Launched in 2016, Release Athens has become one of the most important music events in Athens and across Greece, taking place mainly at Plateia Nerou, a beautiful open-air venue right by the sea, just minutes from downtown Athens.
With extroversion and optimism as its main mottos against the turbulent times in which the festival was born, Release Athens rejuvenated the local entertainment scene, believing in the liberating power of music – from which it takes its name.
Release Athens presents diverse lineups that transcends limits and boundaries. Our vision is to provide the Greek audience -and beyond- with the opportunity to enjoy quality shows with high standards of safety and comfort, creating unique memories that will last a lifetime.
Since the first day of its existence, it has presented a multitude of outstanding artists:
Arctic Monkeys, Massive Attack, Iggy Pop, New Order, Liam Gallagher, Pulp, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Slipknot, Judas Priest, The Offspring, The Prodigy, Pet Shop Boys, Duran Duran, PJ Harvey, The Smile, Richard Ashcroft, Siouxsie, Sigur Ros, London Grammar, Rosalia, Hozier, Jamiroquai, Cypress Hill, Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Wu-Tang Clan, Alice In Chains, Disturbed, Interpol, Fontaines DC, Bauhaus, Echo & the Bunnymen, Primal Scream, Black Pumas, Central Cee, Tash Sultana, Cigarettes After Sex, Johnny Marr, Madrugada, James, Roisin Murphy, Rag’n’Bone Man, UB40, Parov Stelar, Megadeth, Bruce Dickinson, Nightwish, Sabaton, Parkway Drive, Manowar, Clutch, Γιάννης Αγγελάκας, Στέρεο Νόβα, Παύλος Παυλίδης, Thievery Corporation, Royksopp, Moderat, OMD, Wet Leg, M83, Archive, Beirut, The Jesus & Mary Chain, Helloween, Bullet for my Valentine, In Flames, Anthrax, Blind Guardian, Epica, Amon Amarth, Kreator, Sepultura, Slowdive, Leftfield, Mogwai, Daughter, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, The Hives, Viagra Boys, The Brian Jonestown Massacre, The Black Angels, Sleaford Mods, DIIV, Shame, Fu Manchu, Jinjer, Dead Daisies, Morcheeba, Hooverphonic, Third World, Hollie Cook, are some of the acts who have graced the festival with their presence so far, and there is much more to come/ a lot great names and groundbreaking shows are about to follow.
Release Athens comes back bigger and better every year, thanks to the music-loving community that embraced it to the extent that it has become the premier destination for festival-goers in the country.
This recognition inspires, empowers, energises and motivates our team to continue to improve Release Athens on all levels, ensuring a unique experience in every aspect,
providing real excitement and excellent service to all those who honour us with their presence – artists and music fans.
