Akylas, who proudly represented Greece at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, is enjoying a wave of success following his impressive performance in Vienna. His powerful entry, ‘Ferto’, has recently achieved Gold certification in Greece, while his highly anticipated debut album, ‘Press Start’, has just been released to eager fans.
Akylas captivated audiences at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna with his vibrant entry, ‘Ferto’, ultimately securing a commendable 10th place with 220 points. The journey of ‘Ferto’ continues to soar, as the track has now officially been certified Gold in Greece, surpassing 10,000 sales/digital units.
This exciting news coincides with the release of Akylas’ debut studio album, titled ‘Press Start’, which launched on May 21, 2026. ‘Ferto’ serves as a flagship track on the album, which features a collection of urban and hyperpop beats.
Fans will recall the official music video for ‘Ferto’, which premiered on March 19, 2026. Directed by Jim Georgantis with VFX by San Tierrez, the video boasts a dynamic, modern aesthetic with rapid image transitions, perfectly capturing the song’s energy.
The song ‘Ferto’ itself is a deeply personal creation, co-written by Akylas and Orfeas Nonis, with music composed by Akylas, papatanice, and TEO.x3. Lyrically, ‘Ferto’ delves into themes of greed and overconsumption, juxtaposed with the profound journey from hardship to success. Akylas has shared that the song is a heartfelt dedication to parents who offer love and hope despite difficulties, and to children striving to reciprocate that love.
Akylas has also released a brand new single titled ‘Parto’. Parto has been penned by Orfeas Nonis, Akylas Music: Akylas, TEO.x3, papatanice
The continued success of ‘Ferto’ and the release of ‘Press Start’ mark a significant moment in Akylas’ blossoming career, solidifying his place as a prominent voice in the Greek music scene.
Akylas made Greece proud at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna with a magnificent performance of ‘Ferto’, achieving an honourable 10th place in the Grand Final.
