Ode Of Orpheu

Ode of Orpheu formed around three musicians: Aglaia Kremezi, Angelos Papadopoulos, and Dimitris Triantafyllou. They took their name from the Greek myth of Orpheus, whose music was said to charm gods and nature. Their first album, 'All Things,' came out in 2002 and got some attention for its mix of folk, classical, and electronic sounds.

They followed that with albums like 'Ten Letters,' 'Nylon Skies,' and 'The Island.' Their song 'Tilly' shows their style, melodic, a bit haunting, with lyrics that lean toward the introspective. They never really fit into one genre, which made them hard to categorize but kept their work interesting to listeners who liked that kind of blend.

Their approach wasn't always easy. Being experimental meant they sometimes faced criticism from people who preferred more straightforward music. But they kept at it, making music that felt personal to them rather than chasing trends.