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February 28, 2026
Luka Maksimović, formerly Beli Preletačević, in the PZE final tonight: 'This is no longer satire, we are living a horror film'
From Beli Preletačević to the band Kosmos Trip and the PZE final – Luka Maksimović's path is one of the more unusual in contemporary Serbian public space.
TL;DR
- Luka Maksimović, once known as Beli Preletačević, is now competing in the PZE with his band Kosmos Trip.
- He emphasizes that his current participation is driven by 'pure emotion,' not satire, as his musical aspirations have always been stronger than his political ones.
- Maksimović feels the current political climate in Serbia is beyond satire and describes it as a 'horror film.'
- He has no plans to re-enter politics and sees his PZE participation as a step towards solidifying his musical career.
- Kosmos Trip, conceived in 2015, finally came to fruition due to the members' maturation and favorable circumstances, with a focus on sound, idea, and especially aesthetic.
- Maksimović listens to hardcore hip-hop and bands like Sticky Fingers privately.
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