DUBIOZA KOLEKTIV

(BA)

Amidst the wreckage and post-war desolation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a group of friends decided that their answer to the future would be offered in the form of music. Under extraordinary circumstances, Dubioza Kolektiv emerged in 2003, becoming a revolutionary musical force in the midst of a landscape marked by economic stagnation and cultural oppression.

With an eclectic fusion of genres ranging from ska to punk, reggae to hip-hop, Dubioza Kolektiv challenges musical and social boundaries with music loaded with groove and messages. Their self-titled debut album in 2004 was a milestone, revitalizing their country's music scene with an energy not felt since pre-war times. Albums like "Dubnamite" and "Firma Illegal" boldly confronted nationalism and social injustice, rising as a voice of resistance in a region still under reconstruction. With the support of prominent figures like Faith No More's Bill Gould, the band garnered international acclaim with concerts across Europe and North America. Songs like "Kažu" from the album "Apsurdistan" became anthems of rebellion heard worldwide.

Their latest album, "Agrikultura," dives into urgent issues of modern agriculture and the future of food in an increasingly digitalized world. Far from the bright lights of mainstream culture, Dubioza Kolektiv remains true to their roots, advocating a message of hope and resistance in times of uncertainty.