Cem Karaca
Turkish musician and political activist
Born
April 5th, 1945
80 years ago
Died
2004
21 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Turkey
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A significant figure in Turkish rock music, Karaca gained prominence in the late 1960s and 1970s. His music often addressed social and political issues, merging traditional Turkish sounds with Western rock influences. After facing political pressure, including imprisonment and exile, he returned to Turkey in the 1980s and continued to produce music that resonated with audiences. With a career that spanned several decades, he became a symbol of resistance against oppression through art.
Released the album 'Resin'de Fırtına'
Formed the band 'Mohikanlar'
Participated in the protest movement during the 1970s
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