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Sofia Kourtesis

Sofia Kourtesis

Tradition meets the catchy deep house. Emotions flow through repetitive beats. A connection with loved ones and anonymous dancing in the club. Sofia Kourtesis brings a unique blend of contrasts to her music, offering something familiar yet original to her listeners. Pitchfork aptly described her debut Madres as a sparkling collection of protest chants, club rhythms, and sun-soaked synthesizers that speak to the spiritual nourishment of dance music.

Sofia’s journey into music began with attending her first concert by Manu Chao. A few years later, she met her musical hero through a sample in her track Estación Esperanza, where she recontextualizes a classic hit with the mantra ¿Qué horas son, mi corazón?. The connection between Sofia and her work also extends to her personal life. While living in Berlin, she chose to honor neurosurgeon Peter Vajkoczy, who treated her ill mother, with her music.

Although Sofia initially dreamed of making films during her university years, she found that visual storytelling wasn’t as close to her heart. Instead, she began translating her scripts into audio tracks, leading to the creation of her unique sound. Through this process, Sofia demonstrates that even in dance music and club settings, everyday stories and emotions can truly flourish. One of her early tracks, Home Is Where I Can Dance, perfectly captures the feelings and themes she explores in her work.