Singer-songwriter Demetris Mesimeris in a confrontation with… time, he presents his new album, titled “TIK TAK”, at the Nicosia International Festival 2025 on Tuesday, 25 November, at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre (20:30). This is a concert–presentation which touches upon human experiences through the passage of time and life’s defining moments.
The record “TIK TAK” is a concept collection of songs that illuminate the key stages of human life: birth, coming of age, love, dreams, social awareness, and loss. While each song unfolds, it functions as a mirror of emotions and memories, allowing listeners the chance to reflect on their own past, to contemplate, and to realise that life is both precious and fragile.
The album features compositions by Demetris Mesimeris himself, as well as songs in the music and lyrics of important collaborators including Vasilis Charisis, Andreas Paraschos, Christos Michalaros, Michalis Pasiardis, Giorgos Dimitriou, and Giorgos Kalogirou. “TIK TAK” is not merely an album, it is an existential journey, an atmospheric proposal with a modern sound and poetic lyrics. The ticking of a clock, this subtle tick tack of time runs through the album as an underlying reminder of life’s constant motion. “TIK TAK” is an invitation to tune into our inner rhythm. To pause. To feel. It touches on the angst of time, the uncertainty, and the pursuit of authenticity. It is a call for a meaningful life, without exaggeration or superficiality. It is a performance for all ages, communicating honestly and deeply.
Simultaneously, the concert features compositions by Demetris from his new work, but also cover versions from his personal albums, as well as short narrative texts by Giorgos Papakonstantinou, weaving together music and spoken word to create a space for thought, emotion, and reflection.
Who is Demetris Mesimeris
With a distinctive voice, Demetris is a musician, who never stands still, and is always in creative mood. He has one of the most genuine voices in the contemporary Cypriot music scene. Known for his sincere performances, his work spans entechno, rock, folk, and rebetiko, with a modern touch.
Coming from a musical family, he studied music in England. His path so far includes live shows, tributes, and collaborations with acclaimed artists – such as Pantelis Thalassinos, Giorgos Dalaras, Alkinoos Ioannidis, Rita Antonopoulou, and Babis Stokas. He has also taken part in tribute concerts honouring great creators including Yiannis Ritsos, Manos Eleftheriou, Michalis Pasiardis, Vasilis Tsitsanis, Mikis Theodorakis, Marios Tokas, Stavros Kouyioumtzis, Manos Loizos, Thanos Mikroutsikos, Christos Leontis, and Giorgos Kotsonis. He is a founding member of the ensemble “Makrydromos” and a former member of the rock band “Prospectus.”
In 2004, he released his debut CD single, “Eikona dichos chroma”, and in 2010 the full album “Eho tou kosmou ta poiimata” and the live album “Zontani Ichografisi”. In 2021, he wrote and performed the songs “Epivatis” and “Chartino Kouti” for television productions.
He has participated in numerous collaborative projects. In 2025, he released his latest full-length album, “TIK TAK.”
Credits
Vocals: Demetris Mesimeris
Piano: Aristos Christodoulou
Bass: Petros Papaconstantinou
Violin: Christodoulos Christodoulou
Drums: Giorgos Zenios
Lute: Charalambos Panteli
Bouzouki: George Demetriou
Clarinet: Yiorgos Hadjipapas
Guitars: Angelos Cheipeloglou
Participating in the vocals: Freideriki Tombazou, Savvas Chrysostomou, Katerina Paraschou, Polys Ioannidis
Narrative texts: Giorgos Papakonstantinou
Duration: 60΄
Age group: Suitable for all ages
Tickets:
Available online via more.com:
http://bit.ly/4grNxB8 and the Nicosia Municipal Theatre box office (Monday - Friday 10:00-13:00).
Ticket prices:
VIP: €14/ €16
ZONE A: €12/ €14
ZONE B: €10/ €12
ZONE C: €10
ZONE D: €10
Reduced tickets are valid for: Children, students, soldiers, pensioners, large families, unemployed, actors, people with disabilities (free) with presentation of relevant ID.
Information: 22797979 (Monday - Friday 10:00-13:00)
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Festival identity
Organisers: Nicosia Municipality, Nicosia For Art
Festival sponsors: OPAP Cyprus, ALTIA, more.com, Cyprus Public Transport
Supporters: Travelhouse, UCLan Cyprus, WINECORE, Gate Twenty Two Boutique Hotel, Classic Hotel Nicosia
Media sponsors: DIAS Publishing & SIGMA TV, LOVE FM 100.7, and “KATHIMERINI” newspaper