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| Origin | Umag, Croatia |
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| Years active | 2011–present |
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| Website | manntra |
Manntra is a Croatian rock band from Umag, formed in 2011.[1] After the disbandment of the industrial metal band Omega Lithium, two of its members, Marko Matijević Sekul and Zoltan Lečei, went on to form Manntra.,[2] immediately calling Andrea Kert as a drummer.
Manntra's musical style is characterized by a fusion of traditional Balkan folk music with heavy metal, incorporating elements of electronic music as well. The band often employs traditional instruments such as the sopele, the tamburica and the diple, alongside electric guitars, drums, and keyboards. Their music is notable for its dynamic rhythms, driving guitar riffs, and powerful vocals, often delivered in both Croatian and English. The band's lyrics frequently deal with themes of spirituality, mythology, and personal struggle, which are often drawn from Croatian folklore and history. Overall, Manntra's sound is a unique blend of different styles, creating a distinct and compelling musical identity.[3]
The band gained popularity in Russia, Germany and Austria.[4]
- ^ "Manntra - surov, hladan i energičan balkanski rock bend". muzika.hr (in Croatian). 4 April 2013. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
- ^ "Manntra – novi rock bend članova Omega Lithiuma" [Manntra - new rock band of the Omega Lithium members]. muzika.hr (in Croatian). 27 February 2012. Retrieved 18 January 2019.
- ^ "Marko Matijević Sekul (Manntra): "Na novom albumu išli smo više u metal i industrial"". Glazba.hr (in Croatian). 22 August 2022. Retrieved 18 April 2023.
- ^ "'Rusi nas dobro razumiju, a Nijemci vole Mediteran'" ["Russians understand us well and Germans love Mediterranean"]. 24 Sata - Cafe TV (in Croatian). 23 March 2018. p. 4. Retrieved 21 January 2019.