Famous Greek singer Demis Roussos passes away

Famous Greek singer Demis Roussos passed away in Athens, Greek. He was 68.
He was best known for his hit operatic pop ballads in the 1970s and 1980s and for his high-pitched voice and melodies inspired by Greek folklore which sold about 60 million records worldwide.
About Demis Roussos

• He was born as Artemios Ventouris Roussos in Alexandria, Egypt in 1946.
• He had started his music career at age of 17, when he joined band called The Idols.
• He was best known for his solo hits in the 1970s and 80s, including Forever and Ever, Goodbye and Quand je t’aime.
• He was also a member of progressive rock group Aphrodite’s Child.

Month: Current Affairs - January, 2015