When I was working in the Worldmusic (and Jazz) section
of a renowned music store in Montreal during the 90s, I discovered all the
flavors the world can give musically.
Among my favorites was Greek singer Haris Alexiou. I bought her 1995 CD "Odos Nefelis
'88" in a blink and I still keep it preciously in my collection.
Today December 27th is her birthday and I asked myself, how many albums
has she recorded?
30 studio albums!!!
Being an 80s nostalgic, how did her album sounds during
this decade?
Well, the voice is as beautiful, truly. The sound isn't quite the same from album to
album. Sometimes more traditional,
sometimes more contemporary.
If you like Worldmusic, chances are you know her because
she is one the most popular singer in Greece.
If you don't, I strongly suggest you have a listen on a streaming
website (Rdio, Pandora, Deezer) and you might end up with a new album in your
collection.
I still have a lot to listen and discover from her but
from what I've heard I can definitly say that I really like her 1982 "I
Zoi Mou Kiklous Kani" album. I need
to buy this one, very soon!
A very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you HARIS!
-MissEighties
