M&Z Music

by Marian Aas Hansen and Zelimir Kulisic, is a vibrant music label, publishing house, and production hub collaborating with some of Scandinavia’s most celebrated artists.

The heart of Marian & Zelimir’s creative life in Gran Canaria is their cultural retreat and a memory-filled lounge — reflecting over 35 years of songwriting, performing, and legacy building.

Seen in the background of their videos and shows, the room is filled with legendary analog gear, a vintage mixing console, and decades of musical history. This unique space serves as the future birthplace of timeless recordings for themselves, their label, and publishing catalog. And more than that...This is about Marian & Zelimir serving — as cultural ambassadors — promoting the island, connecting their story with the Nordic audience, and uplifting the local community.

Alongside their own stellar songwriting and performing careers, Marian and Zelimir collaborate with and publish songs for Lillebror Sande Larsen, a legendary singer-songwriter Chan Romero (Hippy Hippy Shake) while Zelimir’s songwriting has been featured in major-label releases for acts such as Lasse Stefanz, Streaplers, and The Scotts under Warner Music Sweden.

Marian’s rendition of the classic “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas”, the official seasonal anthem for Norway’s biggest mobile and internet company, Telenor, is just one example of the excellence and dedication that M&Z Music represents. Additionally, her recording of "Nattasang” fra “Reisen til Julestjernen", featured on her Christmas album, has garnered millions of streams, becoming a cherished favorite among listeners and cementing her place as one of Norway’s most beloved vocalists.

Zelimir’s collaborations have also made waves internationally, including his work with legendary guitarist Albert Lee, launching Zelimir’s music into the Top 100 charts in over 15 countries. Following this success, numerous artists have covered Zelimir’s iconic song JUDY.

Another historic highlight is the release of a new version of Hippy Hippy Shake—a groundbreaking duet between Zelimir and Chan Romero, the original singer and songwriter of the 1950s classic. This duet marks the first time Chan Romero has ever performed Hippy Hippy Shake as a duet and solidifies Marian and Zelimir’s place in rock and roll history. Chan Romero’s involvement in the legendary Made in America Tour Show in Norway further underscores this remarkable milestone.

These accomplishments reflect the unwavering passion, creativity, and quality that define M&Z Music and its mission to create timeless music with impact.

Reflecting Marian & Zelimir’s rich musical legacy, their personal musical oasis treasures collectibles such as their unique boots and shoes, Marian’s golden sparkling dress from her Showgirls tour, Zelimir’s iconic leather jacket from his "Judy music video, or his black'n'white shoes from his very first music video from his teenage days! The legendary “Fire” piano from the Made in America Show tour, and gems like signed memorabilia from Elvis Presley’s musicians and friends.

Highlights also include Zelimir’s two signed guitars from Chan Romero (Hippy Hippy Shake) and the legendary Albert Lee, commemorating the "Judy" and "Hippy Hippy Shake" recording sessions, among many others.

Adorning the walls are photos from collaborations with Alexander Rybak, and Chan Romero, featured not only on M&Z Music’s releases but also captured live during their Made in America concerts.

The walls are graced with Marian’s collaboration memorabilia from "Stille Natt Hellige Natt", "Showgirls", "It's Showtime", represented in album plaques, photos, and wardrobe pieces. Treasured memories such as photos capturing Marian and Zelimir alongside their esteemed colleagues and collaborators, including Morten Harket from "A-Ha", Stephen Ackles, Weather Girls, Goran Bregovic, Albert Lee, and Jerry Scheff, famed for playing with Elvis Presley and The Doors.

Another gem of the collection is a Fender Telecaster, James Burton Signature Model, played by James Burton (Elvis Presley’s guitarist) himself during his Norway tour. The guitar strings he used on this iconic instrument are now framed and on display as a tribute to this unforgettable moment.

M&Z Music is a celebration of creativity, authenticity, and the timeless joy of music. With a catalog that spans generations and continues to grow, Marian & Zelimir remain dedicated to creating and supporting music that inspires and resonates.

With love and passion for music,

💋 Marian & Zelimir