Zablujena generacija is a Slovenian punk rock band from Idrija, formed in 1994. Influenced by Ramones and Sex Pistols, they gained popularity with albums like Fajht (1997), Pank zabloda (1998), and Pozitiv vabrejšan (2001), the latter achieving gold status. Known for energetic performances and socially charged lyrics, they participated in EMA 2007, placing third. In 2023, they resumed performing after the passing of guitarist Matjaž “Ramon” Alič.

Zajtrk is a Slovenian ethno-chanson duo formed by violinist and vocalist Laura Krajnc and guitarist/vocalist Sven Horvat. Their music blends folk, ethno, cabaret, chanson, jazz, and rock into a strong alternative singer-songwriter expression. Known for theatrical performances and Slovenian lyrics rich in social critique and storytelling, they emphasize artistic autonomy and a DIY approach outside of mainstream music.

zalagasper is a Slovenian musical project from Maribor, initially formed in 2018 as a duo by vocalist Zala Kralj and multi-instrumentalist Gašper Šantl. They gained international recognition representing Slovenia at Eurovision 2019 with the song “Sebi,” finishing 15th. Their music blends indie pop, lo-fi, and minimalistic styles. In 2023, Zala Kralj left the project to pursue university studies, and Gašper Šantl continues Zalagasper as a solo act.

Zevin's music resonates with the story she is trying to tell. A DIY pop visionary, she gained a lot of traction on the Balkan scene with her singular self-directed videos for the songs “Kroz okean” (released at the early age of 16) and “Njam njam”. One of the rare hyperpop-adjacent regional artists, she regularly collaborates with the producer Dvided21, playing with styles and experimenting with unconventional mixtures of sounds. Devin’s driving force is her mission to improve the music industry in the Balkans and create a more unique scene.

A collective led by Slovenian pianist, composer and producer Rok Zalokar, while Zhlehtet exists in different lineups, it possesses a recognisable electroacuoustic sound. Rising from the spiritual jazz tradition, the band released a critically acclaimed series of albums, the surreal studio collage Toyomi and live album Celica, followed by the critics’ favourite, Portals Vol. 1. The 2023 release Poletje Loops features a selection of live recordings inspired both by jazz clubs and psytrance festivals. Their latest releases include Podhod, Portals Vol. 2 and Vrt. The common thread of their live shows and albums is the channeling the specific energy of an evening, making each performance unique.

Rapper Zlatko started out as a freestyler. His first appearance on the Slovenian music scene dates to 2007. With his positive outlook and rhyme-spitting talent, he has become one of the most beloved hip hop artists in the country.

Illustrious musician Zlatko Kaučič has asserted himself across jazz and improvised music landscapes as one of Slovenia’s most prominent and agile percussionists. He performs with some of the world’s foremost names in music, is mentor to different musicians and leads Kombo, a line-up of young artists who attended his workshops.

The Slovenian rock pop band Zmelkoow, established in 1992, distinguishes itself for its unusual lyrics, ranging from sarcasm to morbidity.

Zoran Predin has made a name for himself as a solo performer – an acclaimed singer-songwriter and chansonnier – as well as frontman of the New Wave/rock group Lačni Franz. He has achieved distinction throughout the territory of former Yugoslavia.

Zvèn is a music enthusiast, DJ, record collector and member of the Cosmic Sex collective, who in the last few years has established himself as one of the most promising representatives of the young generation of Slovene DJs. His selections branch out into various genres in search of common ground between old and new aesthetics, building bridges between psychedelia and euphoria. In addition to club music, he is also passionate about the regional musical heritage, especially ex-Yu and East European jazz, folk and rock. His dynamic sets are based on a colourful selection of dance music, from the instrumental masterpieces of yesterday to the club bangers of tomorrow.