Live Music and Rebetiko in Thessaloniki: Tavernas, Rebetadika, and the City’s Song Tradition

Live Music and Rebetiko in Thessaloniki: Tavernas, Rebetadika, and the City's Song Tradition

Rebetiko is the urban song tradition that grew from the harbours and refugee quarters of the early twentieth century, and Thessaloniki carries the music in its bones. The city took in waves of Greek refugees from Asia Minor, who brought the bouzouki, the baglamas, and the songs of a lost homeland to its cafés and … Read more

Athens Live Music and Rebetiko

Athens live music rebetiko

Athens is the home of rebetiko, the soulful Greek blues, played live in atmospheric basement tavernas and rebetadika across Psiri, Exarcheia and beyond, one of the city’s most authentic experiences. Pair a memorable night out with skip-the-line sightseeing tickets and tours from My Greece Tours. This soulful slice of nightlife is a cultural highlight of … Read more