Gece Yolcuları

Gece Yolcuları, a pop-rock band formed in 1993, has endeared themselves to fans with their sincere attitudes from the beginning. In 2004, they introduced their self-titled debut album, "Gece Yolcuları," under the EMI/Turkey label. The music video for “Unut Beni,” one of the album's tracks, received significant admiration from music lovers. The group also produced music videos for “Yaban Gülü” and “Ölüm de Var.”

Edis İlhan (lead vocalist—percussion) was born in İstanbul and graduated from the Mechanical Engineering department of Trakya University. He ventured into music during his high school years, playing various percussion instruments. İlhan was pivotal in the formation of Gece Yolcuları in 1993 during his university years and has been a steadfast member ever since.

Uğur Arslantürkoğlu (rhythm guitar—backing vocals), also an İstanbul native, graduated from the Mechanical Engineering department at Trakya University. His musical journey began during his university years, leading to proficiency in classical, acoustic, and electric guitars. Before the formation of Gece Yolcuları, Arslantürkoğlu performed backing vocals for various soloists and played guitar professionally in bar programs.

Bülent E. Albayrak (drummer) was born in İstanbul and is a graduate of the Geography department at Marmara University. His musical endeavors began in high school, and he has worked with various amateur and professional groups and soloists. Albayrak, who has been giving drum lessons at music schools, joined Gece Yolcuları in 2000.

Yasin Arslantürkoğlu (bass guitar) hails from İstanbul and is an Anadolu University Public Administration graduate. His musical foundation was laid during his middle school years with private music lessons. Before joining Gece Yolcuları in 2000, he accompanied numerous soloists.

Murat Arslantürkoğlu (lead guitar), born in İstanbul, is a professional photographer and a graduate in machine drafting. His musical pursuits began in high school, with a focus on the guitar, playing in various amateur groups and giving private lessons. He joined Gece Yolcuları in 1999.

Uğur Arslantürkoğlu explained the story behind the group’s name: “Imagine taking a bus from the terminal in İstanbul at night, and there are drivers who safely transport you to Van while you sleep... We are on a similar journey. We crafted an aphorism around this. We considered the lives of musicians, which is akin to a night journey... We too are its passengers. It emerged as a name epitomizing the lives of musicians.