BALKAN BOYS (Slovenia)

Rok Nemanič Nemo, vocals, trumpet
Andrej Štrekelj, trumpet
Matija Marion, saxophone
Emir Ibrakić, guitar
Žiga Vehovec, accordion
Ilj Pušnik, double bass
Uroš Nemanič, drums

Balkan Boys is a Slovenian band with a Balkan soul. They represent the true meaning and purpose of Balkan music – love, positive energy and good vibes. Their energetic stage performance is a perfect example of what happens when you mix balkan melos with rhythms of the world: rumba, ska, swing, reggae. It’s a unique combination. Energy on the stage, great improvisation and perfected music performance take audiences to a whole new level.

It all began in 2007 when singer and trumpet player Rok Nemanič Nemo first travelled to the heart of Balkan music – Guča Festival. After that he was determined to put together a band of young academic musicians and start a brand new story; something never before seen or heard in Slovenia. Since then, the band shared stages with many famous musicians in both Slovenia and abroad, such as Goran Bregovič, Vlado Kreslin, Dubioza Kolektiv, Lado Bizovičar, Mari Mata Hari, Zlatko, and many others.

Admission free.

Due to the amendments to the decree on the temporary restriction of the cultural services, event may be attended only by persons with a certificate of: recovery of covid-19 (P), vaccination (C) or a negative test result, which must not be older than 48 hours (T). Entry to the event is only possible with a PCT certificate. Certificate is not required for children under the age of 15 who attend the event with close family members or guardians.