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About Trannos
Early Life
Trannos, born Christos Stasinopoulos on May 20, 2000, in Nea Liosia, a western Athens suburb, grew up influenced by local hip hop figures including Mad Clip and Billy Sio, who later became his mentor. He attended high school but left before graduating to pursue music full-time.
Musical Style & Sound
Trannos performs trap and hip hop, known for a raw delivery, distinctive voice, and streetwise, unapologetic storytelling rooted in his upbringing in western Athens. He's known for an unusually demanding work ethic, often recording twelve to fourteen hours a day.
Career Rise
Discovered by Billy Sio, Trannos debuted in 2020 with the single "Mpam," followed by "Kalash," "Benzo," "Black Money," and the EP "Fotia." In 2021, he released the collaborative EP "Trannoios" with Billy Sio, and in May 2022 released his full-length debut album, "Bad Boy," through Capital Music's Panik Records imprint, featuring contributions from Light, Stef Tony, and Theo Tzimas. His 2023 singles "Tik Tak," "Overdose," and "Ola Kala" grew his profile further, alongside guest features with Roi, Mente Fuerte, and pop singer Ivi Adamou. His 2024 album "Bad Boy 2" featured Snik, Rack, Arab, and several other prominent Greek artists, and his 2025 album "Repetition" followed. That year, he scored his first number-one hit with "No Mercy." He has surpassed 850 million streams across platforms, with tracks including "24hrs," "Obsessed," and "Tik Tak" each earning tens of millions of plays, and has sold out major Athens venues including Boutique, Smash Music Hall, and Harlem Club.
Diaspora Impact
Trannos's massive streaming numbers and heavy collaboration with established Greek artists across trap, pop, and mainstream Laïko-pop have given his music broad reach among diaspora audiences who follow contemporary Greek music primarily through digital platforms.
FAQ
What genre does Trannos perform?
Trannos performs trap and hip hop, known for a raw delivery, distinctive voice, and streetwise, unapologetic storytelling rooted in his upbringing in western Athens.
How did Trannos become famous?
Discovered by Billy Sio, he debuted in 2020 with the single "Mpam," and in May 2022 released his full-length debut album, "Bad Boy," through Capital Music's Panik Records imprint.
How many streams does Trannos have?
He has surpassed 850 million streams across platforms, with tracks including "24hrs," "Obsessed," and "Tik Tak" each earning tens of millions of plays.
What was Trannos' first number-one hit?
His 2025 single "No Mercy" became his first number-one hit.
Has Trannos sold out major venues?
Yes. He has sold out major Athens venues including Boutique, Smash Music Hall, and Harlem Club.
Where can I listen to Trannos?
You can stream his music on GetGreece Radio, along with other leading voices in contemporary Greek trap.
About
Trannos rose from Nea Liosia to become one of Greece's most recognizable faces in record time. Known for his distinctive voice and "hard-working" reputation, he surpassed hundreds of millions of streams within just two years. In 2025, he dominated the summer charts with collaborations and high-energy singles like "Lete Lete." As of 2026, he is the king of the club anthem, known for infectious hooks that have made him a staple of Greek pop culture.
Diaspora Impact
An essential for the diaspora club scene; his high-energy, "party-first" tracks are the #1 request at Greek summer events from London to Sydney.
