Bands & artists like Ümit Besen
If you like Ümit Besen, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.
New to Ümit Besen? Start with our listening guide.
Artists to try next
Orhan Gencebay
GuideGencebay's blend of traditional Turkish music with modern arrangements offers a similar emotional depth and melodic intricacy.
Müslüm Gürses
Gürses's music features poignant melodies and intricate arrangements that evoke deep feelings, akin to Besen’s style.
Sezen Aksu
GuideAksu's songwriting is marked by complex emotions and rich instrumentation, paralleling the immersive quality found in Besen's work.
Tarkan
GuideTarkan’s fusion of pop with traditional Turkish elements showcases rhythmic complexity and melodic richness similar to Besen.
Candan Erçetin
Erçetin’s emotive vocal style and orchestral arrangements create a lush sound that mirrors the emotional immersion in Besen’s music.
Bülent Ersoy
GuideErsoy's powerful vocals combined with intricate musical compositions provide a dramatic and rich listening experience akin to Besen.
Sertab Erener
GuideErener blends contemporary pop with traditional Turkish influences, resulting in an engaging sound that shares similarities with Besen.
Hayko Cepkin
Cepkin combines rock elements with traditional sounds, offering a dynamic range that parallels the rhythmic intricacy found in Besen's music.
Common questions
Who sounds like Ümit Besen?
Artists similar to Ümit Besen include Orhan Gencebay, Müslüm Gürses, Sezen Aksu and Tarkan. Each shares elements of Ümit Besen's sound while bringing their own perspective.
Where should I start if I like Ümit Besen?
If you enjoy Ümit Besen, start with Orhan Gencebay — their album "Hayat Devam Ediyor" is a great entry point. Gencebay's blend of traditional Turkish music with modern arrangements offers a similar emotional depth and melodic intricacy.