Turkish artist Selda Bağcan is admired for her powerful voice and socially engaged music. She grew up during politically turbulent times and became a significant voice in the protest movement in Türkiye. Her music, blending traditional Turkish folk with rock, electronic, and psychedelic elements, has gained global recognition and influenced various contemporary artists. Selda is often compared to internationally renowned figures such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Joni Mitchell. Times Magazine includes Bağcan in the list of 'Legendary and Historical Female Singers Living in World Music,' and Rolling Stones Magazine features her in the '100 Best Female Vocals of 100 Years.'
More than fifty years ago, the stude…
Turkish artist Selda Bağcan is admired for her powerful voice and socially engaged music. She grew up during politically turbulent times and became a significant voice in the protest movement in Türkiye. Her music, blending traditional Turkish folk with rock, electronic, and psychedelic elements, has gained global recognition and influenced various contemporary artists. Selda is often compared to internationally renowned figures such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, and Joni Mitchell. Times Magazine includes Bağcan in the list of 'Legendary and Historical Female Singers Living in World Music,' and Rolling Stones Magazine features her in the '100 Best Female Vocals of 100 Years.'
More than fifty years ago, the student protests of May 1968 spread from Paris throughout Europe. In Türkiye, Selda Bağcan was a prominent voice in the protest movement. From the beginning, she was one of Türkiye's most politically outspoken singer-songwriters. She sold millions of singles and albums but also found herself repeatedly in prison due to her political activism. Bağcan describes herself as 'the bitter voice of the Turkish people,' a voice that gives new meaning to life, suffering, and rebellion. With her powerful and sensitive voice, she continues to produce new albums and perform worldwide. A concert by Selda Bağcan takes you on a journey through deep emotions and cultural richness.
