They formed in the early 1990s in Prešov and quickly became one of the most prominent bands on the Slovak music scene. IMT Smile were founded by brothers Ivan and Miroslav Tásler, with their breakthrough coming in the mid-90s with the song Nepoznám, which dominated radio airplay and opened the door to their debut album Klik-Klak. The band soon established a strong position and received the Breakthrough of the Year award.
The albums Valec and Nech sa páči confirmed their instinct for melody and lyrics that resonate across generations. Songs such as Opri sa o mňa, Ľudia nie sú zlí and Veselá pesnička have since become staples of Slovak music. Live, IMT Smile are known for their ability to unite the entire audience into one voice – naturally, without grand gestures, but with an emotional pull that works every time. At Colours of Ostrava, they will bring the atmosphere of concerts that feel like a tradition back home – and which will be heard in Ostrava for the very first time.