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Ellinika Monoprakta – theatre performances produced for broadcast on television, featuring the works of some of the most well-known and important Greek writers. Shows feature performances by veteran and new stage actors. Fotosfaira – documentary series that gives the viewer a look at rural life in Greece. The series focuses on the people ...
Mega Star 1989-2010 and 2020-2021- a music show presenting the most popular songs in Greece 1989-1990 hosted by Arianna Dimitropoulou; 1990-1991 hosted by Rika Vagiani and Nikos Diamantaropoulos; 1992-2004 hosted by Natalia Germanou; 2004-2005 hosted by Betty Maggira; 2005-2007 hosted by Evi Adam; 2007-2008 hosted by Ioanna Kanellopoulou
The most famous song that accompanies the Ikariotikos dance is called "My love of Ikaria", lyrics and music are by Giorgos Konitopoulos. Music and dancing are major forms of entertainment in Ikaria. Throughout the year Ikarians host baptisms, weddings, parties and religious festivals where one can listen and dance to live traditional Ikarian music.
Marinella was the first Greek singer to participate in the International MIDEM Festival of 1973 in Cannes with three new songs composed by Stavros Xarchakos. [12] She also participated in the Eurovision Song Contest in 1974 , placing eleventh with the song " Krasi, thalassa kai t' agori mou " ("Wine, sea and my boyfriend").
From 2013-2015, MAD produced the Greek selection to the Eurovision Song Contest, called Eurosong – A MAD Show. MAD TV’s target group ranges from 15 to 24 years old. 90% of its daily program includes all the latest pop, electronic, rock, hip hop, rhythm and blues releases and 30 live shows per week. All shows deal with different subjects ...
He gained popularity during the 1960s through his love songs as well as songs about Greek refugees and exotic places. He also brought a mix of Greek-Gypsy-Arabian influences into his songs. His song Ta Mavra Matia Sou (Greek: Τα μαύρα μάτια σου) is considered one of his most popular songs. The melody is based on a tune by the ...
The entry marks the first Greek Eurovision entry since 1998 to be sung entirely in Greek. "Opa" is a Greek interjection used to express joy or high spirits, especially when dancing. [8] According to Alkaios, 'Opa' is a happy word and just what people need in a time of trouble. The song is all about leaving the past behind and starting all over ...
The song remains one of the most popular Greek ballads of late. In the summer he toured Greece, performing 63 sold-out shows. He received three awards from the IFPI's annual Greek Arion Awards in 2003, followed by another four awards in 2004, including the award for Best Male Performer of the Year.