Country Profile: Greece

Once overlooked by many touring acts, Greece has now firmly established itself as a very strong draw on the European circuit.

Festivals like Ejekt, Rockwave, Release Athens, and AthensRocks have attracted an increasing number of international names, and major promoters such as GMI Live, Detox Events, Xlalala Presents, High Priority Promotions, and Fuzz Productions are driving the market forward.

Touring conditions for those who do visit continue to improve, though challenges remain. “Demand is very high, and the audience is hungry,” says Giannis Moustakas of GMI Live. “But the government and the private sector need to invest more in live music…