Concerts in Turkey in 2023: Unforgettable Moments and Stunning Performances
The year 2023 was quite eventful for music lovers in Turkey. Especially stadium concerts, performances of artists and big festivals were on the minds of fans. This year, Inonu Stadium Famous names such as Andrea Bocelli, Ajda Pekkan, Hayko Cepkin and Yalın took the stage in concerts held in important venues such as. These events provided us with the opportunity not only to listen to music but also to experience unforgettable moments.
Top Ticket Selling Artists of the Year
Ticket sales platforms have determined the artists who sold the most tickets this year. This ticket The list announced by includes successful interpreters of Turkish pop music. Yalın managed to be at the top with his open-air and stadium concerts this year. Other popular artists such as Melike Şahin, Cem Adrian and Duman also found a place on the list. Here are the artists who sold the most tickets this year:
- 1. Simple
- 2. Gokhan Turkmen
- 3. Sagopa Kajmer
- 4. Cem Adrian
- 5. Melike Sahin
- 6. Emir Can İğrek
- 7. Semicenk
- 8. Fog
- 9. Mert Demir
- 10. Dedubluman
Difficulties Experienced in Festivals
In Turkey, the bans implemented by the AKP and MHP in recent years have made it difficult to organize festivals. These bans, which particularly target a certain lifestyle, have led to the cancellation of many festivals. Events that have been going on for many years were being canceled at the last minute by district governorships and provincial governorships after reactionary groups targeted them. This situation left festival organizers in a difficult situation.
Zeytinli Rock Festival Relocation
While many festivals face such obstacles, the example of Zeytinli Rock Festival draws attention. The festival had been cancelled in the Zeytinli district of Balıkesir in recent years. However, this year, the festival MuğlaThe event was successfully held with the move to . Such moves helped to satisfy the longing of music lovers for festivals to some extent.
Spring Festivals and Bans in Universities
Spring festivals organized by universities also had their share of bans this year. Although METU’s spring festival was held with the efforts of students despite the bans, some universities canceled the events completely. For example, Uludağ University Presidency rejected the applications of student groups for the spring festival, saying, “I don’t want concerts with both girls and boys.” Such bans created unrest among university students.
Conclusion: Music and the Struggle for Freedom
Concerts and festivals in Turkey continue to be an important meeting point for music lovers. However, the bans and cancellations are a worrying situation for the future of these events. With our belief in the unifying power of music, we hope that the concerts and festivals that brought together many unforgettable moments this year will continue in the years to come. Music is an indispensable part of life and despite the difficulties experienced in this area, the love of music will always exist.
