Hasapiko, syrtaki, hasaposerviko – three dance rhythms that are different but all belong to the same family. Three rich rhythmic universes in which some of the nicest Greek songs are contained. Today, here at GME, we will be listening to samples from all three dance styles, highlighting their proximity and placing special emphasis on the tunes that helped popularise Greek music globally. Our track list includes songs and instrumentals by Mikis Theodorakis, Giorgos Zambetas, Aristidis Moshos, Winter Swimmers, Opisthodromikoi band and Michalis Koumbios, among others.
Produced and presented by Hercules Economou