Greek and Cypriot radio stations pay tribute to Giorgos Mazonakis

On September 11, 2026, Greek and Cypriot radio stations held a massive musical tribute following the reported passing of singer Giorgos Mazonakis. Within a single hour, 117 radio stations across both countries collectively broadcast 241 of his songs, setting an unprecedented record in the regional music industry.

According to data from Media Inspector, the playlist was dominated by 50 of the artist's most popular tracks. The song "Aniko se mena" was the most frequently played, airing 49 times in one hour, followed by "Thelo na gyriso sta palia" with 16 plays, "Ores mikres" with 14, and "Epoptosis" with 13. Other notable songs included "Fevgo gia mena," "San dyo stagones vrochi," and "Me lene Giorgo." This coordinated rotation serves as a public acknowledgment of the significant cultural impact the artist had throughout his career.

The widespread broadcast across 117 stations occurred almost immediately after news of his death became public. The high frequency of these plays reflects the emotional response and the legacy of the singer in the regional music scene.