indie pop with thoughtful, emotionally expressive lyrics that reflect on living life on one’s own terms, even when it feels difficult.
Ethno
Dunja Knebl is a folk singer. Although she began singing in public at the age of 47 (in 1993), she has released 23 albums to date, interpreting forgotten or nearly-forgotten folk songs from Croatia and other countries.
Rock
Tight Grips is a rock trio formed in the summer of 2014 when they united and recorded their first demo album called "Tight Grips". The recorded material and strong will enabled the band to perform a considerable number of concerts in the region in the coming years.
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.
Electronic
Marina Karamarko is an established presence on the electronic music scene, always playing from the heart with the tendency to spread all over you and into you with a mission to leave you with a full heart before going home. With her unique style and charisma, she instantly won the floor and gained a lot of international interest.
Rock, Psychedelic
Zoran Čalić is a legendary figure in Croatian and regional rock’n’roll, best known as the former guitarist and songwriter for the cult band Majke. After decades of shaping the sound of the local rock scene, he embarked on a solo journey with his newly formed project, Zoran Čalić Band.
Trap
2 Kitice are a Croatian duo made up of Iggy Biznis (Igor Glodić) and Džoni Paranoja (Nikša Modrić). They started out as frustrated law students who decided to quit their studies, buy a camera, and begin creating comedy videos on YouTube.
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.
Jazz, Folk, Blues, Americana
Mary May is a powerhouse band from Croatia, stemming from the alternative music scene of the capital town, Zagreb. They play original singer-songwriter music rooted in folk americana, blues, jazz and rock, but with their own twist.
Indie, Alternative
Irena Žilić is a Croatian musician steadily growing in popularity and garnering international recognition. She entered the music scene by shy self-publishing her first recordings as the "Days of Innocence" EP at the end of 2012.
Rock, Progressive
From Another Mother, the trio is delivering the old-school chaotic “Nirvana, Dillinger Escape Plan“ rock concerts. They are only three but no matter the stage and venue size, they are flying around the place. It is best described as extremely energetic, explosive yet controlled chaos with a friendly vibe.
Rock, Folk, Punk
The path of Ogenj (''Fire'', in old Slavic, Kajkavian languages), now a 5-piece band from Koprivnica, Croatia seems constant and continuous as they are always on the road that leads them to many shows, clubs, and festivals within the region.
Death Metal, Black Metal
Serpentslain is a Croatian melodic death metal band from Zadar, active since 2008. Known for combining aggressive riffing, fast-paced rhythms, and melodic structures, their sound draws on classic old-school metal influences while maintaining a modern edge.
Rock, Rap, Reggae
St!llness is a Croatian collective that began in 1998 as an underground hip-hop duo, later evolving into a full live band with the addition of musicians in 2005. Today, they describe their sound as “tribal roots rock jungle hop”, a fusion of hip-hop, dub, reggae, psychedelia, and controlled noise.
