Tomislav Abaza, also known as Tome R, is a young and upcoming DJ and producer hailing from Croatia. Born on November 23, 1988, Tome R developed an interest in electronic music, particularly techno, at the age of 15. He soon discovered his true passion lay in house and tech-house, which became the focus of his productions. Over time, Tome R cultivated a distinctive musical style, creating a pleasant blend of deep house and tech-house.
Musical Style:
Tome R is known for his modern sound, balancing harmonies, personal expression, and contemporary music trends. His style can be described as a combination of deep house and tech-house.
Career Highlights:
- Tome R has built a strong presence in the Croatian club scene, performing at various venues along the Croatian coast, as well as in Vienna and notable clubs in Croatia like Sirup Zagreb, Opium Club Vodice, Kocka Split, Havana, and Padre X.
- A significant year for Tome R was 2011 when he signed with Fever Sound Records, a label that features renowned artists such as OXIA, JAY LUMEN, MANUEL DE LA MARE, OLIVER HUNTEMANN, LUTZENKIRCHEN, MENDO, MIKEL E, SUPER FLU, KIKO, JOHN AQUAVIVA, and NICOLE MOUDABER.
- His music has garnered support and been played by prominent figures in the electronic music scene, including Richie Hawtin, DJ PP, Mark Knight, Paco Osuna, El Mundo & Satori, Franco Bianco, Ferry Corsten, Ibiza Global Radio, and Markus Schulz.
- Tome R has released music on various labels, including Glamour Underground (“Lost Images EP”), Ready 2 Play Records (with Oliver Gil, “From Spain to Croatia EP”), iFrominal Records (“Counting days EP”), Hutman Records (“Sixth sense EP” and “Dangie EP”), and others.
- He has performed at the Moondance Festival in Trogir, Croatia, on multiple occasions, including the 10th-anniversary edition in 2023 and also scheduled for the 2025 edition. He also played at the 11th edition in 2024.
- In 2012, he had a release “Babaloo” with DJ Jock on Decoded Mini Records.
Tome R continues to develop his sound and gain recognition in the deep and tech-house scene, establishing himself as an artist worth watching.
