For centuries, a harmful myth has been perpetuated that we live in a divided world, that there are fundamental differences between races, cultures, and civilizations, and that this divide can only be bridged by military, economic, or cultural domination. The Clash of Civilizations collective represents one effort to challenge this myth by illustrating the common musical bonds found within all cultures.

This is an electronic music project created by two Boston-based composers and music producers Milan Kovacev and Nikola Radan. The goal of the collective is to create unity and harmony by clashing various music from around the world: traditional voices, historic samples and melodies, (some dating back hundreds of years), and original native instruments.

These separate pieces are seamlessly melded together to create something entirely new and harmonious, something that as a whole is more powerful and moving than its separate parts.

Clash of Civilizations project involves creative musicians and performers from USA, Iran, Israel, Turkey, Cyprus, France, Albania and Serbia, all currently based in Boston and New York.

About the Members

Milan Kovacev and Nikola Radan, both originally from Serbia, met each other in Boston and started performing, writing and producing music together during late 2007.

Milan Kovacev (aka Hip Son) brought his electronic music background, with writing credits in several indie movies and performances on TV networks including MTV, VH1, Fox, and BBC.

Nikola Radan came from classical and world music scene as composer, flautist, ethnomusicology fanatic, and an explorer of new sound of flute in the contemporary music and modern improvisation, mostly based on sound of cross-world traditional instruments.

Influenced by the political theory called “clash of civilizations” and effects of various human conflicts around the world, they have come up with an idea to start a musical and conceptual project with the same name.

Milan Kovacev is a very innovative and inspiring musician, composer and producer that I met many years ago at Berklee.  I have been keeping tabs on his career and helping him where I could, especially in the non-traditional areas that he works in, a combination of publishing and politics.  What an interesting guy.

When I told Milan about MPN he was immediately on-board and started shouting out his game plan for my critique.  I showed him the system with a focus on licensing and cause alignment.  He and his musical collaborator Nikola have crafted a plan, position and direction that is unique and powerful.

Clash of Civilizations is a strong brand with a positive and provocative protest message about people, global harmony and how we can better relate to one another. 

Progressions Magazine says "They deliver an enchanting and sophisticated exploration of the possibilities of world beat music that offers soul-deep satisfaction."

The U.K. mag fRoots says "The music self-consciously combines genres and cultures to create something that's closer to sound collage than the usual mindless party soundtrackone.  This is one of those rare releases that you want to hear more."

 Here is what they have to say about MPN:

"MPN’s services are remarkably well suited for 21st century independent artists. As a songwriter, producer, artist, and music publisher I wear different hats every day and that requires a clear focus and goal-oriented approach to my music business endeavors. MPN’s online course, video interviews, resources and practical tools for building a business plan helped me move fearlessly and confidently in this new dawn of the music industry."

Milan Kovacev
Clash of Civilizations