Marko Perković Thompson has announced the lineup of his band that will accompany him at the big concert at the Zagreb Hipodrom on July 5th. After drummer Ivica Bilić left the band after 19 years of collaboration, the new lineup includes experienced musicians such as Ivan Ivanković and Ante Padovan on electric guitars, Petar Buljan on acoustic guitar, Mario Klarić on drums, Ante Jurinović on bass guitar, and Branimir Mihaljević and Branimir Jovanovac on keyboards. All members have extensive experience in the domestic and regional music scene, with some having worked on Eurovision hits. This new lineup will accompany Thompson at his concert which has already set a record in ticket sales.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning sources tend to focus on the professional and artistic aspects of the new band lineup, highlighting the musicians’ experience and contributions to the music scene, as well as the cultural significance of the concert. They may also mention the controversies surrounding Thompson but focus on the music and the event itself.
Center: Center-leaning sources report the facts about the new band members and the upcoming concert, emphasizing the record-breaking ticket sales and the professional credentials of the musicians. They provide balanced coverage without delving deeply into political or cultural controversies.
Right: Right-leaning sources emphasize the loyalty and long-term collaboration of the band members with Thompson, portraying the new lineup as a continuation of a strong musical tradition. They may highlight Thompson’s patriotic themes and the significance of the concert as a major cultural event.