Gaye Su Akyol

(Turkey / Glitterbeat)

With her magnetic stage presence and her effortless blending of styles, Turkish artist Gaye Su Akyol pushes traditional sounds from her towards the cutting edge. Her latest album is called "Anadolu Ejderi", which translates to Anatolian Dragon. It's an aptly heroic description of the songs she has written, fusion elements of disco, surf rock, post-punk and funk to serve vibrant chronicles of love and rebellion.

“The Turkish singer Gaye Su Akyol has emerged at the fore of her country’s revitalized music scene... mixes Turkish modes and scales with surf rock, and psychedelia.” -- Pitchfork