Photo: © Dino Pitoski
Photos: © PUURliedjes Wouter
With the following solo indie artist, I represent you a new country: Croatia! "The Republic of Croatia is a country in Central/ Southeast Europe, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. It borders Slovenia to the northwest, Hungary to the northeast, Serbia to the east, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro to the southeast, and shares a maritime border with Italy to the west." Reference: Wikipedia
Back story
Dino Pitoski is a Croatian singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He began composing with keyboards and vocals at a young age and later explored grunge, doom metal, and progressive rock, mastering guitar, bass, and drums along the way.
His musical and academic journey took him across Europe, enriching both his songwriting and production skills. Now based between Croatia and the Netherlands, he continues to create and record, collaborating with renowned musicians from Croatia and the U.S.
The Morning Cigarette
His latest album, The Morning Cigarette, released in January, 2025, showcases his diverse influences and matured artistry. Featuring an impressive lineup of guest musicians including renowned Croatian drummer Marko Lazarić and internationally acclaimed artists such as Jon Evans, bassist for Tori Amos, and Matt Johnson, drummer for the late Jeff Buckley, this album is a must-listen."
Be sure to check it out!
© Dino Pitoski