Giannis Tsanakalis
Giannis Vlastaridis, known as Tsanakalis, was a Pontic lyra player, singer and songwriter.
Biography
Giannis Tsanakalis (1931–2001) was born in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki. He learned alongside Stavris and Gogos Petridis, developing a career that combined lyra playing, singing, composition and lyrics. Improvisation and humour were distinctive elements of his work. His recordings include Ta pontiaka tou Tsanakali and International - Tsanakalis.
Discography
1-2 of 2 releases
Album198111 tracks
International Tsanakalis
A VASIPAP release with 11 tracks.
Album197412 tracks
Ta pontiaka tou Tsanakali
A VASIPAP release with 12 tracks.