Magazin is the sonic embodiment of the Dalmatian coast, blending polished European pop with the melodic DNA of the Balkans. Their sound is defined by bright, shimmering synthesizers, acoustic guitar strums that mimic the sea, and a succession of iconic female vocalists who bring a mix of vulnerability and powerhouse energy to every track. It is music that feels both timeless and deeply rooted in a specific geography, capturing the essence of Mediterranean life.
What makes them truly distinctive is the 'Huljić touch', a songwriting style that seamlessly integrates traditional folk motifs into a modern pop framework. This creates a unique tension between sophisticated studio production and the raw, emotional pull of regional folk music. Whether they are delivering a high-energy dance track or a sweeping, cinematic ballad, there is always a underlying sense of 'dišpet' (defiance) and 'fjaka' (relaxed melancholy) that is uniquely Croatian.
To understand their legacy, start with the late 80s and 90s eras. 'Put putujem' is an essential anthem that showcases their ability to write melodies that stay in the collective consciousness for decades. For a more modern, high-gloss experience, their work with Jelena Rozga in the late 90s and early 2000s defines the peak of Croatian dance-pop.
Magazin is a Croatian pop band from Split. Founded in 1979 under the name Dalmatinski magazin ("Dalmatian Magazine" in Croatian), the band quickly began to make a mark on local pop music festivals with its songs influenced by Dalmatian folk music. One of the most prominent bands in Yugoslavia and one of the longest lasting, with 45 years active in the music industry in Croatia and former Yugoslavia. The band currently consists of lead vocalist Lorena Bućan, guitarist Željko Baričić and bass guitarist Nenad "Keko" Vesanović. Baričić is the only active founding member even though Vesanović featured on every album to date.
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Shares traditional pop, disco, dance-pop (subgenres); studio polished, analog warmth, orchestral arrangement (production style)
Shares traditional pop, dance-pop, disco (subgenres); studio polished, orchestral arrangement (production style)
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