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Release Athens Festival

Plateia Nerou, Greece
3 artists

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Release Athens Festival: World Legends in Greece

The Release Athens Festival has established itself as the major event on the Greek music scene, attracting international headliners to the Hellenic capital. This prestigious festival offers an eclectic lineup blending alternative rock, art rock, hip-hop, and electronica, creating memorable evenings in exceptional Athens venues.

The 2026 edition brings together a cast of absolute legends with GORILLAZ, Damon Albarn's visionary project blending electropop, alternative dance, and eclectic collaborations. The festival also welcomes the iconic David Byrne, former Talking Heads leader, whose art pop and experimental rock performances transcend generations.

The dark poet Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds brings his emotional depth and unique gothic rock universe, while THREE DAYS GRACE represents the alternative metal and hard rock side with their raw energy and catchy anthems. This artistic diversity makes the Release Athens Festival a celebration of indie rock and crossover prog.

Each concert becomes a major cultural event in Athenian life, where the meeting between ancient heritage and musical modernity creates a unique atmosphere. The Release Athens Festival establishes itself as the showcase of international music culture in Greece, offering Greek and European festival-goers the opportunity to see iconic artists in an exceptional Mediterranean setting.

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🎤Lineup

Headliners
GORILLAZ – Electropop
GORILLAZ
Electropop
David Byrne – Rock
David Byrne
Rock
Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds – Rock
Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds
Rock

Location

Plateia Nerou, Greece

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Location
Plateia Nerou, Greece
Artists
3 artists
Official website
releaseathens.gr
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