Larao is a Slovenian singer-songwriter known for her emotive alternative pop sound. She gained attention with singles like “all i can do” and “no rules,” and released the Live Session EP in December 2024, featuring tracks such as “passenger seat” and “trouble.” Her music blends introspective lyrics with atmospheric arrangements, establishing her as a rising voice in Slovenia’s indie scene. 

Laren Polič Zdravič is a Slovenian composer, music producer, guitarist, and pianist. Born in 1986 in Ljubljana, he creates electronic and instrumental music for theatre, film, and media. He holds degrees in marketing, audio engineering, and music for screen. Notable works include the musical Turandot and albums like Hypnagogia. His music is featured in major Slovenian theatres and on platforms like SoundCloud and Bandcamp.

Composer Larisa Vrhunc devotes her time to spectral music and regularly takes part in composition competitions. She is assistant professor of music theory at the University of Ljubljana’s Faculty of Arts (Department of Musicology).

Formerly a Sokol Society Gymnastic Club (Sokolski dom) dating from 1933, the Cultural Centre’s imposing building was renovated in 1993. The repurposed venue hosts a variety of concerts, theatre, opera and ballet performances whilst also catering to young audiences. Location: Laško

Layer House – a house of artists – is a cultural and social hub of the capital of Gorenjska region. It is situated in the town centre of Kranj, next to the Škrlovec Tower and close to the Khislstein Castle. The house and its surroundings have invigorated Tomšič Street, turning the area into a lively cultural quarter. The venue’s vibrant atmosphere is fuelled by art, music, creativity, education and a pleasant café all year round. Location: Kranj

Lazaro Amed Hierrezuelo Zumeta is a Cuban-born musician and percussionist based in Slovenia. Known for his dynamic performances and cross-genre collaborations, he has worked with artists like Big Band RTV Slovenija, Tanja Žagar, Miron and Stjepan Hauser. Zumeta has released tracks such as “Afera” and “Številka 3 (Remix)”, and “Gremo se kopat”.

The rock band from Kranj Le Serpentine blends alternative 1980’s music, indie rock, dream pop and post punk. Their unique sound finds its expression in Slovene lyrics.

Leila Aleksandra Jelić began her musical journey as a backing vocalist on Jadranka Juras’ album Sakura. In 2010, her song Ti si was selected for the Val010 compilation (Val 202). As the leader of Leila & Don’t Quit the Band, she created the project Kjer je sonce doma. Since 2020, she has been exploring a new musical chapter with Peter Penko. She sees pop music as an artistic aesthetic and also works as a poet, film producer, publicist, and TV host.

Lelee, the trans-Balkan indie rock trio formed in 2020, has quickly cemented its position as one of the leading names on the wider regional indie scene. Their distinctive fusion of 1980s Yugoslav new wave, 1990s indie and slacker rock sensibilities, and Adriatic flair makes them one of the most vibrant and memorable acts today. Following their critically acclaimed debut ‘Čuka bije pumpa’, Lelee returns with a fresh dose of original music on their new album ‘Mora malo u crveno’ (Moonlee Records). Bursting with infectious choruses and raw energy, their sound radiates sincerity and collective enthusiasm, a defiant response to the grey undertones of modern life.

Lenart De Bock is a Slovenian saxophonist and composer, born on January 26, 1998. He completed his bachelor’s degree in jazz saxophone at the University of Performing Arts in Graz, Austria, in June 2022. Throughout his career, Lenart has collaborated with notable jazz musicians, including Jim Rotondi, Rick Margitza, and Dick Oatts. He co-leads the trio Soothsayer, is a member of the collective Zhlehtet, and has recently formed his own quintet. In May 2023, he released the album “Mladi Raziskovalci IV. Steps.” Lenart has performed internationally, including participating in a series of activities in Brasília and São Paulo in May 2024.