Apologies for the lack of news updates etc recently, this was due to our main news writer relocating to Sweden! So here comes everything we've missed...
Copyright Trouble For Helena Greek singer Zoi Gripari, one of the lyricists on the track 'Iparhi Logos' has lodged a formal complaint against Sony BMG Greece, saying that she should have been advised that the song was being translated into English for the 'Game Of Love' album. Why it took Ms. Gripari a year to complain or why she has attacked Helena personally remains a mystery.
New single Fili Tis Zois premieres in Greece! MAD TV have premiered Helena's latest single, Fili Tis Zois (Kiss Of Life), the theme song to the film of the same name.
Thanks to YouTube member Ctrendy.
Helena joining Nokia Trends Lab Gig in Athens Helena has been confirmed as one of the artists performing at the Greek Nokia Trends Lab concert in Athens, which will take place on 13th October at the Athens Arena. For more information, see the Nokia trends lab website in English or Greek
Posted On 29 Sep 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
New Helena material in the Autumn
The website HelenaPaparizou.eu has today reported that Helena is recording a duet with Nikos Aliagas, a Greek television presenter, for his new album. The track 'I Zllia Monaxia' is a cover of the hit song 'L'Envie D'Aimer'.
Also, Helena is reportedly working on the title track to a forthcoming Greek Comedy film, 'To Fili Tis Zois'.
Posted On 08 Aug 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Dubai: Get ready for Helena!
Helena has been announced among those performing at the Desert Rhythm International Music Festival in Dubai on 26th October. She will be performing alongside artists such as Kanye West, Joss Stone and Ziggy Marley. You can visit the Desert Rhythm website for more information and to book tickets! If you are planning to attend the event, and would like to cover it on behalf of helenapaparizou.co.uk, please email matti@helenapaparizou.co.uk!
Posted On 01 Aug 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Listen to '3 Is The Magic Number' online!
Finally, for those outside of Sweden, Helena's new single '3 Is The Magic Number' is available to listen to! Just click the following link: http://sr.se/cgi-bin/p3/topplistor/createsmil.asp?plac=33
There are suggestions that a 'normal' download of the song will soon be available (i.e. not through the 3 network) and even a physical single!
Posted On 28 Jul 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Helena surges into the Swedish charts
Helena is now sitting at number 18 in the Swedish charts with the download-only cover version of '3 is the magic number'. The song is being used to promote a new mobile network in Sweden. Unfortunately, due to the way in which the song is being distributed, it is unavailable to those outside Sweden at present.
Posted On 25 Jul 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Helena taking a well-earned break
Helena is currently holidaying on one of the Greek Islands, which is why there have been no major news updates over the past couple of weeks. Since this is Helena's first proper break for nearly eight years, we at helenapaparizou.co.uk think she has seriously deserved it! I'm sure you will join us in wishing her a fun, relaxing holiday, so she can come back refreshed and rearing to go! Rest assured we will update with any news as soon as she is back 'on the go'!
Posted On 17 Jul 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Helena to enter Melodifestivalen 2008?
Rumours are abound today that Helena will be participating in Melodifestivalen 2008, the Swedish national selection for the Eurovision Song Contest. Organiser of the event, Christer Björkman, has reportedly stated that it is 'likely' that Helena will participate. A survey in Swedish tabloid Aftonbladet revealed that the Swedes showed a clear preference to have Helena representing them in Belgrade.
Posted On 27 Jun 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Congratulations Helena!
Helena has triumphed at the MAD Video Music Awards 2007, held earlier this week at the Rock Stadium in Athens. Helena recieved two awards, for Best Female Singer and Best Outfit In A Music Video, the latter award was presented to her by heiress Nicky Hilton. Helena also pleased the crowds with her incredible opening performance, in which she performed Mi Fevgis, and the English track Let The Sunshine. For viewers in Greece, the full awards show will be broadcast tomorrow night on ALPHA. More information can be found at http://www.videomusicawards.gr
Thanks to Nikos for his contribution to this article!
Posted On 27 Jun 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Fos at #1!
It has been a fantastic week for Helena in terms of sales - in its first week on the chart, Fos has reached the number one spot on the singles chart in Greece! The repackaged Iparhi Logos also entered the charts this week, and is sitting at number 8 in the Greek-language chart, and 11 in the combined Greek/English chart. The MAD Secret Concert DVD also remains in the Greek top 10, this week at number nine.
Posted On 14 Jun 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Mi Fevgis Video Unveiled
MAD TV, the Greek music channel, have begun showing the video for the track Mi Fevgis, from the newly released Iparhi Logos: Platinum Edition and the Fos single. Since it was only announced that the video was being filmed last weekend, this premiere has come as something as a surprise! Despite that, here it is in full:
Posted On 09 Jun 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Helena Filming New Video
It has been reported that Helena is currently filming a new video for the track Min Fevgis, which appears on the recently released Iparhi Logos repackage. The video will be set outside a large house somewhere on the Greek coast.
Posted On 07 Jun 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Helena down-under?
Various sources are currently reporting that Helena's summer hit Mambo! is set to be released in both Australia and New Zealand in the coming months. This would be Helena's first foray into the Antipodean market, and if the rumours are true, we wish her the best of luck!
After several false starts, both the repackaged Iparhi Logos and the single Fos were released in Greece today.
Here is the cover for Iparhi Logos: Platinum Edition:
Posted On 26 May 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Iparhi Logos: Platinum Edition - Delayed Again?
The eagerly anticipated repackage of Helena's double platinum album, Iparhi Logos, seems to have been delayed once more. The album, due out yesterday, is no-where to be found in Greek shops or even online stores. There is no word from SonyBMG as to when it will now be released.
Posted On 23 May 2007 By HelenaPaparizou.co.uk
Helena Nominated For Five MAD Video Music Awards
Nominations for the 2007 MAD Video Music Awards were announced today, and Helena has been named in an amazing five categories: Best Pop Video (Gigolo) Best Female Video (Gigolo) Video Of The Year (Gigolo) Artist Of The Year Best Outfit In A Video (An Ihes Erthi Pio Noris)
Copyright Trouble For Helena
Finally, for those outside of Sweden, Helena's new single '3 Is The Magic Number' is available to listen to! Just click the following link: http://sr.se/cgi-bin/p3/topplistor/createsmil.asp?plac=33
