Cretan-born and New York-based artist Erini stands at the crossroads of worlds—musical, cultural, and emotional. A singer, composer, and Berklee College of Music professor, Erini has carved a singular space in contemporary music through her fearless blending of genres and traditions. Her artistry traverses jazz, classical, pop, and traditional Greek music, interwoven with poetry and emotional depth.
Throughout the 2010s, Erini’s boundless versatility carried her to some of the world’s most prestigious stages. From performing in over 1,074 shows with Cirque du Soleil to appearances at Carnegie Hall, WOMEX 2023, and venues across the globe, her voice has become synonymous with both technical excellence and heartfelt storytelling.
Her dedication to preserving and reimagining Asia Minor Greek musical heritage has earned her distinguished honors, including the Greek America Foundation’s 40 Under 40 Award and the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Traditional Arts Fellowship. Beyond accolades, her collaborations speak volumes: Erini has shared the stage and studio with luminaries such as Danilo Pérez, Terri Lyne Carrington, Nella, Jorge Glem, and Daniel Hope, and has lent her voice to Grammy-nominated albums.
What sets Erini apart is not merely her vocal range, but her approach to sound itself. She layers harmonies to create the sensation of an entire choir resonating in perfect unity—each tone intentional, each pause poetic. Her music captures the delicate balance between innovation and reverence for tradition, inviting audiences to experience both the ancient and the modern in one breath.
In June 2024, Erini released her debut album, Fos, via Ropeadope and Minos EMI (a Universal Music Group company). The record illuminates her vision: a luminous journey through identity, memory, and transformation—where timeless melodies meet a bold, contemporary spirit.
With every performance, Erini reminds listeners that the voice is not just an instrument, but a vessel for history, emotion, and endless reinvention. The world, it seems, is just beginning to catch up with her light.
