Laïko Events in Syros
Laïko, meaning 'of the people' or 'popular', is a prominent genre of Greek music that emerged in the mid-20th century, evolving from the urban folk traditions of rebetiko and traditional Greek folk music. Find upcoming Laïko events in Syros below.
Syros
Upcoming Laïko Events · Syros
THU 16 JUL
FRI 17 JUL
Πανηγύρι της Αγίας Μαρίνας στην Αναστάση
Thodoris Nasios, Maria Fragkogianni, Christos Adamidis, Manolis Psomadakis, Giannis Sifnaios, Nikolaos Koudounis, Dimitris Asvestas
Μουσική βραδιά με τον Κώστα Δουμουλιάκα και το Δημήτρη Μαραγκό
Kostas Doumouliakas, Dimitris Maragkos
MON 20 JUL
TUE 21 JUL
SUN 26 JUL
MON 27 JUL
TUE 28 JUL
TUE 4 AUG
WED 5 AUG
TUE 11 AUG
Sound profile
A vocal-driven, danceable sound.
About Laïko
Laïko, meaning 'of the people' or 'popular', is a prominent genre of Greek music that emerged in the mid-20th century, evolving from the urban folk traditions of rebetiko and traditional Greek folk music. It is characterized by the prominent use of the bouzouki, often accompanied by guitar, bass, drums, and sometimes accordion or keyboards. Laïko features a diverse range of rhythms and tempos, from melancholic ballads to lively dance tunes, frequently incorporating traditional Greek dance rhythms like zeibekiko and tsifteteli. The mood can range from passionate and romantic to sorrowful or celebratory, with lyrics often exploring themes of love, social commentary, and everyday life, making it a cornerstone of Greek popular culture.
Laïko events in Syros - FAQ
- What is Laïko music?
- Laïko, meaning 'of the people' or 'popular', is a prominent genre of Greek music that emerged in the mid-20th century, evolving from the urban folk traditions of rebetiko and traditional Greek folk music. It is characterized by the prominent use of the bouzouki, often accompanied by guitar, bass, drums, and sometimes accordion or keyboards. Laïko features a diverse range of rhythms and tempos, from melancholic ballads to lively dance tunes, frequently incorporating traditional Greek dance rhythm…
- What Laïko events are in Syros?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Laïko events in Syros - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Laïko events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Laïko music?
- Laïko music scores high on commerciality (90%), vocality (90%), danceability (80%), and lower on valence (60%), grit (20%). These qualities shape the typical Laïko sound at live events and club nights.
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