Neval

Neval, born into a Kurdish family in Diyarbakır, Turkey embarked on a musical journey that transcends cultural boundaries. Her roots in Diyarbakır, a city rich in history and tradition, laid the foundation for a deep connection to her ethnic heritage. It was also the diverse cultural landscape of Istanbul that Neval's musical identity truly began to flourish.Growing up in Istanbul, a melting pot of cultures, Neval was exposed to a myriad of influences that would shape her artistic expression. In a distinctive approach to storytelling through music, Neval draws inspiration from a diverse range of poets. For most of her songs Neval collaborates with her brother Yusuf Turhallı whose lyrics delve into the intricacies of love, despair, conflict, and alienation. For her single "Agamemnon," Neval incorporated lyrics from the tragic masterpiece written by Ancient Greek poet Aeschylus, adding a classical touch to her contemporary repertoire. One of her compositions, "Hiçbir şey (Nothing)," is derived from the Turkish translation of Federico García Lorca's poem "Al oído de una muchacha." This cross-cultural exploration highlights Neval's commitment to blending artistic influences from different corners of the world.