Psarantonis

The Profile

A Cretan singer and lyra player from Anogeia, celebrated for an elemental, earthy voice and his work in traditional Cretan music.

From Anogeia; frequently accompanies his singing on the Cretan lyre. Reviewers describe him as a central figure in Cretan music and note perceived admiration from artists such as Nick Cave and Warren Ellis.

The reviews present Psarantonis as a central figure of Cretan traditional music, noted for an elemental, powerful voice and frequent use of the Cretan lyre. A single DeBaser review frames him as almost mythic in his homeland of Anogeia and links him to broader influences beyond strict folk categories. The critic cites connections to artists such as Velvet Underground, Nick Cave and Warren Ellis. The album Treats of Zeus serves as the review's entry point rather than its main focus.