Music

Musical career

Marina Tomašević is a Croatian singer, songwriter and painter with a distinguished international career spanning more than five decades. Known for her powerful performances, distinctive voice, exceptional energy and direct connection with audiences, she has earned a reputation as a versatile artist and outstanding entertainer.

Her musical beginnings date back to 1975, when, as a member of the young band Tin Tina, she began collaborating with Tomislav Ivčić. This collaboration continued, with occasional breaks, over the decades and became particularly intensive in 1989.

Her early years also include an important collaboration with the Zadar duo Kalelarga – Dražen Grgurević and Matko Segarić. With them she recorded her first album of traditional Dalmatian songs, gave many concerts and toured widely, especially in Canada and the United States.

During the 1980s, as a member of Koncertna direkcija Zagreb (Zagreb Concert Agency), she performed for years across the then Soviet Union. Concerts and tours followed in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and many European countries, including Romania.

Audiences in the diaspora gave her the honorary title “Kraljica fešti” (Queen of Celebrations), in recognition of her energetic performances, the exceptional atmosphere she creates and her ability to bring different generations together.

She remains active on the music scene today, performing, recording new songs and appearing as a welcome guest on radio and television programmes.