Marina Satti, a Greek pop star, is a walking tapestry of cultures. Her Cretan mother and Sudanese Arab father instilled in her a love for music that transcends borders. Her sound blends traditional styles from across the Mediterranean and beyond with a daring modern twist, completely reshaping the Greek urban music scene.
Marina's background in jazz and choral music allows her to effortlessly weave complex melodies and forgotten rhythms back into the spotlight. These forgotten treasures are then infused with pop, hip-hop, and club vibes, creating a sound that's both fresh and deeply rooted.
After captivating audiences with "ZARI" at the Eurovision Song Contest, Marina released her EP "P.O.P." This project is a testament to her dedication to forging a truly cosmopolitan Greek sound. The centrepiece, "Mixtape," is a ten-minute sonic adventure that takes listeners to a global dance party.
"Mixtape" is a vibrant collaboration featuring Greek legends like Efi Thodi and Lefteris Pantazis alongside contemporary rap stars like VLOSPA, Oge, and RACK. The track seamlessly blends Greek styles like sirtos and skiladiko with Balkan beats, Arabic rhythms, and even Anglo rap and dance influences. It finishes strong with a nod to Hispano-Caribbean flavours, reggaetón.
Even within this diverse mix, Marina's unique vision guides the way. She passionately promotes the rich tapestry of Greek music, presenting it not as a relic of the past but as a vital part of a global conversation. "Mixtape" encapsulates her mission to break down barriers and celebrate the interconnectedness of musical traditions worldwide.
With "Mixtape," Marina Satti doesn't just deliver an album; it's an unforgettable musical journey. The album is a testament to her ambition and is a strong contender for one of the most compelling and rewarding musical experiences of the year.
P.O.P. - Album by Marina Satti | Spotify
About Satti
3 days after her performance at the Grand Final of Eurovision 2024 (Greece, 11th place), Marina Satti released her brand new mini album titled “P.O.P.”, featuring “ZARI” (the Greek entry at ESC 2024) and “TUCUTUM” released in 2023, plus 5 new songs.
After the release of “P.O.P.”, Marina Satti becomes:
– The first-ever female artist to hit the No. 1 spot of the “Daily Top ArtistsGreece” chart on Spotify.
– The first ever female artist to simultaneously hit the No1, No2 and No3 spots on the “Spotify Greece Top200” chart.
– The first-ever female artist to simultaneously hit the No1, No2 and No3 spots on the YouTube Trends in Greece.
– The track “MIXTAPE” is the top charting 10 minute song ever in Greece (No.), after Taylor’s Swift “All Too Well”
– 3x Platinum Single “ZARI” becomes the Top Weekly Song in Greece
(May 10 th – May 16 th ) with more than 1,3 million streams – the first ever for a female artist in Greece.
– “ZARI” becomes the first ever Greek song with Greek lyrics to chart on
the Global Spotify Viral Top50 chart, peaking at No17
– New Single “LALALALA” hits the No1 spot both on YouTube & Spotify charts in Greece
