O_giannis_o_bekris (HD | 720p)
In this album, Grigoris Bithikotsis composed the music himself and collaborated with the premier lyricist Kostas Virvos to create a collection of timeless "laiko" (popular/folk) hits.
The song is a characteristic example of the '70s Greek popular sound, blending "popular sensitivity" with the noble, distinct baritone voice that defined Bithikotsis. Track Context o_giannis_o_bekris
Ouranio Toxo (Rainbow), widely considered one of the highest-quality records in Bithikotsis's career. In this album, Grigoris Bithikotsis composed the music
The track features a duet with Afroditi Manou , whose lighter vocals provide a melodic contrast to Bithikotsis’s powerful interpretation. The track features a duet with Afroditi Manou
"O Giannis o Bekris" (Ο Γιάννης ο Μπεκρής) is a classic Greek song performed by the legendary singer and Afroditi Manou . It was released in 1972 as part of the milestone album Ouranio Toxo (Ουράνιο Τόξο) under the Columbia label. Key Details and Background