For Kurds worldwide, no introduction is needed to the legendary Şivan Perwer. The 67-year-old singer-songwriter and musician from Viranşehir, Şanlıurfa, in southeast Turkiye, has been the cultural voice of his people for decades.In a career spanning over 40 years, Perwer has recorded over 20 albums,...
British fans of acclaimed indie rock band Adamlar will finally have the chance to see them up close and live when they play the Islington Assembly Hall in London next month. The gig will mark the band’s first performance in the UK.The four-piece band have been going for nearly a decade, releasing th...
If you’re looking for a swanky Turkish bash in central London to see in the New Year, look no further than Topkapi Ldn’s Turkish New Year’s Eve Party at Hilton Double Tree Hotel in Kensington.This stylish event on Sunday 31 Dec. will feature top DJs playing a fusion of Turkish and club music, a spec...
The 1990s are widely regarded as the classic, golden era of Turkish pop. A decade of great song writing that produced countless hits, while making superstars of those who sang them.In February 2024, we get to relive these happy memories as a ‘who’s who’ of 90s Turkish pop assembles for a special lin...
Mabel Matiz is without doubt one of Turkiye’s biggest pop stars.A little over a year ago, the chart-topping singer-songwriter staged an incredible show at the Barbican. He returns to the venue in February as part of a European tour to promote his new album Fatih, in what promises to be one of the st...
In every community there are hidden talents, not least in the British Turkish community. We recently discovered the immensely gifted multi-instrumentalist Salahi ‘Sal’ Ormandji.This Turkish Cypriot from Islington, North London, has been performing for over 35 years, and, at the tender age of 51-year...
As the winter weather bites, what could be more fun than a cosy night out at a top Turkish restaurant in North London making new friends as you listen to renowned singer-songwriter Djanan Turan and master musician Baha Yetkin perform a rich selection of sing-along-classics in Turkish?This special ni...
Now in its nineth year, the Anadolu Agency’s Istanbul Photo Awards is an annual celebration of international photographers whose incredible images capture vivid and often hard-hitting stories about global people and events.This year’s winning images are being toured around the world with London the...
The streets of Istanbul have a storied past. The city’s history echoes through the ancient alleys and modern avenues alike, rising from the bustle of its bazaars, the prayers of its religious houses, and the lapping of the Bosphorus.This rich tapestry of sound has been woven into its musical landsca...
London continues to celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the Republic of Türkiye with a rich programme of culture. On Friday, 1 December, St James`s Church in Paddington will host Türkiye’s famed pianist Gülsin Onay.The internationally renowned, multi-award winning pianist has performed in 80...
