Sakis Gouzonis

Genre: Electronic
Hometown: Elassona, Greece

Sakis Gouzonis is an electronic music composer and orchestrator. Known simply as Sakis, he is celebrated for being the first Greek independent artist to achieve widespread recognition through the Internet.

Sakis was born in a small studio apartment in Thessaloniki, Greece, and later moved with his family to Elassona, a city at the foot of Mount Olympus. From a young age, Sakis harbored a dream of owning his own musical instrument. This dream came true in 1990 when his parents gifted him a keyboard. Sakis immediately began composing and orchestrating music, showcasing an innate ability to play by ear and create original compositions.

In 2007, Sakis created his own recording studio and a year later began releasing his electronic music albums independently. Since 2008, he has released 17 studio albums, each featuring 10 original electronic tracks. His music is known for its emotive melodies and powerful orchestrations, creating a unique soundscape that resonates with listeners worldwide.

To this day, Sakis has won 10 music awards and amassed a large following across 192 countries and 28 territories. His music defies borders and speaks to people of all nations in a powerful way.

His journey from a small studio apartment in Thessaloniki to becoming one of Greece's most revered electronic music composers is a testament to his talent and dedication.

The full biography of Sakis Gouzonis is available here: sakisgouzonis.com/sakis-gouzonis-biography

Posted on 12/27/24