For the past few years, I’ve been trying to write music reviews—album critiques, if you will. This is my first time writing about the indie rock genre. Recently, I’ve had the chance to work with Tunç Aydoğmuş and Co. over the past few months. I may have come in towards the end of the production process, but I’ve witnessed firsthand the meticulous and dedicated effort that went into this album.

Despite my longstanding devotion to metal music, this band introduced me to a different genre, helping me break down my rigid musical boundaries and encouraging me to explore new sounds. This isn’t an apology but a bit of background information. As always, happy reading!

Tunç Aydoğmuş, Co. is an indie rock band fronted by Tunç Aydoğmuş, who has been involved in many projects, alongside other musicians with diverse backgrounds. The seven-member group consists of Ilgaz Uygun on electric guitar, Sercan Kara on bass guitar, Mehmet Akçay on drums, Alper Ünal on trumpet, Cüneyt Çakal on keyboards, and Cemre Yüngül joining Tunç Aydoğmuş on lead vocals. Their independently released album “Yanlış Yerde” came out on January 27, but I had to delay writing this review due to the earthquake. Cüneyt Çakal, the band’s keyboardist, also contributed to the production process, and the album was mastered by Çağan Tunalı at Noiseist Studios. The result is a “blazing,” crystal-clear sound that perfectly suits this genre.

Now for my thoughts—things you won’t find just by searching online. Rather than evaluating each track one by one, I’ll be jumping around. The opening track, “Bir Son Buldum,” might initially seem to lack cohesion at times, but there’s a darkness in the bridge section that draws me in, highlighted by a striking trio of strings, trumpet, and choir that sets the tone for the rest of the album.

The tracks “Yorgun Düştüm,” “Sürüne Sürüne,” and the title track “Yanlış Yerde” were released as singles before the album dropped. These tracks have a higher tempo compared to the others. Of these, “Yanlış Yerde” stands out to me. It’s a full-bodied track with a meticulously executed solo by Ilgaz Uygun, making it one of the album’s most intense pieces.

Continuing with the “darkness” theme mentioned earlier, “Gözleri Göremiyo” is another track I want to highlight. It features a powerful collaboration between the vocals and bass guitar, along with an intricate drum pattern. In my opinion, it’s the most intense track after “Yanlış Yerde.” The crescendo throughout the song, combined with a satisfying touch, leads into the final track, bringing us down after an intense build-up.

For those wondering about any negative criticism—there are three tracks I haven’t mentioned yet that wrap up my review. “Kendim Oldum” has impressive vocals and backing vocals, but “Korkma” and “Güz Kuşları” didn’t resonate with me as much as the others. They may appeal to other listeners, but for me, they didn’t quite match the emotional transitions of the rest of the album.

To conclude, I’d like to say that “Yanlış Yerde” is a complex and comprehensive album, with every part and the entire team contributing to its completeness. For those wondering about the variety of instruments—yes, they’ve got everything covered.

The band had their first launch concert on March 3 at Eskişehir F Stop&Salon and is now preparing for their next launch concert at Blind İstanbul on March 21. You can follow them on social media and digital music platforms. Here’s to more thoughtful and meticulously crafted albums in our lives. See you next time!

Osman Can Tolacıoğlu