Demetrio Stratos (1945–1979) was a pioneering Greek-Italian vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, renowned for his experimental approach to voice and music. Born Efstratios Dimitriou in Alexandria, Egypt, he studied piano and accordion before moving to Milan, Italy, to pursue architecture. In 1967, Stratos joined the Italian beat band I Ribelli, and in 1972, he co-founded the progressive rock group Area, serving as their frontman and lead singer. His work with Area and as a solo artist showcased his exploration of vocal techniques and ethnomusicology, blending progressive rock with experimental and world music influences. Stratos collaborated with notable artists such as John Cage and Andy Warhol, leaving a lasting impact on avant-garde music. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demetrio_Stratos?utm_source=openai))