The show Time in Greece and Nikolas Angelidis present a major tribute to the unique Kostas Varnalis… covering everything you need to know about his life, his struggles, his poetry, his narrative works, prose, critiques, journalistic contributions, theatrical works, and translations.
This journey t...
On the occasion of World Tango Day (December 11), Historical Walks on Voice of Greece take us on a journey to Argentina. With historian Maria Damilakou and Tango DJ Vasilis Notis as our guides, we delve into the social and musical roots of the Tango phenomenon, from its emergence in the late 19th century...
The week that ends here at GME was dedicated to the numerous songs that contain references to dancing – this essential element of Greek culture and identity. Today, we celebrate the presence of dance in the lyrics of art songs created by renowned songwriters such as Vangelis Germanos, Haris & P...
Today, we celebrate all those named Stratis and Stratoula, and the program Time in Greece presents a unique tribute to the name, its roots, and the famous Stratoses who left their mark on history in one way or another.
The journey will take us to the village of Stratos in Aetolia-Acarnania and to...
This week’s GME is essentially an invitation to dance and today’s songs all convey the same message: stand up and dance. Glykeria will be letting us know that the orchestra has started playing and that it is time to stop sitting and dance zeimbekiko. Rena Dalma will be ordering us to dance on her tab...
Dance touches the whole of Greek life, from emotion to entertainment, popular culture and soul. Historically, dance plays a crucial role in the development of the young person, in the connection of an individual with their place of origin, and even in establishing a romantic union. And so it is no coincidence...
A tribute to the historic Arsenal. From its early steps, 138 years ago today, to the conquest of European titles, English championships, and cups... Detailed insights into the greatest team of all time, before the war. The coaches who changed the club's history, the major milestones, and the shift in...
Erotic dance, The dance of the stars, When I dance for you, Body that dances. Performed by Lizetta Kalimeri, Elli Paspala, Rena Morfi, Sofia Papazoglou and Melina Kana, respectively. Songs about bodies that dance, bodies ready to respond to the call of the song to dance, on the empty dance floor of...
On Monday, December 9, 2024, “Our Town” featured a tribute to the renowned 19th-century American poet Emily Dickinson.
Celebrated as a trailblazer of her era, Dickinson revolutionized poetic expression, crafting a modern literary and philosophical stance. Her life and work have created an enduring and u...
The week that starts today here at GME is dedicated to songs that refer to an activity that is profoundly embedded in Greek culture and identity: dance! We will not be listening to traditional dance songs, i.e. songs made to be danced, containing all the lovely syrtos or tsamikos or ballos or hasapikos...
A name that became a true legend. Eleni Ourani, a literary and theater critic, as well as a writer, left her mark with her commanding presence in the arts. Harsh in her criticism—often equally harsh on herself—she adored theater and writing, and fought fiercely for the feminist movement.
A pioneer for...
Tonight, we conclude our week-long tribute to poet and lyricist Michalis Ganas with a celebration of a truly special collaboration with leading composer Nikos Kypourgos. Specifically, we shall be listening to the imposing soundtrack for the 1991 film ‘The Fugitive’ and the highly original and uplifting son...
A gripping exploration of history. We travel all the way to Africa and the turbulent country of Angola. For centuries, Angola was under the colonial yoke of Portuguese colonizers... The oppressed rise up. The downtrodden of the earth... With the fall of the dictatorship in Portugal, the situation changes,...
“What can I write about you, my Michalis…? What should I remember first, how should I say goodbye to you? No matter what I write, it will be insufficient. You will always be here, in my thoughts, with the precious words that you entrusted me with binding us forever. Today we say goodbye to a great poe...
Vocalist Vasilis Lekkas underlines the following about the recording of the 1996 album Asikiko Poulaki: "I tried to keep a very discreet distance from Mikis. I was not flattered by the fact that I had to sing Theodorakis and that I was given the opportunity to do so. We had very nice conversations before...
A tribute to the events known as the "December Events" ("Dekemvriana").
The real motives and actions of the British under General Ronald Scobie.
The mass rally and general strike of December 4th, which ended in bloodshed.
The first clashes between ELAS forces and the far-right "X" organization.
The...
We continue our tribute to poet Michalis Ganas and his contribution to Greek music by focusing on his collaboration with two grand female vocalists: smooth jazz lady Elli Paspala and folk diva Natasa Theodoridou. Most of the songs that marked the encounter of Ganas with these two renowned singers were...
The week that starts today here at GME is dedicated to the songs written by a distinguished poet who sadly passed on November 12. Today, we will be exploring his collaborations with three outstanding composers that produced some fascinating modern folk songs. Award-winning poet and lyricist Michalis...
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