Rock Archives - Athens Music Week https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/music-genres/rock/ Connecting Cultures. Inspiring Innovation Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:41:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/logo-size-100x100.png Rock Archives - Athens Music Week https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/music-genres/rock/ 32 32 Palinstar (CH) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/palinstar-ch/ Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:41:50 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=29862 Palinstar is a parallel universe, planet, and self-heroine all at once. Behind the name lies a multi-instrumentalist who has toured globally with Boytoy(US), supported Caroline Rose(US) or Soap&Skin(AT), and performed at KEXP (Kush K). Now, she finally presents her artistic vision: gay stuff, Emotional Jetlag, Heart Rock as a refuge. Or a blend of Americana […]

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]]> Palinstar is a parallel universe, planet, and self-heroine all at once. Behind the name lies a multi-instrumentalist who has toured globally with Boytoy(US), supported Caroline Rose(US) or Soap&Skin(AT), and performed at KEXP (Kush K).

Now, she finally presents her artistic vision: gay stuff, Emotional Jetlag, Heart Rock as a refuge. Or a blend of Americana melodies with simple lyrics, inspired by Nirvana del Rey and experimental-song.

Additionally, it’s shaped by Swiss heritage and a deep, sensual voice akin to Angel Olsen and Stevie Nicks. The specially invented language «Spenglish» forms the core of this «Mouthart». Sound that motivates towards self-empowerment and self-care while activating the emotional and song process. Even when Palinstar nerds out on Star Wars, attends dog shows, or reveres the twang of her single-coil guitars. Epiphone Melody Maker ftw!

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]]> The BuzzDealers (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/buzzdealers/ Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:13:45 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=26240 Formed in 2015, the Athens-based quartet The BuzzDealers serve a sonic blend of blues-rooted garage rock ‘n’ roll fused with vibrant riffs, indie rock aesthetics and raw, cathartic energy. True to their hometown maxim “Get in, Groove on, Fuzz out”, they come out as a ferocious spirit, untamed in nature that rings heavy and loud. […]

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]]> Formed in 2015, the Athens-based quartet The BuzzDealers serve a sonic blend of blues-rooted garage rock ‘n’ roll fused with vibrant riffs, indie rock aesthetics and raw, cathartic energy. True to their hometown maxim “Get in, Groove on, Fuzz out”, they come out as a ferocious spirit, untamed in nature that rings heavy and loud. With references in music of past eras, The BuzzDealers carefully accommodate their signature sound with uncompromising wording and emotional outbursts while stepping in a lucid swirl.  

After extensive gigging in iconic venues all over Greece including Gagarin 205, AN Club, Rover, Café Santan and having shared the stage with power rockers such as Hanni El Khatib, Mother’s Cake and Greek well known bands such as Puta Volcano, Godsleep, Big Nose Attack etc.
The BuzzDealers teamed up with renowned producer Alex Bolpasis to record their debut album Blooming which saw the light on 19 February 2020. After the first success of their debut album which quickly sold out in all physical formats, the band spent the quarantine year and then continued to refine their sound while also hitting the road for more touring. 

Now the time has come for their highly anticipated sophomore album, called “Radiant Frequencies”- set to be released in the spring of 2025.

Links:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebuzzdealers/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS8kmgXMSwpCXEKZbF5O9hg
Bandcamp: https://thebuzzdealers.bandcamp.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7JH1oV6iN7VSMAWgxJqbxK
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebuzzdealers/?hl=el

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]]> Kos K (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/kos-k-gr/ Fri, 07 Mar 2025 02:34:56 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=25556 Kos K is the musical persona of Theodoros Kontakos, an indie and rock songwriter and producer with a deep love for the D.I.Y. aesthetic. With a career spanning over a decade, Kos K’s music blends electric and folk elements, characterized by a unique guitar style, distinctive vocals, and evocative lyrics. His discography includes the albums […]

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]]> Kos K is the musical persona of Theodoros Kontakos, an indie and rock songwriter and producer with a deep love for the D.I.Y. aesthetic. With a career spanning over a decade, Kos K’s music blends electric and folk elements, characterized by a unique guitar style, distinctive vocals, and evocative lyrics.

His discography includes the albums Repo (2020), 40 Meres (2015), Simata Kapnou (2013), and Edo Ine To Spiti Mou (2011), as well as the EP Kos K (2010), featuring tracks such as Mpam – Single Version and Koritsi Tou Mina – Radio Version. His journey of evolution and experimentation in music continues with a new album slated for release in 2024.

Over the years, he has performed selectively across Greece and Cyprus, sharing stages with esteemed artists and bands. He also plays guitar for Sillyboy’s Ghost Relatives and the psychedelic group Villa Boas, which is now exploring electronic music in its second full-length release.

As a producer, mixer, and sound engineer, Kos K has contributed to over 60 albums for artists and bands in the Greek and English-speaking music scenes.

Pou Pame Lege is the debut single from his highly anticipated upcoming album, an indie rock gem infused with folk elements, reflecting post-quarantine uncertainty through compelling vocals. Recently, he also released the acoustic singles Nero Ki Alati, En Kinisi, I Rota, and 8i Mera.

Currently, Kos K is finalizing To Mellon, a double album featuring eight electric and eight acoustic tracks that showcase the duality of his artistry.


Links:
Website: https://kyriosk.gr/
Bandcamp: https://kyriosk.bandcamp.com/track/an
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyriosk/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thodoriskontakos/?locale=el_GR
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpF-ih2DD23cHgDkWol-G-A

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]]> Desert Monks (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/desert-monks-gr/ Thu, 02 May 2024 15:36:34 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=22524 Desert Monks formed in 2016 in Athens, Greece in an attempt to merge a series of musical and aesthetical aspects under a familiar, yet unique, sound. Their music focuses on Alternative Rock and its subgenres, with the discrete presence of elements deriving from each member’s diverse sonic and artistic background. Their work is governed by […]

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]]> Desert Monks formed in 2016 in Athens, Greece in an attempt to merge a series of musical and aesthetical aspects under a familiar, yet unique, sound. Their music focuses on Alternative Rock and its subgenres, with the discrete presence of elements deriving from each member’s diverse sonic and artistic background. Their work is governed by a prominently overdriven feel with straightforward grooves, occasionally polite and unconventional harmonies, repetitive energy-building motifs and heavier bursts. Their performances are based on intense mood changes, ample dynamics and audience engagement through their lyrics, music, semantics and lighting/ show direction. Since their formation, they have performed extensively both as solo acts, as well as part of highly acknowledged lineups in venues, festivals and collective actions in Greece. Desert monks remain loyal to the heavier side of the British school combined with the musicality and the energy conveyed by the 90s scene, both of which set the foundation to apply any contemporary elements composing their inviting soundscapes.

Their second album, ‘Sympan’ (2022, Just Gazing Records), received significant critical acclaim.

They have also performed abroad (in Bulgaria and Romania) and have been part of esteemed lineups alongside artists such as Aggelakas, Pavlidis, ViC, Planet of Zeus, and Naxatras.They are set to embark on their second European tour in September 2024.


Links:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/desertmonks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/desertmonks/

Bandcamp: https://desertmonks.bandcamp.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DesertMonks

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]]> Budgerigar (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/budgerigar-gr/ Thu, 02 May 2024 15:31:30 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=22517 Emerging from the suburbs of Athens GR, Budgerigar are making their way through the band explosion happening in post Covid Greece. Combining 70’s & 80’s nostalgia with psychedelic nuances, they bring a fresh note in the Athenian indie scene. Their EP “We Are Budgerigar” is a personal statement of who they are and where they’re […]

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]]> Emerging from the suburbs of Athens GR, Budgerigar are making their way through the band explosion happening in post Covid Greece. Combining 70’s & 80’s nostalgia with psychedelic nuances, they bring a fresh note in the Athenian indie scene. Their EP “We Are Budgerigar” is a personal statement of who they are and where they’re heading to musically.


Links:

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Lm51Bgrn0TTFNf40gvAcp?si=_CGzWff0QLiPn-UWqQXCoQ

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wearebudgerigar/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearebudgerigar

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQeMl6qOUaY

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]]> Small Chanter (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/small-chanter-gr/ Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:48:45 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=22158 Small Chanter is the alter ego of Gregory Psaltakos, singer of the Athenian blues rockers Mr. Highway Band, his personal and experiential music project. His band moves on dark folk and country tracks, truly inspired by the American traditional music. Small Chanter started the editing and recording of the material of “Chronicle Zer0” in 2018 […]

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]]> Small Chanter is the alter ego of Gregory Psaltakos, singer of the Athenian blues rockers Mr. Highway Band, his personal and experiential music project.

His band moves on dark folk and country tracks, truly inspired by the American traditional music.

Small Chanter started the editing and recording of the material of “Chronicle Zer0” in 2018 (although the band has existence since 2015) at Orfeas Music Studio in Athens by Tassos Ioannidis, who also puts his signature on the production of the album. The mastering was done by Kosmas Boulakas. The album was released in 2021.

The first release of Small Chanter consists of 10 tracks, all with lyrics and music by Gregory Psaltakos, except for “She’s Got to Be” and “Pouring Rain” written by Giannis Afendras (Mr. Highway Band). On track “Guns ‘N” Wars” music is from “ta paidia kato ston kampo” – Manos Hatzidakis.

Οn december of 2020 Small Chanter presents the online concert “Dark Christmas”. Οn February 2022 he presented “Chronicle Zer0” a live performance in Athens venue Ilion plus, a sold out concert.

The artistic and musical personality of Small Chanter as well as his personal art direction and production constitutes spectacle audio-visual.


Links:

Bandcamp: bit.ly/2XewT3B

Spotify: spoti.fi/3FOrFx4

Youtube: bit.ly/3FPk2GD

Facebook: bit.ly/3NvqHst 

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]]> Loud Silence (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/loud-silence-gr/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:47:23 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=22048 LOUD SILENCE is a rock band, based in Athens, Greece. Originally as a trio, the band makes a mix of the classic heavy rock sounds with some pop and alt-rock elements. Working tirelessly to create new music in recent years, 2023 finds them with their second album, leaving aside its debut album “Elements”. Growing up […]

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]]> LOUD SILENCE is a rock band, based in Athens, Greece. Originally as a trio, the band makes a mix of the classic heavy rock sounds with some pop and alt-rock elements. Working tirelessly to create new music in recent years, 2023 finds them with their second album, leaving aside its debut album “Elements”. Growing up in it, the new album comes to prove who LOUD SILENCE  really is, with maturity and honesty. The album combines the words “FEAR” and “TALES”, just as it combines pop melodies and heavier sounds – the record is the band’s most ambitious and striking work yet. “Feartales” released in December 2023 via Bitter Tea Records.


Links:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loudsilence.band

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loudsilenceband

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@loudsilenceband

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@loudsilenceband

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5zrM85SsCrfQnMLEKYUnNk?si=ichYq6FVRQ-WhI2_CzxyRw

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]]> Birds of Vale (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/birds-of-vale-gr/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 14:41:50 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=22040 Birds of Vale were formed in early 2020 in Athens, and at the end of the same year their debut double single Devil in / Beautiful Girl was released by Bitter Tea Records, produced by Alex Bolpasis, which received excellent reviews. Their music is deeply rooted in the 70’s heavy blues/rock n roll sound, mixed […]

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]]> Birds of Vale were formed in early 2020 in Athens, and at the end of the same year their debut double single Devil in / Beautiful Girl was released by Bitter Tea Records, produced by Alex Bolpasis, which received excellent reviews. Their music is deeply rooted in the 70’s heavy blues/rock n roll sound, mixed with a modern twist. Bands like Led Zeppelin and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club are constant reference points in their music. Having played in various venues in 2023, they entered the studio and recorded their first LP “Limbo”, which was released in February 2024 via Bitter Tea Records, preceded by singles “Sungun” and “Caviar”.


Links:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/birdsofvale

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@birdsofvale

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]]> Diesel Cindy (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/diesel-cindy-gr/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:54:44 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=21990 Ένα μουσικό σχήμα που δημιουργήθηκε στην Αθήνα μέσα στο 2022. Ωμός ροκ ήχος, fuzzy κιθάρες πλαισιωμένες από ένα δυνατό rhythm section σε συνδυασμό με αγγλικό στίχο έχουν ως αποτέλεσμα κομμάτια που φέρνουν στο νου αγαπημένες garage μελωδίες θυμίζοντας 60s έως 90s ακούσματα, περιγράφοντας εικόνες από αυτά που ζήσαμε, ζούμε και θα δούμε. Τα μέλη των Diesel Cindy υπήρξαν […]

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]]> Ένα μουσικό σχήμα που δημιουργήθηκε στην Αθήνα μέσα στο 2022.

Ωμός ροκ ήχος, fuzzy κιθάρες πλαισιωμένες από ένα δυνατό rhythm section σε συνδυασμό με αγγλικό στίχο έχουν ως αποτέλεσμα κομμάτια που φέρνουν στο νου αγαπημένες garage μελωδίες θυμίζοντας 60s έως 90s ακούσματα, περιγράφοντας εικόνες από αυτά που ζήσαμε, ζούμε και θα δούμε.

Τα μέλη των Diesel Cindy υπήρξαν παλαιότερα σε μπάντες όπως οι One Man Drop, Vibratore Bizarro, Delightful, Tuxedo Conspiracy, Edgar Allan Band, Tsiri Band, Blame Canada, Syde, Quake, Serpent ενώ κάποιοι είναι  παράλληλα ενεργοί στους Headquake και The Same River. Όλοι τους έχουν περιοδεύσει στο παρελθόν ανά την Ελλάδα.

Η ένωση των τεσσάρων μελών κάτω από το όνομα Diesel Cindy έφερε σαν αποτέλεσμα το πρώτο τους άλμπουμ με τίτλο “Spill The Dirt” το οποίο κυκλοφόρησε το Νοέμβρη του 2023 απο την Sound Effect Records ( Αθήνα ) αποσπώντας ήδη θετικές κριτικές.


Links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dieselcindyofficial

Official website: https://dieselcindy.com/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/26CX6tqQtyx3PwXKNVI0Su

Youtube: www.youtube.com/@DieselCindyBand

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dieselcindyofficial/

Bandcamp: https://dieselcindy.bandcamp.com/

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]]> Hummings (GR) https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/artists/hummings-gr/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:43:48 +0000 https://www.athensmusicweek.gr/?post_type=artist&p=21982 are a psychedelic folk band based in Athens, Greece. They draw influences from many different styles of music including traditional music from all around the world, rock, prog, jazz etc. The project was created in 2022 by Odysseas Psarras (Bass), Jason Tsourelis (Guitar), Nikos Visvikis (Drums), Myrto Mari (Flute) and Vasiliki Asimakopoulou (Vocals). They’re creating […]

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]]> are a psychedelic folk band based in Athens, Greece. They draw influences from many different styles of music including traditional music from all around the world, rock, prog, jazz etc. The project was created in 2022 by Odysseas Psarras (Bass), Jason Tsourelis (Guitar), Nikos Visvikis (Drums), Myrto Mari (Flute) and Vasiliki Asimakopoulou (Vocals). They’re creating original compositions that bridge the gap between musical genres, giving birth to  new soundscapes, as well as working on the recomposition of various folk songs, providing an interplay of tradition with the universal and contemporary rock band sound.


Links:

Hyperfollow: https://hyperfollow.com/hummings

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