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It’s been reported this week that 236 UK Cypriots have died in relation to Coronavirus.
The weekly Parikiaki newspaper which has continued to print it’s circulation during the pandemic have been providing regular updates. The latest figures were published as of 22nd April 2020, however it is not known whether the deceased have died directly from Coronavirus or whether they had tested positive for the virus, but died of other causes.
The newspaper has contacted hospitals, churches, funeral directors, Turkish Cypriot media and community, plus requests for their weekly death announcements, and confirmed 236 UK Cypriots have died, with 36 deaths of UK Cypriots in the past week.
According to Parikiaki’s calculations the deceased are as follows:-
UK Greek Cypriots – 140, which includes a married couple
UK Turkish Cypriots – 80
UK Maronite Cypriot – 1
All of the above are from the London area with 5 additional UK Greek-Cypriot deaths in Birmingham, 3 (from the same family) in Weston-super-Mare, 1 in Southend, 1 in Luton, 1 in Cheltenham, 1 in Lowestoft, 1 in Derby, 1 in Cambridge and 1 in Liverpool.
With 192,262 deaths worldwide, the above total of 236 UK Cypriot deaths equates to 0.12% of deaths globally and 1.26% of deaths in the UK.
Cyprus currently has 795 cases of positive tests for Coronavirus with 14 deaths and so far, 98 have recovered from the disease, (just over 12%).
In Greece, of 2,463 cases, 127 people have died and 577 have recovered, (almost 25% so far).
Globally, from the 2,754,506 who have tested positive for the disease, 762,128 have recovered and 192,377 have died. [An almost 30% recovery rate so far and just under 7% who have died worldwide.]
The 2,754,506 confirmed worldwide cases represents 0.035% of the world’s population who have been diagnosed with Coronavirus.
London Greek Radio (LGR) expresses our sincere condolences to the families and friends of all those who have sadly died during the pandemic and continuing to work with various organisations to help and support our communities at this challenging time.
John Kyriakides, Chairman of LGR said, “The LGR family are working hard to keep listeners informed, entertained and updated during this unprecedented time. I am saddened to hear of so many deaths in our communities.”
Tony Jay, Managing Director for LGR added, “LGR will continue to promote cross-partnership initiatives to help our listeners and communities. Our work to communicate the help that is available is more important than ever because we all have a role to play in fighting this virus.”
London Greek Radio – working together with partners, businesses and organisations to support our communities. #StayHome#SaveLives#StayTuned
Information credited and attributed to Parikiaki newspaper and www.worldometers.info
Figures correct at time of publication 16:09 on Friday 24th April 2020.
Article written by London Greek Radio
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Article written by London Greek Radio
The increasing daily death toll from Coronavirus has stunned the nation. The pandemic has caused widespread disruption to jobs, family life and individual liberty. Our Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, is currently fighting this dreadful disease.
The media and politicians alike suggest that we will need to call upon ‘The Dunkirk Spirit’ to see us through the crisis. It was said that the “Yorkshire flood victims showed the Dunkirk Spirit as they battled the rising water”. However, what does this really mean?
A brief look at the history does at least give us a startling perspective.
The renown historian, AJP Taylor famously wrote, “Dunkirk was a great deliverance and a great disaster but it might simply have been a great disaster”. Put bluntly, had Hitler not halted the advance of his Panzers at a critical point during the allied retreat, the miracle of Dunkirk would not have been possible. The term ‘Dunkirk Spirit’ would not exist.
Hypothetically, under these circumstances, “Dunkirk Capitulation” is a more appropriate epitaph as it is likely that the whole area would rapidly have been transformed into a giant POW cage.
As we know, for reasons which have never been convincingly explained, Hitler did halt his tanks, allowing the British and French to build a defensive perimeter around Dunkirk making mass evacuation possible.
More than three-hundred thousand British and French troops were evacuated from the beaches of Dunkirk. But make no mistake – this was a collective effort. A brilliant feat of improvisation from our forces supported by a selfless rear-guard action from troops on the ground, notably the defenders of Calais and the French 12th motorised infantry division.
However, not everyone behaved as heroes and, like today, although most are observing social distancing, but not all, back then, some service personnel / civilians behaved selfishly.
Recently, Scotland’s chief medical officer has resigned after making two trips to her second home during the coronavirus “lockdown”. The chief medical officer had fronted television and radio adverts urging the public to stay at home to save lives and protect the NHS. However, it is the majority that create a collective spirit, not random individuals.
In 1940, private boat owners volunteered themselves and their vessels, (often just pleasure craft), to help with the evacuation. Their contribution was critical and is regarded, rightly so. with great pride. No doubt, in time, memories of the volunteers prepared to risk infection for the greater cause during the Coronavirus will attribute similar status.
After Dunkirk, Winston Churchill reminded the public, “wars are not won by evacuations”, but added, “there was a victory inside this deliverance which should be noted”. From this platform, based on a common spirit of defiance, Churchill was able to galvanise a nation to defend itself against invasion.
Of course, to varying degrees, this spirit was evident during the threat from the Spanish Armada and later Napoleon, although modern communication was not available then so the message would have taken time to circulate. Churchill had radio. Today our leaders have satellite TV, the internet and social media.
It is often said that the British are at their best when their “backs are to the wall.” There is truth in this. Unlike our cousins across the pond, we champion the underdog, celebrate near misses, honourable defeats, resistance against all odds, rarely sublime victory. At the defence of the mission-station at Rorke’s Drift, which was a courageous, yet defensive engagement, the ‘hero’ status was accorded to Captain Scott after failing to reach Antarctica ahead of his biggest rival.
Our sentimental attachment with the Second World War is another factor. A couple of weeks ago, H.M the Queen made a rare televised address to the nation in which she called on the country to “remain united and resolute”, and echoed the words of Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime anthem, when she said “we will meet again.” I can’t imagine other world leaders resurrecting our memories from the war to boost morale.
We are told hundreds of workers in small laboratories across the UK are working to create a 21st century flotilla of little ships to avert Britain`s threatened Coronavirus Dunkirk by testing the nation’s frontline NHS workers. This is truly uplifting, but is it really a version of the Dunkirk Spirit?
I believe this reaction to be a trait which is intrinsically British, but not exclusively so. “Lest we forget” the Spartans gallant stand at Thermopylae against overwhelming odds, or the French defenders at Verdun.
We may very well be a softer society than the one our parents or grandparents inhabited, but our current plight and capacity to endure should be measured against our world of 2020, not 1940.
I joined in the hand-clapping for National Heath /social workers which, although pre-ordained by the media, showed the very best of British. In my street, (Heywood Road, Harrogate), people came together in a simultaneous act of appreciation. Whole families clapped and cheered, not only out of respect, but there was a real sense of ‘we are in this fight together – we will beat this disease together.’ Other countries have shown their appreciation in similar ways but it is unusual for the British to embrace a collective emotional outpouring of this kind.
We may very well still be influenced by past glories perceived or otherwise, but our special spirit remains intact. Whether this is a British characteristic or the Dunkirk Spirit remains to be seen, but it is nevertheless, something we will be increasingly reliant upon in the months to come.
Michael Janes
LGR Broadcast Journalist.
Article written by Michael Janes
Top 40 London Greek Radio ‘Airplay Chart’
February 01 to February 28, 2020
The LGR Airplay Chart this month.
The biggest, most in demand hit songs in the Chart.
The rankings are based on radio airplay detection as measured by the official ‘UK Airplay Chart’.
The latest and greatest Greek tunes and the Best New Music on LGR…
1 Christos Mastoras, Dimitris Basis – Ena Lepto
2 Josephine – Den Echo Sima
3 Anastasios Rammos – Se Dyo Mono Matia
4 Giorgos Livanis, Areti Ketime – Ela Apopse
5 Christina Salti, Ilias Vrettos – Taxidi Magiko
6 Giannis Vardis, Giorgos Lianos – Emeis I Dio
7 Nikiforos – Ta Leme To Vradi
8 Michalis Hatzigiannis – Vale Ena Kafe
9 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Val’to Terma
10 Natasa Theodoridou – Chartopolemos
11 Apostolia Zoi, Nino – Esy
12 Nikos Kourkoulis – Eline Kai Edene
13 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Kathimerina
14 Ivi Adamou feat. Konnie Metaxa – Pao
15 Eirini Papadopoulou, Stamatis Houhoulis – Halali
16 Nikos Apergis – Ego O Dinatos
17 Christos Menidiatis – Stin Avli Tis
18 Konstantinos Argiros – Ta Matia Sou Eroteftika
19 Despina Vandi – Esto Ligo Akoma
20 Eirini Papadopoulou – Koita Min Aggizeis
21 Elli Kokkinou – Taxe Mou
22 Peggy Zina – Mesa Mou Kati Egine
23 Nikos Vertis – Allaxa
24 Ilias Kampakakis – Se Synantisa
25 Vasilis Dimas, Melina Makri – Ofthalmapati
26 Stan – De Me Xereis
27 Kostas Doxas – Diva
28 Petros Iakovidis – Fovamai
29 Katy Garbi – Ilios De Vgainei An Den Peis Kalimera
30 Onirama – Pote Den Ksereis
31 Christos Mastoras – Den Exw Idea
32 Helena Paparizou – Haide
33 Stelios Rokkos – Makari
34 Christos Cholidis – Pali Sto Spiti Mou Charamata
35 Christos Menidiatis – Paratise Ta Ola
36 Alkistis Protopsalti, Antonis Remos – S’ Agapo
37 Christos Dantis – Pros To Paron
38 Eleonora Zouganeli – Kapou S’ Eho Xanadi
39 Eleonora Zouganeli – To Kokkino Potami
40 Alcatrash – De M’ Akoumpas
Celebrating Greek music and creativity on the air-waves
Source: London Greek Radio, Official UK Airplay Chart
February 1st to 28th 2020 inclusive
Article written by London Greek Radio
Top 40 London Greek Radio ‘Airplay Chart’
December 01 to December 28, 2019
This month’s popular Greek song’s on LGR culminating in the final month, December of 2019.
LGR is celebrating Greek music and creativity on the air-waves.
This year, was no doubt brilliant for Greek music, our chart shows a few of our timeless festive favourites, to current choices, and new releases this winter.
The rankings are based on radio airplay detection as measured by the official ‘UK Airplay Chart’.
The best new music, latest and greatest Greek hits… tune in to LGR!
1 Despina Vandi – Xristougenna
2 Josephine – Den Echo Sima
3 Christos Mastoras, Dimitris Basis – Ena Lepto
4 Helena Paparizou – Christougenna Xana
5 Christos Menidiatis – Paratise Ta Ola
6 Eleni Foureira – 2020 S’ Agapo
7 Antzi Samiou – Ta Pio Glyka Xristougenna
8 Christina Salti, Ilias Vrettos – Taxidi Magiko
9 Anastasios Rammos – Se Dyo Mono Matia
10 Eirini Papadopoulou feat. Stamatis Houcholis – Halali
11 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Val’to Terma
12 Petros Iakovidis – Fovamai
13 Ivi Adamou feat. Konnie Metaxa – Pao
14 Christos Cholidis – Pali Sto Spiti Mou Charamata
15 Konstantinos Argyros – Ta Matia Sou Eroteftika
16 Kelly Kelekidou – Gia Hari Sou
17 Antonis Remos – Edo Kai Tora
18 Kostas Doxas – Seri
19 Wham! – Last Christmas
20 Notis Sfakianakis – H Mpalanta Ton Xristougennon
21 Nikos Kourkoulis – Eline Kai Edene
22 Kostas Martakis – Os Ta Xristougenna
23 Giorgos Livanis, Areti Ketime – Ela Apopse
24 Natasa Theodoridou – Den Me Afora
25 Andromachi – Na ‘soun Psema
26 Natasa Theodoridou – Hartopolemos
27 Mariah Carey – All I Want For Christmas Is You
28 Konstantinos Tsachouridis feat. Melina Aslanidou – Mesa Stin Agkalia Sou
29 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Kathimerina
30 Nikiforos – Ta Leme To Vradi
31 Onirama – Pou Isoun Chtes
32 Stan – De Me Xereis
33 Panos Kiamos – Sto Ftero
34 Stelios Rokkos – Makari
35 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – De S’Agapao
36 Thanos Petrelis – Pao Diakopes, Ta Leme
37 Peggy Zina – Mesa Mou Kati Egine
38 Lena Zevgara – Ela Ela
39 Themis Adamantidis – Stin Kardia
40 Konstantinos Christoforou & Vasiliki Ntanta – Ki Iha Pou Les
Source: London Greek Radio, Official UK Airplay Chart
December 1st to 28th 2019 inclusive
Article written by London Greek Radio
Top 30 London Greek Radio ‘UK Airplay Chart’, November 03 to 30, 2019
This month’s popular Greek song’s artists on LGR…
These rankings are based on radio airplay detections as measured by ‘UK Airplay Chart’.
Tune in to LGR to hear the latest and greatest Greek hits and the best new music.
1 Josephine – Den Exo Sima
2 Christos Mastoras, Dimitris Basis – Ena Lepto
3 Antonis Remos – Edo Kai Tora
4 Christos Menidiatis – Paratise Ta Ola
5 Elena Tsagkrinou – Logia
6 Peggy Zina – Mesa Mou Kati Egine
7 Christina Salti, Ilias Vrettos – Taxidi Magiko
8 Natasa Theodoridou – Hartopolemos
9 Eirini Papadopoulou feat. Stamatis Houhoulis – Halali
10 Andromachi – Na ‘Soun Psema
11 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Kathimerina
12 Ivi Adamou feat. Konnie Metaxa – Pao
13 Dimitris Karadimos – Einaste Ena
14 Nikos Kourkoulis – Eline Kai Edene
15 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Val’To Terma
16 Petros Iakovidis – Fovamai
17 Stan – De Me Ksereis
18 Natasa Theodoridou – Den Me Afora
19 Giorgos Sabanis – Min Anisicheis
20 Pantelis Pantelidis – Kako Skili
21 Elli Kokkinou – Taxe Mou
22 Konstantinos Argyros – Ta Matia Sou Eroteftika
23 Stelios Rokkos – Makari
24 Eleni Foureira, Lil Barty – Allo Level
25 Panos Kiamos – Sto Ftero
26 Konstantinos Tsahouridis feat. Melina Aslanidou – Mesa Stin Agkalia Sou
27 Nikos Vertis – Allaxa
28 Panos Kalidis – Anathema
29 Christos Cholidis – Pali Sto Spiti Mou Haramata
30 Giorgos Livanis – Ela Apopse
Source: London Greek Radio, the UK Airplay Chart
November 3rd to 30th 2019 inclusive
Article written by London Greek Radio
Top 30 London Greek Radio ‘UK Airplay Chart’, October 04 to 31, 2019
This month’s most popular Greek song’s artists, ranked by radio airplay detections as measured by ‘UK Airplay Chart’.
Tune in to LGR to hear the latest Greek hits and the best new music, promos, exclusives
1 Christina Salti, Ilias Vrettos – Taxidi Magiko
2 Antonis Remos – Edo Kai Tora
3 Eirini Papadopoulou (feat. Stamatis Houhoulis) – Halali
4 Onirama – Pou Isoun Xtes
5 Nikos Kourkoulis – Eline Kai Edene
6 Christos Mastoras, Dimitris Basis – Ena Lepto
7 Natasa Theodoridou – Den Me Afora
8 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Val’To Terma
9 Petros Iakovidis – Fovamai
10 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Kathimerina
11 Stan – Ximeronei
12 Christos Cholidis – Pali Sto Spiti Mou Haramata
13 Nikos Vertis – Allaxa
14 Konstantinos Argyros – Ta Matia Sou Eroteftika
15 Stan – Kati Tetoies Nychtes
16 Thodoris Ferris – Ta Amartola Sou Matia 2019
17 Eleonora Zouganeli – To Kokkino Potami
18 Giota Negka – Dyo Nisia
19 Eleonora Zouganeli – Kapou S’ Exw Ksanadei
20 Konstantinos Galanos – Gia Mia Matia
21 Konstantinos Koufos – Metro Antistrofa
22 Helena Paparizou – Askopa Xenihtia
23 Stan – De Me Ksereis
24 Fani Drakopoulou – Petao Psila
25 Giorgos Mazonakis – Agapo Simeni
26 Stan – Kai Zilevo Pou S Ehei
27 Giota Negka – Oxygono
28 Knock Out, Zanis Blasin – Vrady Savvatou
29 Christos Menidiatis – Stin Avli Tis
30 Giorgos Mazonakis – Oinopneuma Ftino
Source: London Greek Radio, the UK Airplay Chart
October 4th to 31st 2019 inclusive
Article written by London Greek Radio
London Greek Radio Celebrates 30 Years of Broadcasting.
The UK’s longest-serving ethnic radio station to hold an FM licence commemorates its birthday.
London Greek Radio, (LGR), celebrates 30 years of broadcasting as a radio station on 13th November 2019, becoming the UK’s longest-serving ethnic radio station to hold an FM licence.
Listeners, presenters, staff and management celebrated its 30th birthday at a “Dinner & Dance” event on 30th October, with Cypriot singer, Stelios Chiotis and others.
Britain’s first-ever licensed ethnic radio station began official broadcasting on 13th November 1989 upon being awarded its licence, breaking ground for changing the landscape of UK radio.
A special day of “celebratory programming” will take place on Wednesday 13th November 2019 from 7am until Midnight to also mark the anniversary.
The book, ‘London’s Pirate Pioneers’ by Stephen Hebditch tells the story of the capital’s pirate radio stations and the people who helped change the British broadcasting system.
LGR’s undeniable legacy and the intense pressures the station faced to be closed down is highlighted by the author. London Greek Radio became Britain’s first-ever licensed ethnic radio station upon being awarded its FM frequency and is the UK’s longest-serving ethnic radio station to hold that FM licence.
The station’s strong community backbone is as relevant now as ever it was.
Over the years, London Greek Radio has become steadfast to a wide range of listeners; from maturing-settlers-to-the-UK, to the coming-of-age of British Greeks and Cypriots – connecting listeners to their roots through a carefully balanced programming of music, speech, entertainment and news.
The station is an integrated part of the communities’ sociable lives including the organising of successful, frequently ‘sold-out’ events such as the annual ‘Dinner & Dance’ to the regular ‘Club-Nights’ which are immensely popular with the station’s younger audience.
Today, in addition to serving communities on 103.3 FM, LGR has been taken into 21st-century broadcasting by joining the Digital Radio platform.
LGR can now be heard in four major cities on DAB+ (digital radio), namely London, Birmingham, Manchester and crossing into Scotland, Glasgow.
As part of the station’s ever-growing expansion, LGR now also broadcasts to Larnaca in Cyprus, on 93 FM, believed to be the first ever FM station in the world to broadcast on FM in another country.
Furthermore, listeners extend worldwide, online at lgr.co.uk and the station has a free app for mobile devices which listeners can download from the App or Play stores, embracing the ‘on-the-move’ audience.
LGR’s Managing Director, Tony Jay, said, “More listeners are discovering the ever-growing London Greek Radio family every day, and it’s not only Greek-speaking listeners but English, Jewish, Albanian, Arab, Bulgarian, Turkish, Russian and many more who frequently tune in.
He added, “LGR is undergoing a revamp with fresh ideas to attract an even wider audience. Exciting times ahead; ‘onwards and upwards’.”
LGR’s Chairman John Kyriakides, said, “With LGR’s edgier playlists of the biggest Greek and Cypriot tunes, Modern Laika, Greek Pop, Entehna, Golden-Oldies, Alternative, Folk and current Chart Hits, we continue to serve the listener.
“It is this fundamental reason that the station remains the preferred choice in most Greek and Cypriot homes, offices, shops, factories, workplaces, vehicles and venues.”
The birthday party continues on 30th November when the station invites you to help celebrate at it’s ‘Greekology‘ Club Night at Trent Park Country Club. To secure your attendance, visit, lgr.co.uk/lgr-presents-greekology-at-the-country-club-2/
Happy Birthday to LGR – Here’s to the next 30 years!
Article written by London Greek Radio
It is with deep regret that we share the news of the death of a former much-loved LGR presenter.
Chrys Chrysanthou sadly passed away on Tuesday 3rd September 2019 at the age of 68.
As a former radio presenter and producer for London Greek Radio for more than 20 years, he was a much-loved and professional broadcaster.
As a presenter during LGR’s pirate years from 1985, Chrys continued on the airwaves well into LGR’s legitimacy as a station, up until 2006 when he decided to undertake other ventures.
He was renowned for shows which were always well-prepared and researched, valuing the importance of quality Greek music, including Laiko-Entehno and alternative styles particularly being played during his shows.
As a well-known member of the community, Chrys was a respected journalist and photographer for the Vema, Parikiaki and Nea newspapers, as well as being an LGR broadcaster.
Many couples requested Chrys to be their official wedding photographer and he also took professional photos at Christenings and other functions. He also photographed and interviewed worldwide superstars including, Muhammad Ali, Julie Andrews, Roger Moore, Telly Savalas, Omar Sharif, Vincent Price, Oliver Reed and Lee Marvin.
In the world of music, Chrys also interviewed and photographed The Bee Gees, Elton John, the Rolling Stones, Cliff Richard, Marc Bolan, The Who, Ringo Starr, Art Garfunkel, David Essex, Mikis Theodorakis, Cat Stevens, Michael Jackson, Tom Jones, Demis Roussos, Diana Ross, David Bowie, George Michael, Nana Mouskouri and Neil Diamond.
He even took photos of members of the Royal family such as the prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and Princess Anne.
Chrys was born in Famagusta and his parents were from the village of Komi Kebir.
After attending Gymnasium Ammochostos, he came to London where he studied at the London School of Journalism and Barnet and Southgate College, where he specialised in Graphic Design.
Thereafter, Chrys moved to Los Angeles, France and Greece before moving to Limassol in Cyprus to set up The Chrys Chrysanthou Photo Studio.
He was devoted to helping his family and friends and was loved by everyone in the community.
John Kyriakides, Chairman of London Greek Radio said, “I share the sorrow we all feel at the news of our dear friend’s passing. Chrys was a true gentleman and maintained the highest of standards at LGR. He will be missed by many and I will always have the fondest memories of him.”
Chrys’ legacy lives on through his two sons, Alex and Philip, and his sister Nitsa.
Funeral details were confirmed for Thursday 5th September 2019 at Agia Fyla Church in Limassol, Cyprus.
Everyone at London Greek Radio expresses their deep sorrow at Chrys’ sad passing and express their sincere condolences to family and friends.
Chrys Chrysanthou
Radio Presenter & Producer
London Greek Radio
2 March 1985 to 21 June 2006
Article written by London Greek Radio
Top 30 London Greek Radio UK Airplay Chart, August 1st-29th, 2019
The London Greek Radio UK Airplay Chart is a monthly chart compiled by ‘Radio Monitor’ monitoring the ‘tunes’. The chart is a useful tool to review a lot of our music choices.
There are of course many popular tracks and favourites of both listeners and radio presenters which are included here.
1 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Val ‘To Terma
2 Thanos Petrelis – Pao Diakopes, Ta Leme
3 Eirini Papadopoulou (feat. Stamatis Houhoulis) – Halali
4 Antonis Remos – Edo Kai Tora
5 Natasa Theodoridou – Mi Mou Peis Gia Panta
6 Onirama – Pou Isoun Xtes
7 Nikos Kourkoulis – Eline Kai Edene
8 Stan – De Me Ksereis
9 Christos Mastoras – Den Exw Idea
10 Petros Iakovidis – Fovamai
11 Claydee & Eleni Foureira – Loquita
12 Helena Paparizou – Kalokairi Kai Pathos
13 Elli Kokkinou – Takse Mou
14 Christos Menidiatis – Stin Avli Tis
15 Nikos Oikonomopoulos – Dyo Zoes
16 Giota Negka – Dyo Nisia
17 Ivi Adamou feat. Stavento – Diko Mou
18 Melisses & Elena Paparizou – Ola Moiazoun Kalokairi
19 Dionysis Schinas – Edo Sti Douleia
20 Konstantinos Tsachouridis feat. Melina Aslanidou – Mesa Stin Agkalia Sou
21 Kostas Doxas – Diva
22 Super Sako feat. Panos Kiamos & Bo – Thelo Na Se Xanado
23 Eleni Foureira – El Ritmo Psicodélico
24 Vangelis Kakouriotis – Stenohoria Mou (feat. Phoebus)
25 Paris – Thalasses
26 Eleonora Zouganeli – Kapou S’ Exw ksanadei
27 Makis Dimakis – Den Pao Kala
28 Giorgos Mazonakis – Agapo Simainei
29 Giorgos Mazonakis – Oinopneuma Ftino
30 Konstantinos Argiros – Ta Matia Sou Eroteftika
Source: London Greek Radio, the UK Airplay Chart
August 1st-29th, 2019
Article written by London Greek Radio
