AySay is a band that fuses Anatolian folk traditions with Nordic electronica through lead singer Luna Ersahin’s heritage. Singing in Turkish, Kurdish, and Danish, they create a psychedelic space where boundaries dissolve, leaving only the raw human experience—somewhere between hope and hopelessness. AySay’s music celebrates diversity and builds bridges between cultures, making them a distinctive voice on the global music scene.

With Luna’s captivating and powerful vocals at the forefront, and the virtuosic musicians Aske Døssing Bendixen and Carl West Hosbondved by her side, AySay creates a musical universe that moves the listener from Nordic landscapes to the heart of Anatolia. By combining traditional instruments like the saz with modern pop and electronic elements, AySay crafts an innovative sound that transcends genres and unites worlds.

Musical recognition:
AySay’s journey has been marked by significant acclaim—they have received f...

AySay is a band that fuses Anatolian folk traditions with Nordic electronica through lead singer Luna Ersahin’s heritage. Singing in Turkish, Kurdish, and Danish, they create a psychedelic space where boundaries dissolve, leaving only the raw human experience—somewhere between hope and hopelessness. AySay’s music celebrates diversity and builds bridges between cultures, making them a distinctive voice on the global music scene.

With Luna’s captivating and powerful vocals at the forefront, and the virtuosic musicians Aske Døssing Bendixen and Carl West Hosbondved by her side, AySay creates a musical universe that moves the listener from Nordic landscapes to the heart of Anatolia. By combining traditional instruments like the saz with modern pop and electronic elements, AySay crafts an innovative sound that transcends genres and unites worlds.

Musical recognition:
AySay’s journey has been marked by significant acclaim—they have received four Danish Music Awards Roots, including:
• Album of the Year for Su Akar (2022) and KÖY (2024)
• Artist of the Year (2022)
• Composer of the Year, awarded to Luna Ersahin (2022)
They also received the Carl Prize for Composer of the Year within Roots, cementing AySay’s position as one of Denmark’s most innovative and original bands.

Compelling releases:
Their second album, KÖY, was released in October 2023 and is a captivating tribute to cultural heritage. The album builds on the success of their debut Su Akar (2021) and showcases AySay’s artistic development. With its rich soundscapes and seductive melodic themes, KÖY reinvents world music for a global audience, drawing inspiration from both new and legendary artists such as Altin Gün, Derya Yildirim, Selda Bağcan, and Aynur Doğan....

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