music
February 15, 2026
Zabranjeno Pušenje Brought the Spirit of Sarajevo to Vienna
Led by the charismatic Sejo Sexon, the band ignited the atmosphere from the first notes – the audience sang choruses that marked generations in unison, waves of applause alternated in the hall, and people danced and clapped until the very end of the concert. The energy between the band and the audience was almost palpable, while Sejo's witty remarks further strengthened the recognizable, direct relationship that Zabranjeno pušenje has cultivated for decades.
TL;DR
- Zabranjeno pušenje performed to an enthusiastic crowd in Vienna's Simm City hall.
- The concert featured audience singalongs, applause, and dancing, highlighting a strong connection between the band and fans.
- This was the band's first performance in Austria since a sold-out show in Graz in spring 2025.
- The event also served as a promotion for their live album "Pušenje ubija," recorded at a concert celebrating 40 years of their album "Das ist Walter."
- Hits like "Šekija" and "Zenica blues" were enthusiastically received.
- Simm City is a venue that hosts internationally renowned artists.
- The band has upcoming performances in Ploče, Munich, Kranj, Rijeka, Split, Tuzla, and Mostar.
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