Mišo Kovač – a Dalmatian legend whose songs still fill halls today

Mišo Kovač is one of those voices that is almost impossible to separate from the story of Croatia, Dalmatia, and the emotions of an entire generation. He was born on 2025 / 2026 in Šibenik, a city that has produced a number of artists, but few have inscribed themselves so strongly into the collective memory as Mate, long known to everyone simply as Mišo. His recognizable baritone, specific way of phrasing, and the combination of Mediterranean schlager, pop-folk, and country influences turned him into the best-selling performer from these regions, with tens of millions of records and cassettes sold. For the audience, he has long been more than just an "ordinary" singer – he is a symbol of a time, a style, and a life philosophy in which emotion is more important than a perfect tone. True to his style, the road to the big stage was not simple. As a young man, he tried his hand at an amateur singer competition in Karlovac, where with the song “I Can’t Stop Loving You” he showed that he has a voice that can carry even great world standards. Soon he was noticed by the producers of the then Jugoton, who offered him a contract for his first record – a cover of that very hit by his idol Ray Charles. This was followed by festival appearances at the Melodies of the Adriatic in Split and other stages, and each new single record slowly built the reputation of a singer who offers the audience both strength and vulnerability at the same time. The real explosions of popularity came with songs that would later enter the anthologies of domestic entertainment music. “The dawn will cry”, “You remained always the same”, “One day of life”, “You are the song of my soul”, “Another is unravelling her hair”, “Dalmatia in my eye” or “Kiss the earth you walk upon” became an obligatory part of every home collection of records and later CDs. His greatest hits are collected on numerous compilations, and almost every one contains a series of songs that the audience knows from the first to the last verse. It is precisely this density of hits that is the reason why even today, whenever a performance or a special program with his music is announced, the search for tickets starts immediately. Mišo’s career has also been marked by difficult personal tragedies that spilled over into his songs. The loss of his son Edi left a permanent mark on his private story and public performance, and songs like “Song for Edi” or numerous emotional monologues between songs testify to how strongly he lives through his own verses. After the spectacular concert at Poljud, known as the “Night of Candles,” he publicly announced his retirement from the scene, but, driven by the pressure of the audience and his own need to sing, he went out on several more “last” tours and large concerts, filling halls and stadiums throughout the region. A special part of his story is connected to Dalmatia and football. Many fans of Hajduk grew up with his songs, which became an integral part of the fan identity, and through his performances, Mišo often openly showed how much Split, Šibenik, and the entire Dalmatian coast meant to him. During his career, he also recorded patriotic songs and performed in a humanitarian context, which further strengthened the image of a singer who does not only sing about love, but also about belonging, loss, and togetherness. Today, when he lives more privately with his wife Lidija in Strožanac near Split, rare public appearances or recordings on social networks regularly become news, and his legendary status makes him equally interesting to younger generations.

Why do you need to see Mišo Kovač live?

• Unrepeatable timbre of voice: live, his raspy but warm baritone color is felt even more strongly, filling the hall from the first verse and easily outshouting the orchestra.
• Setlist composed of classics: few performers can put together a concert in which almost every song functions as a “greatest hit,” and the audience sings with him from the first to the last minute.
• Interaction with the audience: characteristic comments, short stories between songs, and the way he thanks the audience create the impression of an intimate encounter, even in the largest arenas.
• Stage identity: the recognizable mustache, hairstyle, sunglasses, and often sailor shirts have become part of the visual folklore, and even just stepping onto the stage triggers ovations.
• Atmosphere of togetherness: his performances resemble a large shared celebration, where generations meet in one place – from those who have followed him since his first records to younger ones who know the choruses from digital platforms.
• A story that continues: even in moments when he appears less frequently, every one of his concerts or public singing is experienced as a special event, and the announced feature film about his life further intensifies the interest in the live experience.

Mišo Kovač — how to prepare for the performance?

A classic performance by Mišo Kovač is usually conceived as a large concert in a hall or arena, sometimes outdoors, with a full band, backing vocals, and production adapted to his songs – without excessive effects, but with enough lighting and sound to emphasize the emotion. It is the type of event attended by families, fans, friends from various parts of Croatia and the diaspora, so it is important to plan the arrival and return on time, especially if the concert is held in a larger city or tourist destination. Visitors can expect an evening that lasts longer than a usual club performance: with the introduction, the main part of the concert, and possible encores, time flies quickly because almost every song is known. The atmosphere is specific – it is neither a cold pop spectacle nor an intimate club performance, but a large collective singing, in which the audience often takes over the choruses and keeps the rhythm. In the halls, it is common for the front rows to be filled with the most loyal fans, while in the higher rows and in the stands, those who want to enjoy a slightly calmer tone gather, but they sing just as loudly. Preparation for such an event starts with practical things: checking how to get to the performance venue, whether there is a possibility of public transport or organized arrivals, and how early it is good to start in order to avoid crowds. If it is an outdoor concert, it is wise to follow the weather forecast and dress in layers, and in the winter period to take a jacket in which you can withstand longer standing. At larger concerts, entry is often in waves, so arriving a bit earlier ensures a better view of the stage and enough time for a relaxed entry. The second part of the preparation relates to music. Although the biggest hits are known to everyone, the experience is much more intense if you remind yourself of the entire spectrum of his songs immediately before the concert – from earlier ballads to later patriotic and fan numbers. Many fans like to put together their own “dream setlist,” compare it with the program expected at the performance, and recount their favorite versions of individual songs. In that sense, it is useful to browse the discography, listen to current compilations or live recordings, and remember how Mišo interprets the same verses with different emotions through the years. Finally, it is worth keeping in mind that this is an event that often has an emotional dimension. The audience does not come just “to a concert,” but to an encounter with a singer who has marked their important moments – from first loves to farewells. Because of this, tickets for his performances are often in demand, and the audience prepares for the concert as if for a celebration: gatherings before and after the performance are arranged, they come in the company of family and friends, wear a fan or Dalmatian symbolic detail, and photograph moments that will be recounted later.

Interesting facts about Mišo Kovač that you might not have known

Behind the nickname Mišo stands the full name Mate Kovač, and his career from the beginning was marked by a strong connection with his native Šibenik and Dalmatia as a whole. One of the lesser-known details is that at the beginning of his career, he donated part of the proceeds from the sale of the single “The dawn will cry” and a humanitarian concert for the construction of the highway between Zagreb and Split, which further strengthened his image as a man who sings about his region but also concretely helps it. During his career, he repeatedly refused to perform before political powerful people when he did not agree with the message or context, and later he publicly spoke about the topic of the Homeland, war, and loss, always through the prism of a personal story, not cold politics. A special chapter consists of his collaborations and relationships with other musicians. He has shared the stage several times with big names of the Dalmatian and Croatian entertainment scene, and the duet with his daughter Ivana Kovač “There is no one like you for me” showed how his musical path spills over to a new generation. Through the years, he has received a series of awards and recognitions, and the halls and stadiums he filled – from Split and Zadar halls to large arenas in Zagreb – remained remembered for the atmosphere in which people sang at the top of their lungs. That is exactly why it is not surprising that a feature-length film with the working title “Mišo” is in preparation, directed by Vinko Brešan, which should tell his life as a story of ups, downs, victory, pain, and not giving up through the decades. Such a project further confirms that he is a person whose life path is interesting even to those who did not follow him from the first records but are discovering him subsequently. Although he has withdrawn from frequent public performances in recent years, an occasional public appearance or a recording on social networks in which he sings a chorus immediately goes viral. Recent scenes from intimate gatherings, where surrounded by friends he sings “If you leave me” or other classics, show that his voice is still a strong symbol and that the audience perceives Mišo as a hero whose story they already know by heart, but want to hear once more. At the same time, the care of the family and occasional information about his health status remind us that he is a performer who gave almost his entire life to the stage and that every new moment in which he sings represents a special emotional addition to his already impressive biography.

What to expect at the performance?

Whoever comes to a performance by Mišo Kovač must be ready for an evening in which the audience will practically become part of the band. Already with the first beats of the opening song, it is clear that this is not a concert where one sits quietly and observes, but a kind of collective choir. The program usually begins with a more energetic song that wakes up the hall, followed by a series of ballads and faster numbers, arranged so that emotions alternate – from melancholy to euphoria. Between songs, he knows how to stop, thank the audience, tell a short anecdote, or dedicate a song to a person or the entire hall. A typical setlist combines inevitable classics with an occasional song that the audience might hear less often live, but loyal fans know it. In one evening, one can thus find verses about love, loss, Dalmatia, football, the homeland, and everyday small victories. In fan and patriotic songs, the atmosphere often resembles a stadium – hands are in the air, the audience chants, and the choruses are carried by thousands of voices. In ballads, the hall calms down, sighs and quiet singing are heard, and many experience personal flashbacks to the moments when they heard those songs for the first time. The audience at such performances behaves with respect, but at the same time with a large dose of spontaneity. Moments often occur in which someone from the audience raises a scarf or a flag, others start a song before the band, and Mišo just raises the microphone and lets them sing the chorus. After the concert, visitors usually leave with the feeling that they have participated in something bigger than a usual musical event – as if they have briefly entered a shared story in which different generations, cities, and life stories merge. In a period when he rarely appears on large stages, every new performance or spontaneous public singing is experienced as a continuation of a legend that is still being written. With the announced feature film and the lasting popularity of his songs on the radio and digital platforms, it is clear that interest in Mišo’s concerts will continue to be maintained. Whether someone wants to hear him live for the first time or has not missed an opportunity to sing with him for decades, the experience of a Mišo Kovač performance remains one of those experiences that are recounted for years. In addition to the concerts themselves, a large part of the story of Mišo Kovač’s performances is made up of everything that happens before and after stepping onto the stage. Many fans experience his guest appearance in a city as a reason for an all-day trip: arriving earlier, walking through the city, gathering in cafes and on the waterfront, sharing memories of previous concerts. It is not uncommon for people who have never met before to recognize each other through the verses – someone sings a part of the chorus, someone joins in, and the atmosphere of togetherness begins on the street or in the tram on the way to the hall. At the concert itself, it is particularly interesting to observe how different generations react. Older people who have followed Mišo since his first records will often stand or sit more quietly, but they know every word and experience the ballads most strongly emotionally. The middle generation, grown up with his songs on the radio and at family celebrations, spontaneously takes on the role of a “bridge” between tradition and new habits – they record short video clips, but at the same time teach younger family members the verses. The youngest, who discovered him through digital platforms or through fan and patriotic songs, are often the loudest in the faster numbers, cheering and chanting, so three or more generations merge in one hall under the same chorus. An important element of expectation at Mišo Kovač’s performance is also the way the dramaturgy of the entire evening is built. If a larger concert is organized, the introduction may belong to the backing band or guest performers who perform his songs in different arrangements. This warms up the audience and creates anticipation for the moment when he will appear on stage. When he finally comes out, he is almost always greeted by ovations that last longer than the average applause – people stand up, wave, sing the very first verses, and often a lighting effect or recordings of archive photos on a video wall are included in that moment, reminding of his long career. If the concert takes place in a stadium or a large open space, the impression is further enhanced by the size of the stage and the number of people. On such occasions, the audience often lights the lights of mobile phones or lighters during ballads, creating a “sea of lights” effect that reminds of the “Night of Candles” and other historical concerts. In fan songs, the atmosphere grows into almost a sporting event – hands are in the air, the name of the favorite club or the singer himself is chanted, and the stands resound like at a derby. All this makes going to a Mišo Kovač concert for many not just a musical, but also an emotional, and even a ritual experience. Another detail that visitors often notice is the way Mišo combines professionalism and spontaneity. On the one hand, behind every concert are hours of rehearsals, well-rehearsed musicians, and a clearly agreed program structure. On the other hand, he is known for sometimes changing the order of songs, inserting an extra chorus, extending the final part of a ballad, or suddenly deciding to sing a song that someone from the audience specifically requests. Such moments give the feeling that you have attended something unique, which will not be repeated in the same form at the next performance. The audience that comes to his concerts often has its own small customs. Some carry old vinyl records or cassettes, others scarves, flags, banners with quotes of verses. Frequently, thematic groups are organized that agree to come in identical T-shirts or with some symbol of Dalmatia, their hometown, or favorite fan club. It is precisely these details that make the difference between an “ordinary” concert and an event that remains remembered. Many will say that through the verses of Mišo’s songs they learned what nostalgia sounds like, how a whole love story can be told in three minutes, or how music celebrates belonging to a region and people. For a visitor coming to a performance for the first time, it is important to know that the pace of the evening builds slowly. It is not all about volume and speed – some of the most intense moments happen precisely when the tempo slows down, the lights dim, and the hall goes silent so that only the voice and music can be heard. In those moments, it can often be noticed how people unconsciously lower their phones, stop recording, and simply absorb the atmosphere. This is followed by a return to faster songs that raise the energy, so the concert ends in a kind of celebration in which the audience finds it hard to part from the stage and often asks for one or two more encores. When leaving such a concert, people usually carry not only the memory of the performed program, but also of a series of small situations: meeting friends they haven’t seen for a long time, short conversations with complete strangers who share the same favorite songs, collective singing at the exit of the hall, and even a bit of nostalgia when some of the songs from the concert are played again in the car on the way home. This is one of the reasons why tickets for his performances, whenever an announcement appears, are quickly in the public focus – people know that by buying a ticket they are not only getting the right to a seat or a place on the ground floor, but also access to a story that is told live for only one evening. In the broader context of the Croatian music scene, a performance by Mišo Kovač also has a symbolic meaning. His songs are often perceived as an informal soundtrack of certain periods and events, so the concert becomes an opportunity to relive a part of that history once again. Compared to younger performers, his performance does not need to prove itself with complex choreographies or numerous stage effects – a few first notes, a recognizable appearance, and verses that people know by heart are enough. It is precisely this minimalism in conception, combined with a huge emotional charge, that makes his concerts special even today, in the era of spectacles and fast digital trends. For many people, the first encounter with Mišo live comes after years of listening to him from audio media or radio waves. That transition from private space – living room, car, headphones – into the shared space of the hall is a special experience. Many visitors later tell how only at the concert did they realize how much his songs are actually part of other people's lives: at the same moment, someone experiences them as a reminder of a first dance, another of a parting, a third of returning home after a long absence. All these personal stories meet in one place and create a feeling of a large musical community in which the differences between the audience and the performer are much smaller than they seem at first glance. In the later phase of his career, when performances are held less frequently and carefully chosen, audience expectations grow further. Every concert is experienced as a possible “last time” to hear him live, so the emotional tension is also greater. This does not mean the atmosphere is gloomy – on the contrary, it is often euphoric – but behind every applause hides an awareness of the passage of time, of the fact that before them is a man who for decades carried their emotions through song. In that sense, a visit to one of such performances is experienced by many as a great life experience that is not to be missed. All this explains why Mišo Kovač’s concerts are talked about so much both in advance and long after the last song falls silent. Announcements of new projects, such as a feature film that will tell his life story on the big screen, further stimulate interest in his performances and music. Many will want to experience the original voice that inspired the whole project once more before going to the cinema. Combined with the lasting presence of his songs on air and on digital services, it is clear that questions about new concerts, possible tours, and special performances will continue to appear among fans of his music for a long time. One of the reasons why interest in concerts and special programs dedicated to Mišo Kovač does not decrease is the fact that his story is constantly upgraded with new layers. Every new generation discovers him in a different way: for some it is a voice from records and cassettes kept by parents or grandparents, for others songs they hear on the radio while driving by the sea, for others fan hits sung at the stadium. In that mosaic, every new performance, television special, documentary show, or future feature film becomes another way to tell the story anew, but always with the same central figure – a singer whose voice the audience recognizes in the first seconds. It is particularly interesting how his repertoire merges with various life situations of the audience. Songs that originally arose as love ballads, family stories, or an ode to the homeland have over time acquired new meanings. Some will associate “You remained always the same” with family celebrations and anniversaries, others will experience “The dawn will cry” as a parting song, others will sing “Dalmatia in my eye” every time they return home after a long time. A concert or a public performance in which all these songs follow one after another, in the interpretation of the author himself, is therefore for many a strong emotional reminder, more like a projection of one's own album of memories than a classic concert. In the context of tickets, this means that the audience does not only look at the schedule and timetable, but also at the symbolism of the moment. When information appears that Mišo will perform at a stadium, in a large hall, or as part of a special program dedicated to his opus, interest often exceeds local boundaries – people plan to come from other cities, and even from abroad. Searching for tickets then becomes part of a broader preparation: inquiries are made about capacity, possible dates, a place in the stands or on the ground floor, but also about whether exactly those songs that are most important to them will be performed. Many will say that they do not want to miss the opportunity to hear once more, live, the voice they grew up with.

Impact on Croatian music and popular culture

The impact of Mišo Kovač on Croatian entertainment music is difficult to reduce to a few sentences. It is often pointed out that he is the best-selling performer in the territory of Croatia and the former common state, with million-copy circulations of albums and compilations. His records were an indispensable part of home music libraries, and later they moved to CDs and digital playlists, maintaining the status of classics regardless of format changes. Critics and music editors have repeatedly emphasized how he managed to combine Mediterranean melos, elements of schlager, and modern production trends, but in doing so did not lose the recognizable “Dalmatian” signature. An important part of his influence is also visible in the fact that many younger performers grew up on his songs and later covered them or paid tribute to them. Singers from various genres – from entertainment music to pop-rock – often insert a Mišo song into their concerts, aware that the audience will react with delight. Some covers became hits in their own right, but the audience often emphasizes that the original version still carries a special weight. This creates a kind of bridge between generations on the scene: older colleagues see in him a pioneer and a role model, while younger ones cite him as a reference on which they learned how to build a career of lasting popularity. His influence is not limited only to music. Through the decades he has become a recognizable public figure: the way of dressing, the posture on stage, the way he holds the microphone, and even the sentences he often repeats have entered the collective vocabulary. The media call him a legend, iconography related to his photographs often appears in fan and Dalmatian motifs, and in public discussions about the entertainment scene he often serves as a “measure” with which other performers are compared. When it is said that someone is “popular as Mišo” or that they experienced a “Mišo moment” at a concert, it is clear that the reference refers to a very high bar. This influence is further contributed to by the fact that he was awarded the most important professional recognitions, including lifetime achievement awards. These recognitions come after a series of festival victories, sales records, and successful tours, but in the public eye, they often have an emotional dimension – the audience perceives them as formal confirmation of what they have known for a long time. For lovers of his music, it is a sign that their generation has received a kind of official recognition for the music it grew up with.

Greatest hits and thematic circles of songs

When talking about Mišo Kovač’s repertoire, it is almost impossible to make a short list of greatest hits. His discography spans decades of work, and many songs have become standards of entertainment music. Part of them is related to love themes: stories about partings, reconciliations, loyalty, nostalgia, and unrequited love. The audience easily projects themselves into these songs, so it is not surprising that even today they are often chosen for first dances, family celebrations, or moments when one needs to “open one's soul.” The second thematic circle consists of songs about the homeland and Dalmatia. They describe the sea, stone, taverns, streets, and people, but the most important is the feeling of belonging. In these songs, Dalmatia is not just a geographical term, but an emotional framework – a place from which one leaves and to which one always returns. At concerts, precisely such songs are often sung the loudest, and the audience, which may not even come from Dalmatia, recognizes their own homelands in them. The third group consists of fan and patriotic songs, which marked important social moments. They are often performed at stadiums, in fan vehicles, and at large public gatherings. These songs emphasize loyalty to a club, city, or homeland, and the choruses are designed so that a large number of people can sing them. At concerts, such songs are often used to raise energy, and the audience perceives them as an opportunity to show togetherness. There are also songs that are not necessarily the biggest hits but have cult status among loyal fans. They sometimes suddenly appear on the setlist, trigger delight in the front rows, and remind the audience that Mišo’s discography is not just a collection of singles, but a large catalog of stories and moods. In that sense, every concert has the potential to be different: some songs will remain in the same order, others will change depending on the mood, occasion, or city in which he performs.

Fan, patriotic and Dalmatian songs at performances

The connection of Mišo Kovač with fans and sports, especially with football and the club with which he is most often associated, is a special story. His songs are often heard at stadiums, and part of the repertoire has practically become an indispensable part of fan folklore. When such songs are performed at a concert, the atmosphere approaches that of the stands: people jump, raise their hands, sing in unison, and create the impression that the entire hall is one large fan group. Patriotic songs, created in sensitive periods, carry a specific emotional weight. At performances, they are often sung with flags and other symbols, and the audience perceives them as a way to show respect for the events and people to whom the verses refer. Mišo performs them with special emphasis – it can often be seen that his voice becomes firmer and his expression more emphasized, as if he wants every word to clearly resonate. In such moments, the concert takes on an additional dimension, crossing the line between entertainment and collective memory. Dalmatian songs make up the third pillar of that repertoire. When a theme dedicated to the sea, stone, port, or regional motifs starts, many visitors spontaneously reach for scarves, shawls, or simply spread their arms as if hugging the entire hall. Even those who do not come from Dalmatia recognize in these songs something that binds them to their own stories of return, departure, and longing. In this way, fan, patriotic, and Dalmatian songs form one collective block that often brings the loudest moments in a concert. Such a repertoire also has a practical impact on the demand for performances. When a concert is announced that is known to include these songs, the interest of the audience further increases. People want to be part of the moment in which thousands of voices sing the same verses, and the feeling of togetherness is so strong that it transcends the boundaries of a one-time event. That is why the term “experience” is often associated with every performance announcement – because it is not just about listening, but about active participation.

Mišo Kovač today: life between peace and public interest

In recent years, Mišo Kovač has lived more privately, far from the media rhythm to which younger stars are accustomed. According to numerous reports, he spends most of his time with his family in a house by the sea, near Strožanac, and appears occasionally – either through short statements, photographs, or through news about his health status. Every piece of information about his health immediately becomes a topic in the media, and the audience's reactions show how firmly he is tied to the collective emotion: people send messages of support, reminisce about concerts, and express hope that he will stand on stage once more. The health problems he has faced in recent years have further emphasized how much his biography is intertwined with dramatic moments. Hospitalizations due to lung ailments and other health difficulties were followed by media reports and official information from health institutions, but also by calm statements from the family emphasizing that everything is under control and that the focus is on recovery. In such moments, the public again sees the fragility behind a great career – the fact that he is a man who for decades invested energy into performances and recordings, and now naturally turns more towards a calmer rhythm. At the same time, interest in his life does not wane. The announcement of a feature-length film about Mišo Kovač, directed by Vinko Brešan, caused a great resonance. It is a director known for films that combine humor and serious themes, and precisely such a combination is announced for the film story about a singer whose musical path is described as a story of a superstar, and private life as almost an ancient tragedy. The script is signed by authors who know both the music scene and the social context, which further arouses the curiosity of the audience. The film will, according to announcements, follow key phases of his life: from childhood in Šibenik, through the rise on the scene and festival victories, to personal tragedies, health challenges, and later withdrawal into a more intimate family circle. Particularly emphasized is the intention to show the man behind the legend – with talent, weaknesses, decisions that led him toward success, but also toward harder moments. For fans, it is an opportunity to see his story in a new medium, and for those who are discovering him only through the film, an introduction to the music that marked several generations.

Broader context of performances and future expectations

When future performances of Mišo Kovač are talked about in public, the story is never reduced only to a schedule of dates and cities. A broader question is always asked: what does it mean for the scene when he appears on stage, even on rare occasions? Every concert or special program can be viewed as a small cultural event that transcends the boundaries of music – people of different professions, ages, and worldviews gather in the audience, united in the same setlist and same choruses. That is precisely why the audience carefully follows announcements, interviews of associates and family members, as well as news about the film being made. Many hope that precisely this film project will open up new opportunities for musical evenings dedicated to his repertoire – whether through concerts where songs from different phases of his career will be performed, or through a combination of projection and live performance. In all these combinations, one thing remains certain: the audience's interest in Mišo Kovač’s songs does not depend on trends, but on the depth these verses have acquired in their daily lives. The future of his repertoire will likely include more and more thematic evenings, tribute projects, and special programs in which younger performers will perform his songs. Such events can be held in clubs, theaters, cultural centers, or large halls, but the audience will always look for the same feeling in them: that for at least a moment they are back in the atmosphere of the original performances. When the possibility of discovering even more untold details through films and documentary shows is added to this, it is clear that the demand for the “Mišo Kovač experience” will continue in the years to come. For those who are just planning their first encounter with his music live, whether it is a large concert, a smaller event, or a special evening dedicated to his songs, it is worth remembering everything this singer has brought to the scene: a recognizable voice, a repertoire that stretches from intimate ballads to hymnic choruses, a connection with Dalmatia, fans, and audience throughout the region, but also a story of a man who often led his private path in the shadow of spotlights. Precisely this combination of charisma and vulnerability is the reason why the audience continues to follow every new piece of news about him, inquires about performances, and hopes to sing together with him or along with his songs once more. Sources: - Wikipedia (hr.wikipedia.org) – biographical data, overview of career and discography of Mišo Kovač - Net.hr – biographical overview, album sales, and information about the musician's health status - Biografija.com – extended biography, nicknames, and role in Croatian entertainment music - Tekstomanija / Samo lepa sećanja – biographical details, early life, and festival beginnings - Croatia Week – news about the development of a feature-length biographical film about Mišo Kovač - 24sata – announcements of the film project and reviews of the significance of Mišo Kovač in popular culture - Story.hr and other magazines – reports on health status, life in Dalmatia, and family reactions - Various music and concert portals – context of concert performances, festival performances, and audience reception