GIDIKI

Gidiki band is a musical ensemble that began playing and experimenting with greek traditional music in 2015. They performed from 2015 to 2019 at festivals and venues in Thessaloniki, before moving to Athens and taking their final form. This move likely allowed the band to expand its audience and gain broader recognition.

A fundamental element of the band is the inclination for improvisation, which arises from the different musical influences of its members. Each live performance serves as an opportunity for experimentation with traditional musical forms and rhythms, as well as for establishing a dynamic relationship with the audience, creating the conditions for a contemporary “urban celebration”. Thus, the sound that emerges is constantly shaped and evolving while maintaining the identity and sounds of traditional instruments.

In 2023, the band released its first album titled “Ahoy“. After that, the albums “Perasma” (2024) and “Planinata” (2025) were released, marking two significant milestones in world music. Both works feature an exceptional lineup of acclaimed musicians and vocalists from Greece and around the world -including Sandra Sangiao, Ioulia Karapataki, Danai Moraiti, among others- weaving together diverse traditions and powerful emotional narratives. These albums reflect a bold artistic vision that transcends borders, inviting listeners on a deeply immersive and transformative journey.

Gidiki Band has performed at all major festivals in Greece and has undertaken several tours in foreign countries such as Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Sweeden, Spain, United Kindom, Switzerland and more.