Manolis Mitsias, born on February 26, 1946, in Doumpia near Polygyros, Greece, is a Greek singer known for his contributions to laïko, light laïko, and entekhno genres. From an early age, he was interested in Byzantine and folk music, serving as a cantor before studying in Thessaloniki. Mitsias began his solo singing career in 1969 with the release of "Στην Ελευσίνα μια φορά" ("In Elefsina Once"), written by Dimos Moutsis. His debut album, Μανώλης Μητσιάς, followed shortly after. Throughout his career, he collaborated with prominent composers such as Mikis Theodorakis, Manos Hatzidakis, and Vassilis Tsitsanis, and singers including Maria Farantouri and Dimitra Galani. Notable albums include "Αποχαιρετισμός" (1975), "Περίπατος" (1976), and "Στου καιρού τα ρέματα" (1982). Mitsias celebrated his 40-year career in the summer of 2009.
