Nikos Tsiachris stands for a matured Flamenco artist whose playing style is presented in beautiful compositions.

‘It’s been a long time since the Flamenco guitarist Nikos Tsiachris had the idea to record a solo album. But just now the time was ripe for it. The new album ‘Alcance’ by Nikos Tsiachris stands for a matured Flamenco artist whose outstanding playing style is presented in beautiful original compositions. Especially the 4 solo guitar pieces prove that the Berlin based artist with Greek roots can definitely keep up with the Spanish masters.

At the same time ‘Alcance’ was a self-analysis: So Nikos Tsiachris states ‘I am a modern Flamenco artist. Anyone who expects a 70s and 80s Flamenco sound will be disappointed.’ In fact the album sends out a modernity and exquisite freshness. Right in the first track the listener encounters a Rock guitar, which leads to the song ending and echoes in the distance. In the track ‘Lobna’ a trumpet solo in a Taqsim style surprises the listener. It contributes to a the song’s captivating oriental touch.

Nikos Tsiachris was supported by the excellent percussion player Bandolero, who has already toured internationally with the ‘Jorge Pardos Trio’ and the ‘Joaqun Corts Ballet Flamenco’. On ‘Alcance’ Bandolero plays cajn, palmas and jaleo and grands the album with a unique rhythmical note. Amazingly both musicians got to know each other just 2 days before the recording. But they musically understood each other right away and recorded these wonderful and diversified album. Furthermore Nikos Tsiachris invited following great guest musicians: the double bass player Yelsy Heredia who has played with Diego el Cigala, Bebo and Chucho Valds; the Flamenco singer Juan Crdenas who wrote a lovely poem for the tune ”Veleta”.

The first solo album by Nikos Tsiachris is a colorful album full of authenticity, passion and love!’

‘Alcance’ was awarded, with the label, Top of the World by the international renown Songlines magazine.

Track Listing

• Alcance (Bulera)
• Lobna (Sole)
• Veta (Alegra) Dedicado a Sevast
• Ssifo (Farruca)
• Baracoa (Rumba)
• Crislida (Granana)
• Insomnio (Bulera)
• Recuerdos de Infancia (Garrotn)
• Veleta (Cancin)

Additional Details

Label:Galileo Music

Genre:Folk

Language:English

Run Time:50:15 mins

Region:0

Release Date:01/19/18

UPC:4250095800757