Saturday 19 October, 2024
The golden era of Greek laiko music in the 1960s and 1970s stands as one of the most brilliant chapters in the history of Greek music. Laiko songs served as a reflection of everyday life for the Greek people, capturing their desires, sorrows, and joys. This period was characterized by the creation of unique melodies and songs that continue to resonate deeply with listeners and remain timeless.
Artists such as Stelios Kazantzidis, Marinella, Vicky Moscholiou, and Grigoris Bithikotsis dominated the music scene, while composers like Manos Loizos, Stavros Xarchakos, Akis Panou, and Christos Nikolopoulos produced masterpieces that left an enduring legacy. Songs like “Yparho” sung by Stelios Kazantzidis, composed by Christos Nikolopoulos, and “Ta Kythira Pote De Tha Ta Vroume” by Manos Loizos, performed by Vicky Moscholiou, became the musical diary of an entire generation, offering hope, emotion, and strength through their unforgettable melodies.
LOCATION: Olympic Hall – 288 Franklin Street, Adelaide 5000
TIME: 7:30pm
TICKETS: $40