Anadolu Rock

Anadolu rock, a distinctive genre emerging from 1960s Turkey, intricately blends traditional Turkish folk music with the universal vibes of rock and roll. Characterized by its use of native instruments like the bağlama and zurna alongside electric guitars and drums, this genre delves into deep cultural roots while embracing the rebellious spirit and progressive energy of rock. Lyrics often draw from poetry and socio-political themes, reflecting the nation's history and struggles. Bands and artists such as Moğollar and Barış Manço pioneered this fusion, creating a sound that transcends borders by marrying the soulful melodies of Anatolia with the pulsating rhythms of the West. Anadolu rock remains not only a staple of Turkish music but also a testament to creative cultural synthesis.

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Live at Yeldegirmeni Sanat Merkezi
Ep - 6 Tracks - Released November 8, 2024

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3 Hürel
Asu Maralman
Bulutsuzluk Özlemi
Cahit Berkay
Cem Karaca
Duman
Edip Akbayram
Erkin Koray
Ersen ve Dadaşlar
Fikret Kızılok
Gülden Karaböcek
Haramiler
Hümeyra
Kamuran Akkor
Kurtalan Ekspres
Kâzım Koyuncu
Mavi Işıklar
Mazhar Ve Fuat
Moğollar
Rana Alagöz
Replikas
Reverie Falls On All
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Duman
Cem Karaca
Selda Bağcan
Gülden Karaböcek
Erkin Koray
Kamuran Akkor
Kâzım Koyuncu
Özdemir Erdoğan
Edip Akbayram
Fikret Kızılok
Hümeyra
Bulutsuzluk Özlemi
Moğollar
Haramiler
Asu Maralman
Rana Alagöz
3 Hürel
Mavi Işıklar
Kurtalan Ekspres
Replikas
Ersen ve Dadaşlar
Mazhar Ve Fuat
Cahit Berkay
Reverie Falls On All