Known for his articulate, heartfelt lyrics and sensitive, smouldering vocals, singer-songwriter Soner Sarıkabadayı has become a mainstay of Turkish pop—and it’s easy to hear why. The Mersin-raised artist made his debut in 2001 with the enigmatic, acoustic-edged album Kara. And over the decades since, Sarıkabadayı has continued to adapt to the ever-changing musical landscape with his unique combination of traditional Turkish music and contemporary pop elements, infusing his sound with influences from electronic dance music, hip-hop and more.