Gokhan Birben Tulum Eldurur Beni -

: His early career was deeply influenced by his collaboration with the late Kazım Koyuncu , another legendary figure in Black Sea rock and folk. The Artist: Gökhan Birben

: Born in Rize, Birben spent his childhood in the mountains before moving to Istanbul for musical training.

: Birben often performs in Homshetsi (Hemşince) and Laz , languages native to his region, making his work vital for linguistic preservation. Gokhan Birben Tulum Eldurur Beni

Experience the soulful intensity of Gökhan Birben's performance, where the tulum's sound brings the spirit of the Black Sea highlands to life: Türkiyeye Bir KARADENİZ Yeter | Karadeniz Facebook• Jan 29, 2010 Türkiyeye Bir KARADENİZ Yeter | Karadeniz

The song centers on the , a traditional bagpipe instrument synonymous with the highland culture ( yayla ) of the eastern Black Sea region. : His early career was deeply influenced by

Gökhan Birben’s (The Tulum Kills/Destroys Me) is a definitive anthem of Black Sea folk music, capturing the raw, melancholic beauty of the Kaçkar Mountains. Birben, a singer of Hamsheni descent, is celebrated for preserving the cultural heritage of the Rize and Artvin regions. Musical Significance & Cultural Roots

: In the context of the lyrics, the "killing" or "destroying" refers to the overwhelming sense of longing ( gurbet ) and heartbreak that the tulum’s high-pitched, wailing sound evokes. Musical Significance & Cultural Roots : In the

: He rose to fame with his debut album Hey Gidi Karadeniz (2003). His music is characterized by the use of the kemençe and tulum, blended with modern arrangements that appeal to both traditionalists and younger generations.