FRASHWAVE REVEALS THIS YEAR’S LIVE LINEUP

Freshwave Festival has officially unveiled the live performer lineup for this year’s edition, set to take place from August 6 to 8 at the iconic Kastel Fortress in Banja Luka.

Some of the biggest and most relevant regional acts are heading to the festival stages this summer, including Grše, Buč Kesidi, Zoster, Let 3, Vojko V, Z++, and Elemental.

With the announcement of the live program, Freshwave further confirms this year’s festival concept, “Enter the Nexus,” aimed at connecting different musical genres, generations of festivalgoers, and the diverse energy of the regional music scene. The lineup combines alternative rock, hip-hop, indie sounds, electronic influences, and crossover performers who have helped shape the contemporary regional music landscape for years.

One of the most sought-after regional hip-hop names, Grše, arrives at Kastel following a series of sold-out performances across the region, while Buč Kesidi will bring the signature concert energy that has made them one of the most important bands of the new generation.

Also joining the lineup is Mostar-based Zoster, a band that has secured a special place on the regional scene thanks to its authentic sound and socially engaged lyrics. Alongside them, the legendary Let 3 will once again confirm their reputation as one of the most provocative and energetic live acts in the region.

Festival audiences can also expect performances by Vojko V and Z++, artists who have defined a new era of regional hip-hop and trap music, while Elemental will deliver its recognizable fusion of rap, funk, and socially conscious lyrics.

Freshwave once again highlights the festival’s continuous growth, further expanding its concept this year and positioning itself as a central meeting point for different musical styles, offering visitors a unique experience that goes beyond genre boundaries.

“Nexus represents a point of connection, a place where music, people, and ideas come together. Through this year’s lineup, Freshwave is showcasing exactly that philosophy. We are bringing together artists of different styles and energies with one common goal — to offer the audience an authentic and powerful festival experience,” the organizers said.

They also noted that the live lineup announcement is not yet complete, adding that more major names and additional festival content will be revealed soon.

Founded in 2012, Freshwave Festival has grown into one of the most significant music festivals in Southeast Europe, gathering thousands of visitors from across the region and abroad each year.

Early bird tickets are currently available in limited quantities:

• FESTIVAL TIX – 60 BAM
• FESTIVAL VIP – 90 BAM
• FESTIVAL ON STAGE – 150 BAM

“Entering the Nexus begins this August at Kastel,” the organizers announced.