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| Elektro Hafiz is back with the single: Disko Hafiza Elektro Hafız is back with a 7" record. All music and production belong to him. This specially designed record, which will be released by the German-based record company Ironhand Records, is limited to only 500 copies. On the A-side, "Disko Hafıza" excites with "çaglama" sound and "Ali Rodrigez" on the B side takes you to a cosmic dream with the "electric baglama" aura. Reflecting his unique style, which he calls "border villages sound", Hafız presents two pieces that are enjoyable to listen to by blending dance and psychedelic sounds. The cover drawing and gold foil design of the record belongs entirely to Hafız and it is a work that will be kept in the archives by those who love special records. Limited to 500, it can be ordered online from all around the world. Also, it can be purchased from certain music stores. The single is also be available on all digital platforms. Elektro Hafiz is a musician, born and raised in Istanbul, who has recently moved to Cologne, Germany. The sound of Elektro Hafiz, reminds us of the hypnotic wedding music heard in border villages of southeastern Turkey. When the mind-blowing energy of this state of mind and Hafız's overdrive-fuzz tones come together, you will be the one who should decide whether this is psychedelic or punk! He loves to play with contrasts and create new compositions from there. This open and experimental approach is still his trademark, as well as his charming provocative style that is complemented by a healthy dose of humor. His diverse compositions are heavily influenced by his Istanbul roots, which are reflected in his instrument of choice, the electric saz & electric guitar, in most of his pieces. His first solo album is released by the Spain based label "Guerssen" as a vinyl format named "Elektro Hafiz". All songs are additionally released as dub/remix versions done by different producers and DJs on a separate album, which is released at the same time, separately. His first solo album showcases a more open and progressive format to his main base influence - psychedelic music. On his album, he also invited artists from different countries such as Kenya, France, Turkey, Switzerland, Austria, and Germany to contribute to this production. Within a short amount of time, his debut album becomes successful popular on the newcomer list of the European music charts and takes a lot of attention. He was and is still touring in the metropolises like Berlin, Paris, Istanbul, Kopenhagen, Barcelona, Brussels, Cologne. Elektro Hafiz brought together many alternative saz players from around Europe. Saz Power album was released as a result of this multicultural and international cooperation. Elektro Hafiz is the producer and the curator of the album. Saz Power compilation was released on Ironhand Records in 2018. Elektro Hafiz and Grup Ses's joint venture "Varyete" released by the London-based label Zelzele Records in 2019. In 2021, he releases a self-production single with Ironhand Records; Disko Hafıza/Ali Rodrigez. write your comments about the article :: © 2021 Jazz News :: home page |