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Loukas Yorkas (Greek: Λούκας Γιώρκας) born in Aradippou, Cyprus, on 18 October 1986, is a Cypriot singer and the winner of the first season of the Greek version of the television talent series The X Factor. In September 2009 he released his first EP album, Mazi, which attained gold certification. He studies Biology at the University of Patras.[1] Loukas Yorkas represented Greece in the Eurovision Song Contest 2011 in Germany along with Stereo Mike, with the song "Watch My Dance", placing seventh with 120 points.
Loukas Yorkas Λούκας Γιώρκας | |
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Background information | |
Born | October 18, 1986 |
Origin | Aradippou, Cyprus |
Genres | Laïko, Pop |
Occupation | Singer |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, Guitar |
Years active | 2009–present |
Labels | Sony Music (2009-2011) Minos EMI (2011-2017) Cobalt Music (2017-present) |
Website | loukasyorkas |
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On 11 January 2011, Greece's Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation (ERT) announced that Loukas Yorkas was one of six participants in a national final to select Greece's entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 2011.[2] After winning the national final, Yorkas appeared at Eurovision where he placed 7th with 120 points.
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