Rashit (band)
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Rashit is a Turkish
punk rock
band founded in Istanbul
in 1993 by Tolga Ozbey (guitar), Adem Kurt (vocals), Murat Yesil (bass) and Gokhan Tuncisler (drums). They are considered to be the first major local representative of punk rock and inspiring several local punk bands during the late 1990s. In the 16 years, Tolga being the only constant member, Rashit has had numerous lineup changes.
To date, Rashit has released three studio album
s and a couple of LPs Kadikoy`den Hareketler, Taksim’de Bangyjumping . Their 1999 album Telasa Mahal Yok has been regarded by some critics as the milestone for Turkish punk rock genre.
They are particularly known for their use of aggressive lyrics which was titled as “punk’n roll” by themselves during the initial years. Lyrics are often reflect matters of personal/social deviance, anti racism and degenerated politics.
in 1993 by Tolga Ozbey. Tolga was inspired by The Clash
, Sex Pistols
, Dead Kennedys
and Dirty Rotten Imbeciles
during his early years. Tolga had numerous involvements in many temporary underground groups during this period. With one of his groups named Sert Itham, he managed to arrange a split demo record with Japanese punk group Argue Damnation but after a long hangover night he could not make it to the post office next day and the chance was missed. He stated that he still keeps the record as a remembrance.
After a couple of demo tapes, Rashit had a split 7” with another Turkish band Ask It Why titled as Kadiköy’den Hareketler. The band later recorded a split tape with English punk outfit Active Minds.
Due to continuous personal conflicts among members, the group broke up in 1998; Tolga joined yet another punk group as a bass player. Up to this date, most performances were recorded unprofessionally, almost always copied with a regular cassette player at home and distributed personally by the members.
. When Tolga was back the group reformed with new recruits Orkun Tunc (drums) and Bülent Kabas (bass), the two became the permanent members of the group. In 2001 Rashit released another 7”, Taksim’de Bangyjumping through Dutch Kroket Records. Due to financial bottleneck that Kod Muzik suffered, Rashid signed a contract with Ada Muzik in 2002.
2003 and 2007 were harshly criticised by fans as a result of participating in such a capitalist funded organization. During 2007 performance the duet with Teoman was also disapproved by fans, although this was considered as a comeback effort by Teoman. Rashit generally did not address these criticism publicly.
The band released an EP on Valentines Day 2010 named Dinozor. Also recorded a duet with Gönül Yazar
on a Sezen Aksu
song, Kibir. Most recently another duet with Nilüfer Yumlu
was performed in 2011 for the song Uzak Dur Ateşimden .
It has been announced on the official web page that Rashit is still preparing for a fourth album to be released in 2012.
Guitar: Tolga Ozbey
Guitar: Levent Ozer
Bass: Bulent Kabas
Drums: Orkun Tunc
Turkey
Turkey , known officially as the Republic of Turkey , is a Eurasian country located in Western Asia and in East Thrace in Southeastern Europe...
punk rock
Punk rock
Punk rock is a rock music genre that developed between 1974 and 1976 in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia. Rooted in garage rock and other forms of what is now known as protopunk music, punk rock bands eschewed perceived excesses of mainstream 1970s rock...
band founded in Istanbul
Istanbul
Istanbul , historically known as Byzantium and Constantinople , is the largest city of Turkey. Istanbul metropolitan province had 13.26 million people living in it as of December, 2010, which is 18% of Turkey's population and the 3rd largest metropolitan area in Europe after London and...
in 1993 by Tolga Ozbey (guitar), Adem Kurt (vocals), Murat Yesil (bass) and Gokhan Tuncisler (drums). They are considered to be the first major local representative of punk rock and inspiring several local punk bands during the late 1990s. In the 16 years, Tolga being the only constant member, Rashit has had numerous lineup changes.
To date, Rashit has released three studio album
Studio album
A studio album is an album made up of tracks recorded in the controlled environment of a recording studio. A studio album contains newly written and recorded or previously unreleased or remixed material, distinguishing itself from a compilation or reissue album of previously recorded material, or...
s and a couple of LPs Kadikoy`den Hareketler, Taksim’de Bangyjumping . Their 1999 album Telasa Mahal Yok has been regarded by some critics as the milestone for Turkish punk rock genre.
They are particularly known for their use of aggressive lyrics which was titled as “punk’n roll” by themselves during the initial years. Lyrics are often reflect matters of personal/social deviance, anti racism and degenerated politics.
Formation and early career (1993–1998)
Rashit was formed in IstanbulIstanbul
Istanbul , historically known as Byzantium and Constantinople , is the largest city of Turkey. Istanbul metropolitan province had 13.26 million people living in it as of December, 2010, which is 18% of Turkey's population and the 3rd largest metropolitan area in Europe after London and...
in 1993 by Tolga Ozbey. Tolga was inspired by The Clash
The Clash
The Clash were an English punk rock band that formed in 1976 as part of the original wave of British punk. Along with punk, their music incorporated elements of reggae, ska, dub, funk, rap, dance, and rockabilly...
, Sex Pistols
Sex Pistols
The Sex Pistols were an English punk rock band that formed in London in 1975. They were responsible for initiating the punk movement in the United Kingdom and inspiring many later punk and alternative rock musicians...
, Dead Kennedys
Dead Kennedys
Dead Kennedys are an American punk rock band formed in San Francisco, California in 1978. The band became part of the American hardcore punk movement of the early 1980s. They gained a large underground fanbase in the international punk music scene....
and Dirty Rotten Imbeciles
Dirty Rotten Imbeciles
Dirty Rotten Imbeciles is a thrash metal/crossover thrash band from the United States that formed in Houston, in 1982. The band currently comprises founding members, vocalist Kurt Brecht and guitarist Spike Cassidy, as well as drummer Rob Rampy and bassist Harald Oimoen.D.R.I...
during his early years. Tolga had numerous involvements in many temporary underground groups during this period. With one of his groups named Sert Itham, he managed to arrange a split demo record with Japanese punk group Argue Damnation but after a long hangover night he could not make it to the post office next day and the chance was missed. He stated that he still keeps the record as a remembrance.
After a couple of demo tapes, Rashit had a split 7” with another Turkish band Ask It Why titled as Kadiköy’den Hareketler. The band later recorded a split tape with English punk outfit Active Minds.
Due to continuous personal conflicts among members, the group broke up in 1998; Tolga joined yet another punk group as a bass player. Up to this date, most performances were recorded unprofessionally, almost always copied with a regular cassette player at home and distributed personally by the members.
Debut album Telaşa Mahal Yok (1999–2003)
In 1999 Tolga formed the group once again with the new members Oğuz Taktak (vocals) and Atilla Kircelli (guitar). The same year first album Telaşa Mahal Yok was released by Kod Muzik. The total expense for the album was around 350 USD. 1999-2000 period was mainly occupied by tours and live concerts. Activities were on hold for around a year when Tolga went to New YorkNew York
New York is a state in the Northeastern region of the United States. It is the nation's third most populous state. New York is bordered by New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and by Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont to the east...
. When Tolga was back the group reformed with new recruits Orkun Tunc (drums) and Bülent Kabas (bass), the two became the permanent members of the group. In 2001 Rashit released another 7”, Taksim’de Bangyjumping through Dutch Kroket Records. Due to financial bottleneck that Kod Muzik suffered, Rashid signed a contract with Ada Muzik in 2002.
Adam Olmak İstemiyorum and Herşeyin Bir Bedeli Var (2003–present)
With the solid members group went on to release 2 more albums, Adam Olmak İstemiyorum, was released through Ada Muzik and Herşeyin Bir Bedeli Var, was released through Sony Music. Albums helped Rashit to gain recognition both locally and internationally. The group participated among many live concerts and youth festivals. The appearances in Rock'n CokeRock'n Coke
Rock'n Coke is a Turkish rock festival sponsored by Coca-Cola. It is traditionally held at the Hezarfen Airfield in Istanbul, Turkey.- Festival :Rock'n Coke is a member of the . The festival is organized by the Turkish concert organizer...
2003 and 2007 were harshly criticised by fans as a result of participating in such a capitalist funded organization. During 2007 performance the duet with Teoman was also disapproved by fans, although this was considered as a comeback effort by Teoman. Rashit generally did not address these criticism publicly.
The band released an EP on Valentines Day 2010 named Dinozor. Also recorded a duet with Gönül Yazar
Gönül Yazar
Gönül Yazar , born in the port city of Izmir on Augsust 12, 1936, is a popular Turkish singer and actress. She is one of the most famous Turkish entertainers of all time with a peak in 1960s and 1970s. Her sister Belkıs Özener is also a singer.At the age of 14, she won a singing competition called...
on a Sezen Aksu
Sezen Aksu
Sezen Aksu is a Turkish pop music singer, song-writer and producer who sold over 40 million albums worldwide. Her nicknames include the "Queen of Turkish Pop" and Minik Serçe ....
song, Kibir. Most recently another duet with Nilüfer Yumlu
Nilüfer Yumlu
Nilüfer Yumlu is a Turkish pop singer known as Nilüfer.In 1992, one of her biggest hits, Show Yapma, included in Yine Yeni Yeniden album...
was performed in 2011 for the song Uzak Dur Ateşimden .
It has been announced on the official web page that Rashit is still preparing for a fourth album to be released in 2012.
Band members
Vocals: Oguz TaktakGuitar: Tolga Ozbey
Guitar: Levent Ozer
Bass: Bulent Kabas
Drums: Orkun Tunc
Discography
- Herşeyin Bir Bedeli Var (2006)
- Adam Olmak İstemiyorum (2003)
- Taksim'de Bangyjumping (2001)
- Telaşa Mahal Yok (1999)
- Aksi Istikamet (1999)
- Kadıköy'den Hareketler (1996)
- Sahibinin Sesini Dinleme (1996)
- Ugh em All ! (1994)