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DECAPITATED in Zagreb – 30 Years of the Band! Support: E.N.D. & CRYPTIFY

Močvara | Zagreb | 07.06.2026. 19:00

19:00 Doors
19:30 Cryptify
20:25 E.N.D.
21:30 Decapitated

Polish death metal giants Decapitated celebrate 30 years as a band and return to Zagreb. They are coming back to Močvara, which they sold out two years ago.

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Decapitated celebrate 30 years of the band in Zagreb

Polish death metal giants Decapitated are celebrating 30 years of the band. They return to Zagreb’s Močvara, which they sold out two years ago.

The concert will take place on Sunday, June 7. The audience can expect a night of brutal groove, technical precision, and timeless death metal classics.


Concert Details

Date, venue and tickets

📅 Date: Sunday, June 7
📍 Venue: Močvara, Zagreb

🎫 Early bird: €26 (sold out)
🎫 Presale: €30
🎫 At the door: €35 (if available)

🎟️ Tickets: Hangtime web
🏷️ Physical tickets: Dirty Old Shop

Decapitated in Zagreb attracts fans of death metal. It also draws those who enjoy technical riffing and powerful live performances.


Death metal classics live

The audience will hear some of the most important songs from the band’s career. These include “Spheres of Madness”, “Homo Sum”, “Earth Scar”, and “Iconoclast”.

These tracks helped define the genre. They also cemented Decapitated’s status as a key band in the European death metal scene.


Support bands from Croatia

Joining Decapitated on stage will also be the Zadar-based band E.N.D., who recently achieved major success by winning a competition slot to perform at the legendary Wacken Open Air festival.

They will be joined by Zagreb death metal band Cryptify, one of the new names on the local underground scene, attracting attention with their old school approach and raw energy.

Both bands are increasingly being recognized as some of the most exciting names on the Croatian metal scene, and performing alongside Decapitated will be a great opportunity for the Zagreb audience to experience them live.


Why this concert is special

This anniversary marks 30 years of the band. It brings a strong overview of their career.

Their return to Močvara follows a sold-out show. This raises expectations for the upcoming concert.

Their performances are known for precision and energy. The sound is uncompromising and intense.


Conclusion

Decapitated in Zagreb brings a night dedicated to 30 years of the band. It highlights key moments from their career.

The concert on June 7 will be a powerful live experience for all death metal fans.

They sold out Močvara last time. It is smart to secure your tickets in advance.


Decapitated – Polish death metal leaders of precision and groove

Who Are Decapitated

Decapitated is one of the most important and influential bands on the European death metal scene. The band was formed in 1996 in Krosno, Poland. Even as teenagers, they quickly gained global attention.

Their debut album “Winds of Creation” is still considered one of the most impressive first releases in the genre. From the start, they stood out with a mix of technical precision, brutality and groove.


Rise on the global metal scene

Albums such as “Nihility”, “The Negation” and “Organic Hallucinosis” strengthened their position worldwide. Over the years, the band built a reputation as one of the most intense live acts in death metal.

Extensive touring across Europe and the United States made Decapitated synonymous with precise and energetic performances.


Break and new chapter

In 2007, the band faced tragedy with the death of drummer Witold “Vitek” Kiełtyka. After this, Decapitated paused their activity.

Their return in 2009 marked a new chapter. The band continued to evolve their sound. Later albums such as “Carnival Is Forever”, “Blood Mantra” and “Anticult” introduced a more modern, groove-focused approach.


Collaborations and influence

Throughout their career, Decapitated has shared the stage with major acts such as Slayer, Meshuggah and Lamb of God. This confirmed their status as a key band in the global metal scene.

Guitarist Wacław “Vogg” Kiełtyka is the central figure of the band. He has also performed with Vader and Machine Head, further proving his influence in metal.


Decapitated live

Decapitated is known for powerful and precise live shows. Their performances combine technical skill with raw energy.

Audiences can expect an intense and uncompromising concert experience.


Info

🎤 Artist: Decapitated
📍 Origin: Krosno, Poland
🎵 Genre: death metal, technical death metal
👥 Members:


E.N.D. – Croatian Metal Veterans with a Modern Groove Sound

Who Are E.N.D.

E.N.D. are one of the oldest active metal bands in Croatia. Over more than three decades, they have built a recognizable sound and a strong reputation on the local and regional scene.

The band originally started as a hardcore project. Over time, they expanded their style with death metal influences and a more modern approach.


Sound and Style

Their current sound combines hardcore, death metal, and groove thrash. Elements of djent can also be heard throughout their music.

The result is an aggressive and energetic style that feels both old school and modern. This balance gives the band a distinct identity.


Three Decades Without Slowing Down

After more than thirty years, the band still performs with intensity and determination. The core lineup continues to feature the Babin brothers – Alen on guitar and Davor on drums – alongside bassist Ivan Car.

Throughout the years, the band has remained true to its sound while continuing to evolve.


Wacken and a New Chapter

E.N.D. recently secured a performance slot at the legendary Wacken Open Air festival. This further confirmed their status as one of Croatia’s most important metal bands.

Their live sets combine older material with newer songs, all delivered with the energy they are known for.


E.N.D. Live

Their concerts are known for strong grooves and intense atmospheres. The band delivers raw energy and a direct, uncompromising performance.

Evil Never Dies continue to stand as a powerful force on the Croatian metal scene. That strength is best experienced live on stage.


Info

🎤 Artist: E.N.D.
📍 Croatia
🎵 Genre: groove metal, death metal, hardcore, groove thrash


CRYPTIFY – A New Force in Zagreb’s Old School Death Metal Scene

Who Are Cryptify

Cryptify is a death metal band from Zagreb formed in early 2024. The band was created with a clear mission to preserve and revive the old school death metal sound.

Their inspiration comes from the genre’s pioneers of the 1990s. This approach strongly shapes their songwriting and identity.


Sound and Style

Their music combines different metal subgenres brought in by each member. Their sound draws from both Swedish aggression and Florida-style melodic death metal.

The result is a dynamic and authentic expression. At the same time, the band keeps the raw energy that defines the old school approach.


Band Members

The lineup consists of Aquila Mikuška on vocals, Karlo Šešljaga on rhythm guitar, Gabriel Juriša on drums, and Andrej Andonov on bass.

Each member brings different influences into the band, adding more depth to their sound.


Debut EP “Invocation of the Wicked Gods”

In June last year, Cryptify released their debut EP “Invocation of the Wicked Gods”.

The release features four tracks: “Invocation of the Wicked Gods”, “Skineater”, “Blazing Chemical Inferno”, and “Cathedral of Rot”. Production and mastering were handled by Adrijan Vrlazić.


Cryptify Live

The band quickly established itself as one of the new names on the Croatian death metal scene. Their focus is on raw energy, authenticity, and memorable live performances.

Their approach combines old school aesthetics with modern intensity, helping them stand out among the newer generation of underground bands.


Info

🎤 Artist: Cryptify
📍 Croatia (Zagreb)
🎵 Genre: old school death metal
💿 Release: “Invocation of the Wicked Gods”


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