Turkish musicians Alpay, Soner Olgun, and Nev pass away

The Turkish music community is mourning the loss of three prominent artists who passed away within a single week.

Alpay Nazikioğlu, a renowned singer and songwriter known for hits such as ‘Fabrika Kızı’ and ‘Eylül’de Gel’, died at the age of 91 in Antalya after undergoing medical treatment. He was buried in Ankara.

Soner Olgun, a 67-year-old artist recognized for his unique interpretations in Turkish Folk Music, passed away following a battle with pancreatic cancer. His funeral was held at the Harbiye Muhsin Ertuğrul Stage.

Nevzat Doğansoy, known professionally as Nev, died at the age of 57 due to liver failure. He gained popularity in the early 2000s with songs such as ‘Zor’ and ‘Mühürlü Kaderim’, blending Turkish Art Music with various other genres.