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About Giorgos Kakosaios
Early Life
Giorgos Kakosaios was born on February 19, 2000, in Athens, the eldest son of popular Greek Laïko singer Giannis Ploutarchos. He showed an early love for music, taking guitar, piano, and vocal lessons as a child, and also played goalkeeper in the Panathinaikos football academy. He first performed on stage at nine, singing "To Fonazo," and later taught himself guitar, going on to compose music for himself and other artists.
Musical Style & Sound
Kakosaios performs modern Laïko blended with traditional Greek elements, known for a powerful voice and emotional delivery within the same genre his father helped define.
Career Rise
Kakosaios made his debut as a composer writing "De Mou Paei I Monaxia" for his father's platinum album "Tragoudia Akatallila." His professional recording career began in 2020 when he signed with Panik Records, and he won Best Newcomer at the MAD Video Music Awards. In summer 2021, he began performing alongside Giannis Ploutarchos and Natasa Theodoridou across Greece and Cyprus, expanding his profile significantly. His catalog includes hits such as "Ela," "Ena Lepto," "Mi Me Rotas," "Tha Ta Katafero," and "Den Se Xehno," along with earlier singles "Psemata," "Erotas Moiazei," "I Mia," and "Min Tis Pite," a modern zeibekiko he co-wrote with lyricist Nikos Sarris.
Diaspora Impact
Kakosaios has built a growing international following, including a June 2026 Australian tour with special guest Iliana Fotiou across multiple cities. His performances alongside his father and Natasa Theodoridou have introduced him directly to established diaspora audiences already familiar with his family's musical legacy.
FAQ
What genre does Giorgos Kakosaios sing?
Giorgos Kakosaios performs modern Laïko blended with traditional Greek elements, known for a powerful voice and emotional delivery within the same genre his father helped define.
How did Giorgos Kakosaios become known as a musician?
He made his debut as a composer writing "De Mou Paei I Monaxia" for his father's platinum album "Tragoudia Akatallila," before signing with Panik Records in 2020 and winning Best Newcomer at the MAD Video Music Awards.
Is Giorgos Kakosaios related to Giannis Ploutarchos?
Yes. He is the eldest son of popular Greek Laïko singer Giannis Ploutarchos.
What are Giorgos Kakosaios' biggest songs?
His catalog includes "Ela," "Ena Lepto," "Mi Me Rotas," "Tha Ta Katafero," and "Den Se Xehno," along with a modern zeibekiko he co-wrote titled "Min Tis Pite."
Has Giorgos Kakosaios performed internationally?
Yes. He has a growing international following, including a June 2026 Australian tour with special guest Iliana Fotiou across multiple cities.
Where can I listen to Giorgos Kakosaios?
You can stream his music on GetGreece Radio, along with other rising voices in contemporary Greek Laïko.
About
Giorgos Kakosaios, the son of the legendary Giannis Ploutarchos, has rapidly emerged as the most promising young male vocalist in Greece. A talented composer who writes much of his own material, he successfully balances his father’s melodic legacy with a fresh, contemporary pop-Laïkó appeal. In late 2025, he embarked on his debut North American tour, performing to sold-out crowds. By 2026, he has stepped out of his father's shadow, becoming a diamond-certified artist in his own right with a focus on authentic, guitar-driven ballads.
Diaspora Impact
An emerging star for the diaspora; he is particularly popular with the younger generation who see him as the modern face of traditional Greek romance.
