This year, the Martinus Literary Tent at Pohoda will welcome both international and local literary stars, finalists from the Anasoft Litera Prize, and the crème de la crème of the Poviedka short story competition. On Friday, we can look forward to a discussion with Irish author John Boyne, the beloved LiteRAPture, and highlights from the 2024 Fest Anča. On Saturday, Karel Veselý will take us through the history of love songs, Ilona Wiśniewska will guide us on an imaginary journey through the North, and there’ll also be the Martinus horror-themed quiz and a showcase of SLAM POETRY. → read more

Neboj have explored just about every genre out there, from jazz to rock. Melodic guitars, dynamic drums, a steady bass, and now also synths. That’s Neboj, organised chaos. This July at Pohoda. → read more

“The only band on Saturday’s Garage programme that started out as a bedroom project. A straightforward sound that moves from indie through punk to shoegaze, made for the older and more seasoned listeners. I believe Kagran could one day be our answer to the highly listenable guitar bands that tour stages around the world,” concludes Ľubo Šoška, curator of Saturday’s programme at Pohoda’s Garage.  → read more

“One of my favourite local bands. FARA is pure darkness channelled straight from the post-industrial era, and if you feel like doing anything after their concert, it certainly won’t be running through a meadow with flowers in your hair. You’re more likely to sit down with a bottle of whatever might help you figure out where we went wrong. A perfect pick for 3 a.m. at the end of a great festival — a kind of an adaptation before Monday,” says Ľubo Šoška, curator of Saturday’s programme at Pohoda’s Garage.  → read more

Did you know you have rights that protect you at work? You’re entitled to fair pay that allows you to provide a decent life for yourself and your family. → read more

“We had XCES on the Garage lineup last year already, and they’re one of only two acts we’ve decided to bring back. Of the original line-up, only Tomo Michalčák remains — the head, soul, singer, guitarist, and more behind this brilliant project. He’s now joined by Miloš Bulík and Ľuboš Ežo Ambrozai. What hasn’t changed is the fusion of live instruments with punchy electronics and amazingly delivered punk electronic music. For their Garage set, the guys are preparing an even harder-hitting show than usual, so neck stretching is strongly advised,” says Ľubo Šoška, curator of Saturday’s programme at Pohoda’s Garage. → read more

“A band that definitely has what it takes to play the big stage one day. They’ve had a firm spot in my personal playlist (not that I’m claiming that’s a mark of quality) for the past two years, and their latest album completely floored me again. Melancholy and delicate soundscapes suddenly erupt into explosive cacophony, only to morph into something I didn’t even know I wanted. And they’ll do all that within a single track that can easily stretch to ten minutes. It’s a concert I definitely won’t be missing,” says Ľubo Šoška, curator of Saturday’s programme at Pohoda’s Garage. → read more

 “If you're after a band that truly embodies the meaning of a garage band, this is it. Pure joy in playing and persistence in a world dominated by polished commercial music,” says Denis Bango, curator of Friday’s programme at Pohoda’s Garage. → read more

“Musically, at times it’s like the Dead Kennedys on steroids. But I’m not really a fan of comparing bands to others. So I’ll just say that no Slovak band has radiated this kind of energy in a long time. Organised chaos, coherent mess. Contemporary punk with echoes of the past. Most of the band is made up of Trnava’s most seasoned punk musicians. Their first official recordings are still on the way, two years into their existence. So they’re literally coming straight out of the garage,” says Denis Bango, curator of Friday’s programme at Pohoda’s Garage. → read more

Sweet, tasty, and fragrant – that’s what you can expect from Dobrota’s bakery treats. The festival of flavours starts right here – come and recharge with treats that will strike a chord with your senses. With pies, croissants, savoury scones, sweet braided loaves, doughnuts, strudels and baguettes, you can enjoy great moments full of good vibes in Trenčín. Dobrota has also prepared a sweet spin-the-wheel with exciting prizes. → read more