The show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" with Giannis Papoutsakis on October 20 was dedicated to Manos Hadjidakis, marking 99 years since his birth on October 23. The guest was author Kostas Papaspilios, who discussed his book about the "Great Romantic" of Greek music, titled "I Will Tell You About...
On Monday, October, "Our Town" hosted Nikos Touliatos.
The show "Voices and Music" with Alexis Kostas featured a tribute to the poet Orestis Laskos.
Most people know him for his films—54 recorded in total—all very popular and commercially successful. However, the truth is that during his 40 years of filmmaking, Laskos also had a 51-year career as a p...
The tragic "beer flood" of London in 1814 is one of those true stories that are hard to believe. On October 17, 1814, a devastating flood of beer shocked the West End of central London. A massive vat filled with beer at a brewery burst, causing a chain reaction that led to a beer flood, destroying buildings...
The vibrant life of the great composer Michalis Sougioul is explored, from his beginnings in Aydin, Asia Minor, to his arrival in Greece, his first encounter with jazz music, and the unique journey that followed, alongside iconic performers and unforgettable hits. Everything you didn't know about the...
This episode of "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" with Giannis Papoutsakis, aired on October 15, was dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Athens from the Germans. It featured the day's historical account, the first church bells that spread the joyful news, the public celebrations,...
The show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" on October 13, hosted by Giannis Papoutsakis, was a tribute to the beloved Greek cinema of the 1960s and early 1970s. It featured iconic lines from unforgettable comedies, along with music and songs from films like Madalena, Bluff Master, Mermaids and Lads,...
The October 10th episode of Giannis Papoutsakis' show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" was dedicated to the master of aristocratic rebetiko and light music, Michalis Sougioul. The composer and conductor Apollon Kouskoumvekakis and the performer Maroula Kaskaveli spoke about his work.
A hymn to love… One of the legendary songs performed by Édith Piaf. She fell in love, experienced love (including with TWO Greeks), suffered, and caused herself suffering.
A unique tribute to the incomparable diva, detailing the tumultuous life she led and her magnificent work, which serves as a ...
The show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" with Giannis Papoutsakis on October 9, 2024, was dedicated to the cinematic music of Mimis Plessas in dramatic films. Music and songs from the following movies were played: Ilingos, Dacrya for Electra, Egoismos, A Great Love, Olga My Love, A Story of a Life,...
This unique tribute celebrates Charalampos Vasileiadis, one of the most significant yet underappreciated lyricists of Greek popular music. His journey began in the Dardanelles and led him to Nea Filadelfeia, where he lived a life of dignity and passion for songwriting, often crafting masterpieces in...
Dedicated to the last great rebetiko musician Kostas Kaplanis, the show "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" with Giannis Papoutsakis aired on October 8. Unpublished songs with lyrics by Evgenia Drouza were presented, and she was joined on the show by performer Stavros Avramoglou.
This episode of "Journeys Basking in Greek Light" is dedicated to Mimis Plessas, the beloved creator of so many hits who 'departed' on October 5, 2024, just a few days before his 100th birthday. The show honored his life, his love for jazz and cinema, and his songs that have become a part of eternal...
Every Saturday from 18:05 -19:00 (Athens time) Anna Prokova has a little less than 1 hour to wander around intricate music alleyways that take you through & across genres. The songs are carefully selected and are always related to her current mood. Expect to hear fresh sounds, eclectic new releases, 'under the radar' Greek and international artists and bands, new 'Greek indie picks' and timeless favorites, in a show with a radically wandering disposition.
A tribute to the legendary Chilean singer, composer, and poet Violeta Parra, who wrote the epic anthem for life Gracias a la vida (I Praise Life...).
She was born on this day, October 4, 1917, in the poor village of San Carlos, Chile. One of nine children, she had a difficult childhood, with a guitar...
In today's journey on "Time in Greece" we "meet" the uncompromising Katerina Gogou. In this special tribute to the poet and actress, we explore her entire body of work in cinema, theater, and poetry. We delve into her role within society, discussing her political views and activism. We also listen to...
The story of the tango legend, Carlos Gardel, and how he influenced Manos Hadjidakis. A mythical figure whose voice and stage presence impacted Latin America and beyond... How he died and the theories that spoke of murder. How he is "connected" to the death of Manos Hadjidakis' father. How Che Guevara...
The show "Voices and Music" with Alexis Kostas, featured a tribute to the well-known singer Elpida.
Elpida entered the music industry in 1970 with the song "Words of Love". This was followed by "Don't Get Angry, Don't", and in 1972 she participated in the Thessaloniki Festival with the song "I Didn't...
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