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Black Eyed Peas electrify Zagreb with record-breaking concert
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Black Eyed Peas electrify Zagreb with record-breaking concert

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Over 15,000 people attended a Black Eyed Peas concert at Bundek Lake in Zagreb, Croatia, marking the band's first performance in the country.
  • The event featured a large stage, extensive LED screens, high-quality sound systems, and impressive lighting, creating a world-class festival atmosphere.
  • The concert included hits from the band's extensive catalog and highlighted their reputation as engaging live performers, with local artist Baby Lasagna opening the show.

Bundek Lake in Zagreb transformed into a global-standard concert arena as over 15,000 fans gathered to witness the legendary Black Eyed Peas perform their first-ever concert in Croatia. The event, part of the Lollipop festival, delivered an unforgettable night of music and spectacle.

Attendees, traveling from across Croatia, the region, Germany, Italy, the United States, Australia, and beyond, experienced a full festival atmosphere from the moment gates opened. The day featured DJ sets, diverse food offerings, and engaging festival activities, solidifying Lollipop's status as a major music event. Croatian artist Baby Lasagna provided an energetic opening performance, perfectly setting the stage for the main act.

When the Black Eyed Peas took the stage, the crowd erupted. Will.i.am, Apl.de.Ap, and Taboo delivered a high-energy set, performing hits like "Let's Get It Started," "Pump It," "Boom Boom Pow," "Don't Phunk With My Heart," "Where Is The Love?," and the anthemic "I Gotta Feeling." The audience sang along to every word.

Beyond the music, the band's renowned stage presence captivated the audience. They interacted extensively with fans, moved among the crowd, danced, improvised, and rode bicycles on stage, radiating positive energy. This dynamic performance style, combined with a massive stage production featuring over 170 square meters of LED screens, top-tier sound, and over 200 lighting fixtures, created an immersive experience comparable to major European festivals. The successful event affirmed Zagreb's capability to host world-class music events and major international artists.

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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.