Rebetiko is a genre of music that originated in Greece in the early 20th century. It is characterized by its use of traditional Greek instruments such as the bouzouki and the baglama, as well as its melancholic and often political lyrics. Rebetiko music is often associated with the urban working class and has been described as the "Greek blues." It has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years, with many contemporary artists incorporating elements of rebetiko into their music.
Here is a list of rebetiko artists on Spotify, ranked based on popularity, who exemplifies the rebetiko genre. You can find out what rebetiko genre sounds like where you can preview artists or sort them the way you want, just click the headers to sort.
