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Greek art dominates in Paris: Tsarouchis’ “Esatzis” sells for €508,400 as the Greek Sales auction achieves a total turnover of €3.65 million.
Evangelia is officially returning to Greece’s Eurovision 2026 national final after narrowly missing out last year. Speaking from New York, she announced she’s recorded a brand-new track for the contest. Meanwhile, several major Greek labels are preparing strong entries, with names like Marseaux, Good Job Nicky, and Tania Breazou among the early favourites.
Greek singer Klavdia debuts on Times Square’s iconic billboard as part of Spotify’s Equal campaign, promoting her hit single “Sintrimmia” from her debut album “Asteromata” and joining a global initiative empowering women in music.
In a quiet Corfu studio, artist Antonia Armeni layers colour, memory, and devotion, transforming the island’s soul into something you can hold in your hands
Greek music icons Antonis Remos and Christos Mastoras have thrilled fans with the announcement of their first-ever collaboration, set to light up Athens’ Nox nightclub next winter. The Panik Records stars shared the news in a playful social media video on May 20, 2025. While Remos plans a summer retreat in Pelion, Mastoras is globetrotting to promote his new film *Yparho*. This dynamic duo’s upcoming performances promise an unforgettable season.
A landmark symposium in Sydney will explore the cultural ties between Greek and Indigenous Australians through art, literature, and activism, highlighting a unique dimension of Australia’s multicultural identity.
In a bold move, 29 Greek artists and academics have demanded the temporary withdrawal of their works from the National Gallery in Athens, protesting the delayed re-exhibition of artworks vandalized by far-right MP Nikos Papadopoulos on March 10, 2025. The pieces, part of the “Seduction of the Strange” exhibition, were targeted for allegedly offending Orthodox Christian beliefs. Despite assurances from Director Syrago Tsiara that the works will return within a month, the artists’ open letter accuses the gallery of undermining constitutional protections for artistic freedom, intensifying a cultural clash that has gripped Greece.
Renowned Greek singer Manolis Lidakis has passed away at the age of 64. Found in an Airbnb in Annissaras, Hersonissos, his passing marks the end of a remarkable musical journey. Born in Heraklion, Crete, Lidakis rose to fame through his heartfelt performances in modern Greek and Cretan music. Over the decades, he collaborated with esteemed artists and left behind a lasting legacy in Greek music. His distinctive voice and passion for traditional and contemporary sounds will be deeply missed.
Marina Satti and Christos Mastoras recently touched the hearts of The Voice audience with an emotional display of friendship, reminiscing about their musical beginnings and the deep bond they’ve shared since they were teenagers.
Discover the top 20 Greek songs for the week of December 23-29, 2024, according to the IFPI Airplay Chart. From iconic artists like Anna Vissi and Antonis Remos to rising stars like Konstantinos Argyros and Melisses, this list showcases the best of Greek music dominating the airwaves during this period.
In a significant art forgery bust, Greek police have arrested three individuals in Thessaloniki suspected of counterfeiting and selling artworks by prominent Greek painters as authentic pieces through an online auction platform. The arrests prevented a planned sale of 123 counterfeit art pieces, potentially worth hundreds of thousands of euros.
Eurovision winner Nemo made a special appearance at MadWalk 2024, performing his new song “Eurostar” in Greece for the first time. Backstage, he reunited with Greek artist Marina Satti, with whom he formed a strong bond during last year’s Eurovision. In an interview, Nemo expressed admiration for Satti’s music and hinted at a possible future collaboration. Satti shared the moment on Instagram, posting a selfie with Nemo from the event.
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Nikos Oikonomopoulos unveils his latest song, **”To Viografiko” (The CV)**, a soulful zeibekiko with profound lyrics that resonate with universal emotions. With his crystal-clear, authentic performance, Oikonomopoulos brings to life the music and lyrics of Giorgos Moukidis. This new track is set to be a major hit in the Greek music scene, making waves on radio and Spotify.
Legendary Greek musicians Giorgos Dalaras and Vasilis Papakonstantinou will reunite on stage this December at the Vox, their first collaboration in over 33 years. Following their iconic 1991 performances at the Attikon Theatre, which produced the celebrated live album “Dalaras – Papakonstantinou, Live Recording at Attikon,” this new show will also feature Odysseas Ioannou as narrator, celebrating Greek song. Fans are eagerly anticipating this momentous return of two beloved artists.
President Katerina Sakellaropoulou inaugurated the Gaitis-Simossi Museum in Ios, celebrating the legacy of artists Giorgos Gaitis and Gabriella Simossi. The museum, designed by their daughter Loretta Gaiti, was praised as “a gift to the youth and a jewel for Ios.” The project, supported by the Municipality of Ios and the Ministry of Culture, honors the couple’s artistic contributions and aims to inspire future generations.
Greek singer Konstantinos Pandelidis landed in Sydney, Australia last night where he was greeted by…
Portes No. 10 features Greek and Greece-inspired artists and designers, celebrating Cycladic culture through a collection of curated stories and images celebrating Greek culture and art.
Born in Stuttgart, Dimitris Basis first encountered Greece at the age of eight when his family returned to settle permanently in the village of Cherso in the Kilkis region. His initial contact with music was at the age of nine when he began chanting in the village church.
The 2024 Archibald Prize finalists unveiled by the Art Gallery of NSW paint a vibrant tapestry of Greek culture and creativity. From the bold strokes of Eliza Bertwistle capturing the activism of Chanel Contos to Whitney Duan’s portrayal of the dynamic Jordan Gogos, these portraits stand as tributes to the rich heritage and diverse talents within the Greek community. As the anticipation builds for the winner’s announcement, the gallery doors open to an exhibition where each brushstroke tells a story of resilience, inspiration, and the enduring legacy of Greek influence in Australian art.”
The global music landscape is undergoing a seismic shift, with Spotify’s latest report revealing a…
Mountains, animals and Elves – this is the name of the latest painting by Georgianna…
Nefeli Meg is a multi-talented comedian and one of Greece’s rising stars.She is one of the leading YouTubers and podcasters in Greece. In this Greekspired podcast episode she speaks candidly about overcoming anorexia, how covid changed her path in life and why she prefers polygamy over monogamy.
Andreas Metaxa, from the Metaxa spirits family and creator of hit Instagram meme account Supersnake, opens up in the Greekspired podcast about overcoming cancer, naysayers, and how a family member’s Oscar has inspired him to make it in Hollywood.
Another year, another adventure for French fashion designer Christian Louboutin, who invites his customers to take a journey to the Mediterranean with his new ‘Greekaba’ collection, created in collaboration with close friend, Greek artist and illustrator Konstantin Kakanias.
The exhibition “1821, The Feast” is one of the many cultural events taking place in…
Ever wandered what Maximos Mansion (Μέγαρο Μαξίμου) looks like inside? Greece’s first lady Mareva Grabowski-Mitsotakis…
The curtain falls on the popular television program “Stin Ygeia Mas Re Paidia” with host…
Titled “THE ANNIVERSARY” (Η Επέτειος) ArteVisione art group and gallery from Athens has just launched a new virtual exhibition showcasing the talent of professional and amateur Greek artists, who have created portraits, paintings, sculptures, jewellery, pins, embroidery and many other handmade crafts.
One of the biggest online concerts will take place on Saturday, February 6, and you…
