Takis "Kokotas" Stathoulis is the most sought-after entertainer in the Greek music scene today. With his passionate vocals, charismatic persona and fun loving nature, Takis energizes the audience every time he performs. This is also evident on the latest CD Album release "Tragoudia Yia Filous" translated "Songs For Friends". A compilation of Greek classic songs that stem from an era where lyrics and music came from the heart. A reflection of the Greek spirit that we hold unto today. The album features long time friends, bouzouki virtuoso Alekos Galas, composer- pianist, Dimitris Papakostas and Greek recording artist- vocalist, Voula Karahaliou. The new double edition also features tracks never released from his 1988 recording sessions in Athens, Greece.
Takis performances are supported by the best session musicians from the music industry capital of Los Angeles. Performing nationally for festivals, weddings and celebrity events. Also including appearances on several television shows. As an entertainment promoter Takis has worked with Dick Clark, Jan and Dean, Chuck Berry, The Shirelles, Crowded House and many others. His most memorable performances were for Telly Savalas, Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson's wedding and appearances as a Greek singer on Ripley's Believe It Or Not, Sabado Gigante, Animal Planet, WWE and The Osbornes Reloaded.
