BIOGRAPHY OF CONTRIBUTORS

Michalis Filippou : He was born in the village of Psevda, Larnaca, in December 1996. Since 2020, he has been writing lyrics that are mainly social in nature and not only. His first song was released in 2021 with music and lyrics by Michalis Lysiotis. In 2023, he decided to publish his lyrics in the form of a poetry collection. After many rejections, the Athens-based Vakchikon publications entrusted his writings and thus they will release together his first poetry collection on April 15, 2025. The author's ultimate goal is to have his poetry set to music.

Michalis Lysiotis : He is a Cypriot singer and songwriter. He studied at the University of Nicosia in the Bachelor of Music field of study, specialized in Jazz performance. He has been involved in music since his childhood, playing classical guitar. He studied at the Larnaca Music Lyceum as a classical guitarist. During his military service, he graduated with honors with a degree in vocals. Since 2018, he has participated as a core member of the vocal ensemble Simfonia Magistrale with conductor Roulla Tyrimou. In 2021, he began teaching vocal and guitar lessons in conservatories, while in recent years he has been releasing his own songs and re-performances of songs through his personal YouTube channel.

George Papakonstantinou : He is a Cypriot poet, writer and playwright. Through poetry and literature, he imagines society in a new way, combining tradition with the modern element. His works touch on issues of identity, social relations and human behavior, bridging languages and cultures. He has written six books including Colors and Shadows in the Dark. He draws inspiration from his genealogical roots and encourages the audience to imagine a society based on solidarity and the collective power of transformation. His work has been presented in Cyprus, Greece and the United Kingdom.

Stavros Loizias : Stavros Loizias is a musician from Larnaca, 33 years old, who has collaborated with a multitude of artists and has performed in well-known music scenes such as Savino Live and the RED music scene. He has also taken part in important cultural events, presenting alternative Greek programs in Municipal Theaters. He has participated in the past in Sistema Cyprus. He is an active member of artistic projects such as the band Dopanime, which marries Japanese anime culture with music and visuals. It is worth noting that Stavros is one of the two composers who set poems from the first book of Michalis Filippou to music, contributing to the creation of a unique musical-literary work

Encarnita Io : She is a dynamic artist and performer from Cyprus, with roots in rock, pop, New Wave, but also elements of metal and groove aesthetics. With over 15 years of experience in live performances. In 2023, she made her discography debut with the single "Vythos". Currently, Encarnita is in a creative period, preparing her first personal album. The album will highlight her multidimensional musical identity and the narrative power of her songs. At the same time, she continues to make multiple live appearances on music stages and festivals, sharing her energy and passion with the audience. Her stage presence is characterized by authenticity, intensity and a deep emotional bond with her audience.

Konstantinos Dimitriadis : He is a dynamic drummer and percussionist with experience in live performances, studio recordings and composition. He specializes in blues, funk, rock and world music, with an emphasis on synchronization, rhythmic creativity and flexibility. He has collaborated with artists and bands such as 1000Mods, Planet of Zeus and Nightstalker, participating in international tours and productions. He teaches drums at Crescendo Marina's School of Music, while also being active as a session musician. He is a graduate of Music and Music Education from the University of Nicosia.