We first had the pleasure of meeting Soraya Raeispour in 2016, when she arrived in Istanbul with boundless enthusiasm, ready to embark on a new chapter of her life. Over the years, we’ve watched her grow into a seasoned psychotherapist and counseling psychologist, all while retaining that same infectious enthusiasm that defines her. With a background steeped in cultural diversity, Soraya brings a unique and insightful perspective to her practice in Istanbul. We recently caught up with her to delve into her experiences navigating language and cultural differences, explore the evolving attitudes ..read more

American DJ and producer Sara Landry, renowned as the “High Priestess of Hard Techno,” is set to ignite Istanbul with her electrifying showcase, courtesy of Jeton Records. The fun is set for Monday 22 April at Volkswagen Arena, with tickets available via BUGECE. (Editor’s Note: It appears that tickets have now sold out via official channels.) On the evening of April 22, immerse yourself in the captivating ambiance of Volkswagen Arena as Sara Landry, celebrated for her dynamic energy takes the stage. Sara Landry’s journey into the realms of uncompromising, dark, and industrial techno began wit ..read more

Welcome to the musical event of the year! Join on May 17th at the Zorlu PSM Turkcell Stage for an exceptional evening with Nouvelle Vague, presented by %100 Music. Be the first to experience the captivating tracks from their new album ‘Should I Stay Or Should I Go?’ at this unique performance. Reserve your spot now via Passo for an unforgettable musical experience! From the organizer: Nouvelle Vague, the renowned bossa nova project founded by Marc Collin and the late Olivier Libaux in 2003, has become a musical phenomenon over the past two decades. Initially conceived as a one-off tribute to ..read more

Get ready to don your best 90s attire and transport yourself back to the golden era of music! By popular demand, party guru Senem Selimi returns after a much-too-long hiatus on Saturday 20 April at the stylish Simone Istanbul (RUZ Hotel Şişhane) for a night to remember. The fun is set to kick off at 19:30 and entry is free! Join Senem for an electrifying evening filled with live performances by the incredibly talented Mert Ulu, who will be bringing back the essence of the 90s with a mix of iconic hits and beloved classics. From the infectious beats of boy bands to the soulful melodies of grun ..read more

As part of the latest season of impressive offerings from IKSV, the electro-acoustic trio of Islandman, known for their world-building sounds of shamanic and electro rhythms, is performing at Salon IKSV on Saturday 20 April, as part of Kolektif House Concerts. Tickets are available via Passo. From the organizer: Chasing new and exotic timbres by infusing their music with the vibrations of time, Islandman’s each stage performance provides a new space for exploration. Discovered in 2016 by the Danish indie label Music for Dreams, the band released their debut album Rest in Space in 2017 followi ..read more

Courtesy of Charm Music Turkey, treat yourself to an electronic music visual and auditory feast with a live performance from internationally renowned Max Cooper and impressive 3D AV show on Friday 10 May at Maximum Uniq Box. Tickets are available via Passo and Biletino. From the organizer: Max Cooper, who took his passion for electronic music to the next level with his PhD, is coming to Maximum Uniq Box on the evening of May 10 with his unique audiovisual show! We are looking forward to this creative name who will crown a 2-hour live performance with a 3D AV show! Max Cooper has carved a uniq ..read more

Courtesy of Charm Music Turkey, the Canadian fashion-rock icons of Palaye Royale are arriving for their first-ever Ankara performance at Jolly Joker on Saturday 8 June. Catch all their hits and impressively aesthetic live show on the night. Tickets are available via Passo and Biletino. From the organizer: Get ready for a night of electrifying music and theatrical flair as Palaye Royale, the Canadian fashion-rock sensation, takes the stage in Jolly Joker Ankara on June 8th within Charm Music Türkiye organization for very first Ankara concert! With a charismatic blend of vintage flair and moder ..read more

Courtesy of Charm Music Turkey comes the international talents of the exciting Paris-based singer-songwriter Charlotte Cardin on the back for her sophomore album “99 Nights”. Witness firsthand the intimate performances generating so much buzz globally, with two consecutive performances — Volkswagen Arena in Istanbul on Thursday 11 November and Jolly Joker on Friday 12 November. Tickets are available for both Ankara (Passo/Biletino) and Istanbul (Passo/Biletino). Adapted from the Organizer: We know you really miss beloved singer & songwriter Charlotte Cardin! Experience a transformative mu ..read more

As part of a wonderfully full 31st Istanbul Jazz Festival program, courtesy of IKSV, comes a much anticipated performance from jazz icon YolanDa Brown at Sultan Park (Swissotel The Bosphorus) on Wednesday 10 July. Tickets are available now via Passo. From the organizer: British-Jamaican jazz icon YolanDa Brown brings her free-spirited music and endless energy to the 31st Istanbul Jazz Festival stage. One of the UK’s most successful female saxophonists, YolanDa Brown is a double MOBO Award winner, sits on the advisory board for the London Philharmonic Orchestra, is an ambassador for The Prince ..read more

As part of the latest season of impressive offerings from IKSV, the emotionally charged singer-songwriter known for his captivating voice, Morpheus, ventures to Salon IKSV on Saturday 01 June. Tickets are available via Passo. From the organizer: Martijn Verhagen returned to life after a great loss with music, and began telling real stories to his listeners with his chanson-influenced music project Morpheus. He infiltrated our inner world in 2022 with Morphosis, his first short collection of songs, each of which he recorded in his home in a single take, turning his back on commercial studios ..read more