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Greek rock-folk icon Dionysis Savvopoulos, known as Nionios, died at 80, remembered for his protest music during Greece’s dictatorship.
Greek singer-songwriter Dionysis Savvopoulos, known as Nionios, has died at 80.
A pivotal figure in Greek music, he gained fame in the 1960s for his politically charged lyrics and fusion of rock, folk, and traditional styles.
His work, influenced by artists like Bob Dylan and Frank Zappa, became a voice of resistance during Greece’s military dictatorship, leading to his imprisonment.
Albums like *Fortigo* and *The Fool’s Garden* solidified his legacy.
He continued creating music and released his autobiography in early 2025, reflecting on his 2020 lung cancer diagnosis.
Tributes came from Greek leaders, including Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and President Konstantinos Tassoulas.
He is survived by his wife, two sons, and two grandsons.
El ícono del rock-folk griego Dionysis Savvopoulos, conocido como Nionios, falleció a los 80 años, recordado por su música de protesta durante la dictadura de Grecia.