Born in Piraeus, Greece, George Dalaras was the first artist to take Greek music out of the conventional club environment, performing concerts in large venues. Hailing from a tradition of folk and blues, Dalaras' international success is no accident. Selling more than 7 million albums of his own...
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Born in Piraeus, Greece, George Dalaras was the first artist to take Greek music out of the conventional club environment, performing concerts in large venues. Hailing from a tradition of folk and blues, Dalaras' international success is no accident. Selling more than 7 million albums of his own work as well as collaborations with such artists as Mikis Theodorakis, Paco De Lucia, Al de Meola, and Goran Bregovic, Dalaras is always expanding his musical horizons. He has appeared at numerous cultural festivals and concerts in Greece, Latin America, Israel, Russia, Canada, the United States, France, Germany, Romania, Cuba, and England to name a few. In recognition of his humanitarian contributions, he received the Kennedy Award. Dalaras' art and popularity transcend the borders of Greece because his compositions, poignant expressions of protest, social indignation and hope have set him apart. He constantly brings to his audiences the discovery of new music and cultures. Due to his exceptional voice and instrumental skills, he has always been at the forefront of innovation in contemporary Greek music. In a country with so many flourishing traditions, George Dalaras has become a musical phenomenon.
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