Petrica Stoian Matu -

Originally from the area in Mehedinți County, Stoian spent decades performing traditional Romanian music. His career was defined by his work with two major artistic ensembles:

(1960–2021) was a highly celebrated Romanian folk music singer and businessman, widely regarded as one of the most representative voices of the Mehedinți folklore region. Early Life and Career Petrica Stoian Matu

Stoian was known for his upbeat party songs and traditional doinas, often collaborating with other folk stars like and Niculina Stoican . Some of his most popular tracks include: "I-Auzi, Lume Lume" "Toate, Cu Drag, Le-Am Facut" "La Craiova-n Targul Mare" "Mândrulița mea prejneană" Originally from the area in Mehedinți County, Stoian

He died at the Reșița County Emergency Hospital due to complications following a COVID-19 infection. An autopsy revealed he suffered from severe bronchopneumonia, septic shock, and pre-existing heart conditions, including mitral regurgitation and heart failure. Some of his most popular tracks include: "I-Auzi,