Mor ve Ötesi - Turkey Eurovision 2008 Finalist
Mor ve Ötesi will represent Turkey at Eurovision Song Contest 2008 in Belgrade.
The name of the Turkish alternative rock band literally means Violet and Beyond. The band is formed by the front man Harun Tekin (vocals and rhythm guitar). The other members are Kerem Kabadayı (drums), Burak Güven (bass) and Kerem Özyegen (lead guitar). Their first popular song is “Bir Derdim Var” (There is a problem). Last week they have entered in studio to record other three songs. Later this month special jury by TRT officials and other popular Turkish music professionals will receive the new three songs. One of these songs will be chosen to represent the country in one of the semi finals on May 20th and 22nd in Belgrade. It is not sure yet if the song that will represent the country will be in English or in Turkish language. The possibility the song to be entirely in Turkish is not ruled out yet.
Date posted: Tuesday, January 15th, 2008 10:10 am | Under category: Eurovision 2008 Finalists
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good lock MOR VE ÖTESİ
WHY NOT TARKAN???????
because mor ve ötesi is optimum
Turkish rockstars r on the stage !!! We re sure that with their fantastic music style, they will be the winners !!!
mor ve ötesi is one of the best bands in turkey and we are sure that mor ve ötesi will achieve a very good grade in this competition..
good luck mor ve ötesi.. (:
morveotesi is a perfect rock music group.
im pround of they
MOR VE OTESI…
they are my heroes…
I have found you extra informations!!!
Mor ve Ötesi was formed in 1995 with the line-up comprising of Kerem Kabadayı (drums), Harun Tekin (vocals & guitar), Derin Esmer (vocals & guitar) and Alper Tekin (bass). They released their first album Şehir (The City) in 1996 and played at their first live concert outside Istanbul at METU, Ankara. That year, Burak Güven replaced Alper Tekin on bass.
Bırak Zaman Aksın (Let Time Flow), their second album was released in 1999 to massive success. Just after its release, Derin Esmer moved to the USA and was replaced by prominent guitarist Kerem Özyeğen. After the devastating 1999 Kocaeli earthquake, Mor ve Ötesi started playing more on social and political themes. They were also very active in the opposition against the use of nuclear energy in Turkey.
In 2001, they released their third album, Gül Kendine (Smile at Yourself). With Kerem ÖzyeÄŸen, there was a noticeable change in the music, and after 17 August there was a noticeable change in lyrics. In the summer of 2003, Mor ve Ötesi’s single, Yaz (Summer/Write) debuted, which was a cover of the famous song performed by the famous Turkish superstar Ajda Pekkan during the seventies.
Their fourth album Dünya Yalan Söylüyor (The World is Lying) was released in 2004. The album became their most popular album in Turkey. Reaching 250.000 sales[citation needed], the album proved to be a breakthrough for rock music in Turkey. Their first single, “Cambaz” (meaning: Acrobat) and their third single “Bir Derdim Var” (meaning: I have a problem) (which was also included in the ÇaÄŸan Irmak film “Mustafa Hakkında HerÅŸey” (Everything About Mustafa) soundtrack ) got considerably more attention. Since their previous work was not as well known, many new fans were not aware that they weren’t a new band. Although this album has been their best selling album, it is not admired by their old fans as much as their previous work, and some have even seen it as “betrayal”. The album contained considerable political criticism against the activities of the USA both in Iraq and the rest of the world. The very same year they received a Golden Orange Award for their hit song, Bir Derdim Var for the movie, Mustafa Hakkında Her Åžey”. Also, Dünya Yalan Söylüyor, was voted “The Best Turkish Rock Album Ever” by Blue Jean magazine.[citation needed]
Their fifth album Büyük Düşler (Big Dreams) was released on May 8, 2006. This is an album mainly dealing with the political problems of Turkey and the personal problems of the group members, including loss of family members and their relationships. It has a darker sound compared to their previous albums. This album is regarded as a homage to their old fan base and a return to a style closer to their earlier albums. The first video was for the song “Åžirket” (Corporation), a song criticising capitalism. The second single chosen was “Küçük Sevgilim (My Little Lover)”, and its music video was directed by Ketche. This album was voted “The Best Album of 2006″ by Blue Jean magazine.[citation needed]
On December 10, 2007 TRT’s general manager Ä°brahim Åžahin announced that Mor ve Ötesi will represent Turkey in Eurovision Song Contest which will be held in Belgrade on May 2008
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im sure that they will have so many differents from the other finalists on the eurovision stage =)
there is no need more saying because they are “mor ve ötesi”
i think we mustn’t write more information about them because;
1- they dont need advertisement
2- it must be a shocking surprise for the Europe
-beril-
good luck mor ve ötesi
mor ve ötesi’s members are rockstars..
good luck mvö (:
Its such a shame, the first few chords banged out on a guitar and i thought it might be quite good but unfortunately the whole song is a bit to boring, it never really gets going. still its a good attempt and if people are drunk on eurovision night and full of joy they could do well. can’t see them getting past the king of trolls from norway though.
i love u mor ve otesi…..
i just know you will do great and represent turkey the best way you can.
im soo exited and its sa shame that we dont know the song yet but im sure its gonna be WIKKKIIIDDDDD!!!
GUD LUCK…..
ROCK ON DUDDEEEESSSSS!!!! LU U LOTS
good luck we love you(=
i wish u ll win
I love mor ve ötesi I think it’s the best group in Turkey They will win the contest GOOD LUCK
mor ve ötesi is the best rock band in the world.
I am Azery and i hope that we will give our 12 point to “Mor ve otesi” i think and i hope they will do their best and in the final Turkiye will win. Good luck Turkey. You will not alone:) Good luck again!
:):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)
Is a verry good song! I hope that they will WIN in Belgrade!
TURKEY - is the BEST - until today!
i believe ‘ mor ve otesi’ have a pretty good chance in getting further than last year. they are an awesome group with unforgetable songs
mor ve otesi have a pretty good chance in doing better than last year. they are a talented group and have unforgetable songs
Mor ve Ötesi…
*They are my world,
*They are my real dream,
*They are my life,
*They are my all…!!!
We love your hearts…
Good luck my heroes…( :
good luck mor ve ötesi.
I think is not bad Song for Eurovision
But….becouse of Turkish People in Europe will TEXT them anyway
That Means We Are In Top 5
Maybe First why NOT…
TURKEY WE LOVE YOU
Kesin Ik Besteyiz Millat Rahat Olun
its the best song, “Deli”
good luck Mor ve Ötesi
I am sure Mor ve Otesi will make us proud that night.
Good Luck
I HOPE THAT TURKEY WINS; I DONT LIKE MOR VE ÖTESI SO MUCH BUT I LOVE TURKEY SO GOOD LUCK MOR VE ÖTESI / TURKEY
I HOPE THAT YOU´LL WIN
You are magnificient. You are doing wonderfull music. Our heart will be with you. I wish chance a lot for you. I hope Turkey will win. The heart of 100 millions turks will be with you there. GOOD LUCK MOR VE ÖTESİ SİZİ SEVİYORUZ KALBİMİZ VE DUALARIMIZ SİZİNLE
the song is very good but if it was in english they would have more chanse! I think they will be at least in the first fifth! I love mor ve otesi but last year kenan doglu was better! GOOD LUCK TURKEY!!!
As always, a great song from Turkey. Good luck from an English fan.
”Deli” is best song.Good luck MOR VE OTESI
votes go to Turkey!
MOR VE ÖTESİ NUMBER ONE
GOOD LUCK MOR VE ÖTESİ , GOOD LUCK TURKEY 
SÄ°ZE Ä°NANIYORUZZ
and 12 points…turkeyyyy :):)
good luck boys.. we love you..we believe you..
My dear Firend “Blue” Sercan this text is for u , U know that i’m not big Fan of ur country but i love you sooooooooooooooooooooo much ur my best friend ever so i wanna wish good luck to u guys…
Naty
Millet buraya sadece biz yazi yaziyoruz, yunanistana malta ya falan bi seyler yazin da puan alalım onlardan
mor ve ötesi perfecet I love you turkey MOR VE ÖTES? GOOD LUCK !.
GOOD SONG! LIKE IT VERY MUCH!
JustMe from SLovenia