Rokeri s Moravu
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1977 |
| Founder | Boris Bizetić |
| Defunct | 1991 (initially) |
| Fate | Reunion 2006–2008; ceased activity after 2008 |
| Headquarters | Yugoslavia (later Serbia) |
Key people | Boris Bizetić, Zvonko Milenković, Branislav Anđelović, Branko Janković |
| Products | Music albums, VHS programs, DVDs |
Rokeri s Moravu (, translating to The Rockers from the Morava) was a band originating from Yugoslavia and Serbia, active initially between 1977 and 1991, with a reunion period from 2006 to 2008. Their sound was a fusion of Serbian folk music and rock, enriched by satirical lyrics delivered in the rural dialects of Šumadija and the Morava Valley. Their songs often included numerous nods to popular culture. Visually, the band was recognized for wearing traditional Serbian šajkača caps and opanci footwear, paired either with customary attire or unconventional outfits such as tuxedos combined with fur coats.
Established in 1977 by Boris Bizetić, who was responsible for writing, composing, and arranging more than 220 tracks, Bizetić also took on the role of lead vocalist alongside Zvonko Milenković. The lineup included Branislav Anđelović (guitar) and Branko Janković until Janković's passing in 1982. Anđelović departed from the group in 1988.
Between 1977 and 1991, Rokeri produced 19 studio albums. After halting studio recordings, they continued performing live throughout Europe. From 1988 until 1991, the band released five VHS programs and maintained television appearances during the 1990s. Their most commercially successful album was Krkenzi kikiriki (1980), featuring popular tracks such as Turio Ljubiša pivo da se 'ladi, Ja Tarzan a ti Džejn, and Seks na eks. In 2005, three compilation box sets titled Sabrana nedela were issued, followed by a DVD in 2006 that showcased 30 previously unreleased music videos. The group's comeback album Projekat (2006) was recorded by Bizetić and Milenković with contributions from guest folk artists including Predrag Gojković Cune, Predrag Živković Tozovac, and Lepa Lukić. This release was accompanied by a second DVD containing 20 music videos. Zvonko Milenković died in September 2008.
Discography
| No. | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Stojadinka ovce šiša | 1978 |
| 2. | Drma, drma plovak | 1979 |
| 3. | Moj crni Zivotije | 1980 |
| 4. | Keskese | 1981 |
| 5. | Ja Tarzan, a ti Džejn | 1982 |
| 6. | Kobac juri male 'tice | 1983 |
| 7. | Pomoravac | 1984 |
| 8. | Dinastija | 1984 |
| 9. | Cico, veštico | 1985 |
| 10. | Međunarodni poljoprivredni ansambl | 1986 |
| 11. | Rokeri s Moravu pevu u glas | 1987 |
| 12. | Rokeri s Moravu pevu po kućama | 1987 |
| 13. | Jugoslovenska ploča | 1988 |
| 14. | Tajna večera | 1989 |
| 15. | Pomozi bože | 1990 |
| 16. | Srbija se umirit ne može | 1990 |
| 17. | Nindže kornjače | 1991 |
| 18. | Projekat | 2006 |