Giorgos Batis

Giorgos Batis, born in Methana, Greece, was a notable singer and musician. He moved to Piraeus in 1902 and gained recognition for his skill on the baglamas. Batis' career unfolded during significant historical events, including the Balkan Wars and the Metaxas dictatorship. His compositions were often censored, leading him to stop recording new songs. Despite this, 16 of his works survived on record, notably "Jiftopoula sto Hamam," later popularized by Glykeria. Batis collaborated with figures like Markos Vamvakaris and Anestis Delias in the Piraeus Quartet during the 1930s. He also ran a café and music business, becoming a central figure in Piraeus' musical scene.