spinsource
Log in Sign up
My Music Log in Sign up
Maria Farantouri

Maria Farantouri

éntekhno

Kingdom of Greece

Listen

Deezer Spotify

About

Maria Farantouri stands as a pivotal figure in contemporary Greek music, known for her ability to give voice to the depths of human emotion and social reflection. Her contributions transcend mere performance, embodying a cultural renaissance that intertwines traditional Greek sounds with modern expressions of identity and resistance.
Maria Farantouri stands as a pivotal figure in contemporary Greek music, known for her ability to give voice to the depths of human emotion and social reflection. Her contributions transcend mere performance, embodying a cultural renaissance that intertwines traditional Greek sounds with modern expressions of identity and resistance. In a landscape often defined by fleeting trends, Farantouri has consistently highlighted the storytelling potential of song, shaping how audiences connect with their heritage through music. Her approach is deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of éntekhno, where she draws from diverse musical influences while maintaining a commitment to lyrical depth and narrative clarity. Farantouri navigates her vocal delivery with both strength and vulnerability, using her voice as an instrument of empathy and conviction. This prowess allows her to engage listeners not just as passive receivers but as active participants in a broader discourse on culture and politics. Lyrically, she often explores themes of love, loss, and social justice, crafting songs that resonate on both personal and communal levels. Farantouri's storytelling is marked by sincerity rather than irony; she encapsulates the essence of experience with poignant imagery, evoking a sense of collective memory that binds audiences together. Her tone balances hopefulness with melancholy, inviting introspection while celebrating resilience. Farantouri’s sound is characterized by the interplay of rich vocal textures and rhythmic cadences that move gracefully between moments of restraint and impassioned release.

Connect

Website

Discography

28 releases • 28 studio • 1970–2009
Type: |

No releases match the current filters.

Similar Artists

Phoebus Delivorias Following

Phoebus Delivorias

Shared genres: éntekhno

Vasilis Papakonstantinou Following

Vasilis Papakonstantinou

Shared genres: éntekhno

Giorgos Dalaras Following

Giorgos Dalaras

Shared genres: éntekhno

Yannis Parios Following

Yannis Parios

Shared genres: éntekhno

Haris Alexiou Following

Haris Alexiou

Shared genres: éntekhno

Vasile Șeicaru Following

Vasile Șeicaru

Similar era

Mike Oldfield Following

Mike Oldfield

Same era (~2000s)

Feist Following

Feist

Higher popularity

Glykeria Following

Glykeria

Similar era

Marinella Following

Marinella

Same era (~1990s)

Melina Aslanidou Following

Melina Aslanidou

Shared genres: éntekhno

Mikis Theodorakis Following

Mikis Theodorakis

Shared genres: éntekhno

Learn More

Wikipedia MusicBrainz Wikidata