Nikitakis - Les Cycles De Theodorakis

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Album Review: Les Cycles De Theodorakis by Nikitakis Alright, let’s talk about Les Cycles De Theodorakis, an album that kinda sneaks up on you. Released in 2002 by Day-Glo in Germany, this thing is a wild mashup of Folk, World, Country, Rock, Singer/Songwriter, and Pop vibes. It’s like someone took all these genres, threw them into a blender, and hit “puree.” And honestly? It works. Nick Nikitakis is the mastermind behind this project, wearing multiple hats as arranger, producer, and bouzouki player (yep, that stringed Greek instrument). He teams up with Mikis Theodorakis, the legendary Greek composer, whose music forms the backbone of the album. You’ve got some killer musicians here too—Frank Zimmermann on bass, Fritz Wittek on drums, Georg Grau shredding guitar, and Gunter Thiedemann adding cello magic to tracks like “Zorba The Greek (Main Theme)” and “Afto To Choma.” Now, I gotta say, two tracks really stuck with me: “Kapote Isoun Glykos – Kapote Isoun Pikros” and “Zorba The Greek (Main Theme).” First off, “Kapote Isoun Glykos – Kapote Isoun Pikros.” This one feels like a mood swing set to music. One minute it’s sweet (“glykos” means sweet), then BAM—it flips to bitter (“pikros”). The melody has this push-and-pull vibe, almost like life itself. Like when you’re chilling, thinking everything’s cool, and then something unexpected punches you in the gut. But hey, isn’t that what great music does? Makes you feel stuff without needing words to explain it? And oh man, “Zorba The Greek (Main Theme).” If you don’t know this tune, where have you been? It’s iconic for a reason. Nikitakis gives it his own spin, blending traditional Greek sounds with modern production touches. There’s this raw energy from the bouzouki that just grabs you by the soul and won’t let go. Plus, the cello adds this haunting undertone that makes it feel fresh yet timeless. Honestly, listening to this track felt like stepping into a movie scene where everyone starts dancing around a fire or smashing plates. Pure chaos—but good chaos. What surprises me most about this album is how seamless it feels despite its genre-hopping madness. It’s folk-y, rocky, poppy, and worldly all at once. At times, it feels like a tribute to Theodorakis’ legacy, but also like Nikitakis saying, “Hey, let me show you my take on this.” One random thought though: why are there duplicate track titles? Tracks like “Ena Dilino,” “Sto Perijali To Krifo,” and others appear twice. Is it intentional? A weird reprise thing? Or did someone mess up while naming files? Either way, it doesn’t ruin the experience—it just makes you scratch your head a little. In the end, Les Cycles De Theodorakis isn’t perfect, but maybe that’s the point. It’s messy, emotional, and unapologetically human. Listening to it feels like hanging out with old friends who tell stories you’ve heard before—but somehow, they still sound new every time. Weirdly enough, it made me crave souvlaki afterward. Go figure.

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Artist: Nikitakis
Album: Les Cycles De Theodorakis
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Afto to choma5:14
Imaste dio6:7
Kapote Isoun Glykos – Kapote Isoun Pikros3:13
Zorba the Greek (Main Theme)5:18
Sto perijali to krifo5:14
Sotiris petroulas3:8
Afto To Choma5:12
Ena dilino2:51
Zorba The Greek (Main Theme)5:17
Sto Perijali To Krifo5:12
Imaste Dio6:05
Kapote isoun glykos – Kapote isoun pikros3:14
Sotiris Petroulas3:09
Ena Dilino2:49
Kaimos5:53

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Catalog Numbers

DG CD97

Labels

Day-Glo

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album

Companies

RoleCompany
Phonographic Copyright (p)Thessalonia Music
Licensed ToDay-Glo Records GmbH
Distributed ByConnected Music Vertrieb GmbH

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByNick Nikitakis
BassFrank Zimmermann
BouzoukiNick Nikitakis
CelloGunter Thiedemann (tracks: 4, 8)
DrumsFritz Wittek
GuitarGeorg Grau
Mastered ByDirk Baldringer
Mixed ByUwe Baltrusch
Music ByMikis Theodorakis
ProducerNick Nikitakis, Uwe Baltrusch
Recorded ByUwe Baltrusch

Notes

Printed in the EEC

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 4 013509 009722
  • Label Code: LC 07145

About Nikitakis

Greek bouzouki player, guitarist and songwriter, born in 1955 in Thessaloniki, Greece, based in Germany.

Real Name

    • Vassilios Nikitakis

Name Vars

  • N. Nikitakis
  • Nick V. Nikitakis
  • Nicky Nikitakis
  • Niki Nikitakis
  • Nikitakis
  • V. Nick Nikitakis
  • V. Nikitakis
  • Vassilios Nikitakis

Interesting fact about Album

Here's an interesting fact: The album *Les Cycles De Theodorakis* by Nikitakis is a unique blend of genres like Folk, Rock, and Pop, but what really stands out is its connection to Greek culture. It features music composed by the legendary Mikis Theodorakis, best known for creating the iconic score of *Zorba the Greek*. This album includes two versions of the *Zorba the Greek (Main Theme)*, giving listeners a chance to experience this timeless melody in a fresh way. Recorded in Germany and released in 2002, it’s a celebration of both Greek musical heritage and international collaboration.