{"id":2381093,"date":"2026-04-20T11:14:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:14:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2381093"},"modified":"2026-04-20T11:14:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:14:29","slug":"folk-pop-icons-new-voices-snapshot-of-turkish-music-scene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/folk-pop-icons-new-voices-snapshot-of-turkish-music-scene\/","title":{"rendered":"Folk, pop icons, new voices: Snapshot of Turkish music scene"},"content":{"rendered":"

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One of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most influential music figures, Murat Yeter, is preparing to meet listeners with his long-awaited album project \u201cFOLK.\u201d<\/p>\n

The project will be released under Sony Music T\u00fcrkiye and its powerful opening track is \u201cHalay,\u201d featuring one of Turkish pop music\u2019s iconic names, Kenan Do\u011fulu.<\/p>\n

Written and composed by Kenan Do\u011fulu, “Halay” opens the album in a bold and energetic way, carried by his dynamic, enthusiastic, and impactful performance. Specially produced for the FOLK project and positioned as a candidate to become a \u201cnew folk anthem of T\u00fcrkiye,\u201d the song also stands as a strong symbol of the more than 30-year friendship and stage collaboration between Kenan Do\u011fulu and Murat Yeter.<\/p>\n

Murat Yeter, a key figure in Turkish music, serves as both producer and musical director of the album. The project consists of 14 tracks and reintroduces well-known folk songs to audiences in collaboration with some of T\u00fcrkiye\u2019s most respected artists.<\/p>\n

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Turkish musicians Kenan Do\u011fulu (L) and Murat Yeter pose together. (Photo courtesy of Hakan U\u00e7)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

The album aims to bridge artists and leading musicians in T\u00fcrkiye while reflecting national excitement ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It will be released gradually, with three songs shared each week and the full album will be completed by May 15.<\/p>\n

Spanning traditional Anatolian melodies with updated arrangements, \u201cFOLK\u201d creates a strong bridge between folk tradition and contemporary music. The repertoire includes songs originating from regions such as Azerbaijan, Cyprus and Thessaloniki and each of the 14 tracks is reinterpreted by surprise guest artists, turning the project into a long-lasting musical archive.<\/p>\n

Each performance is produced with modern production techniques, preserving the timeless spirit of folk music while building a strong connection with younger audiences.<\/p>\n

Murat Yeter, who began his musical journey at the age of eight in Kas\u0131mpa\u015fa and later performed in venues ranging from wedding halls to casinos, took a major step forward at age 13 when he participated in the Houston Jazz Festival. With his background as a drummer, composer and arranger, he now reinterprets Anatolian rhythms with a modern and contemporary sound identity.<\/p>\n

MARS\u0130 makes strong entrance <\/strong><\/h3>\n

A new name has entered the music industry: MARS\u0130.<\/p>\n

With the release of the debut single \u201cUnutuldun,\u201d MARS\u0130 quickly attracted attention and became a trending name within the first week<\/span>.<\/p>\n

The track stands out with its high energy and catchy rhythm, making an immediate impact from the first listen. Its fast-paced structure and flow especially highlight its dance-oriented design.<\/p>\n

The music video further strengthens this impression. Featuring intense dance performances, the clip draws viewers in with its energy and tempo and has quickly begun spreading across social media platforms.<\/p>\n

MARS\u0130 positions this debut not as a simple introduction but as a powerful entry into the industry, immediately placing the artist among emerging names to watch. Creating such an impact with a first single is not easy \u2013 but MARS\u0130 achieves it on the very first attempt.<\/p>\n

Wolf Alice to perform in Istanbul<\/strong><\/h3>\n

One of the cult bands of the British alternative rock scene, Wolf Alice, will take the stage in Istanbul on the night of July 15, 2026, at K\u00fc\u00e7\u00fck\u00c7iftlik Park, organized by Epifoni.<\/p>\n

Formed in 2013, the band quickly became a defining voice of their generation. With their fourth album, “The Clearing,” released last year, they solidified their position as one of the most important contemporary rock bands. They also recently won the BRIT Award for \u201cGroup of the Year.\u201d<\/p>\n

Their debut album, “My Love Is Cool” captured the emotions of youth, while their 2018 Mercury Prize-winning album “Visions of a Life” and their 2022 U.K. chart-topping album, “Blue Weekend” continued their rise.<\/p>\n

Wolf Alice has shared the stage with many major artists, including Harry Styles and has toured extensively worldwide. They have delivered historic performances at major festivals such as Primavera Sound, Radio 1\u2019s Big Weekend and Glastonbury, often selling out shows across multiple countries.<\/p>\n

Their ongoing tour celebrating their latest album includes Istanbul as one of its 2026 stops. The band blends Ellie Rowsell\u2019s powerful vocals with signature guitar tones to create a sound that is both nostalgic and modern.<\/p>\n

Sezen Aksu releases new album<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The new album by Sezen Aksu, “Biz de Yeniden Ba\u015flar\u0131z,” has been released and is now available to listeners on digital platforms.<\/p>\n

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Renowned Turkish singer Sezen Aksu speaks during an event, Istanbul, T\u00fcrkiye, Nov. 26, 2012. (Shutterstock Photo) <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

The album brings together nine songs that were inspired by earlier projects titled \u201cDemo\u201d and \u201cDemo 2,\u201d reworked with contemporary sound arrangements.<\/p>\n

Continuing her uninterrupted creative output, Sezen Aksu follows her previous album \u201cPa\u015fa G\u00f6n\u00fcl \u015eark\u0131lar\u0131\u201d with this new offering.<\/p>\n

Songs originally written by Aksu for interpretation by other artists are also included in this album in newly arranged versions.<\/p>\n

The arrangements feature contributions from musicians such as Mustafa Ceceli, Mithat Can \u00d6zer, Ozan Bayra\u015fa and Aytu\u011f Yarg\u0131\u00e7. The album cover design is by Ali Taran.<\/p>\n

Produced by Sezen Aksu and Murat Bulut, with production coordination by \u00d6zg\u00fcr Aras, \u201cBiz de Yeniden Ba\u015flar\u0131z\u201d is now available on digital music platforms.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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