Anatolian Rock

Description

Anatolian Rock is a fusion genre that combines traditional Turkish folk music with rock and psychedelic elements. It often features electric guitars, traditional Turkish instruments like the bağlama, and incorporates both Western and Eastern musical influences.

History

Anatolian Rock emerged in the 1960s and 1970s in Turkey, during a time of cultural and political change. It was pioneered by artists who sought to modernize Turkish music by blending it with Western rock music. The genre gained popularity as it resonated with the youth and became a form of cultural expression. Key figures in this movement include Barış Manço, Cem Karaca, and Erkin Koray.