Goran Bare, frontman of Majke, passes away at 62

Goran Bare, the legendary frontman of the Croatian rock band Majke, has passed away at the age of 62. He was found deceased in his Zagreb apartment on Friday, October 9, 2026. Members of the band reported that he appeared to have died in his sleep, and no signs of violence were found by police.

In response to his death, hundreds and thousands of fans gathered in Zagreb, specifically in the Zapruđe neighborhood near his home, to pay their respects. Mourners held candlelight vigils and sang the band’s most famous hits, including ‘Teške boje’ and ‘Budi ponosan’.

The band has issued a statement thanking the public for their immense support and condolences. They have requested privacy for the family and asked that anyone wishing to organize commemorations or public events contact the band for official approval.

Bare’s funeral is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, October 14, at the municipal cemetery in his birthplace, Vinkovci. A formal commemoration is also planned for next week in Zagreb.