Erkin Koray (1973) Erkin Koray [2006 Sungeum Lt... Apr 2026

The original LP consists of 11–12 tracks (depending on the pressing) that established Koray as the "Jimi Hendrix of the Bosphorus". : Recorded with the group Stop. Aşkımız Bitecek Yağmur : Recorded with the Erkin Koray Süper Group. Silinmeyen Hatıralar : Also from the Stop rehearsals. İstemem : Recorded with Yeraltı Dörtlüsü.

The 1973 self-titled album by , often identified by the 2006 SungEum Ltd (South Korea) reissue, is a landmark compilation of his groundbreaking singles recorded between 1967 and 1973. This record is a cornerstone of Anatolian Rock , blending Western psychedelic, acid, and hard rock with traditional Turkish folk and hypnotic Eastern melodies. Album Overview

: While technically a compilation, it is frequently cited as his "first album" and captures Koray's evolution before his proper full-length debut, Elektronik Türküler (1974). Original Tracklist (1973) Erkin Koray (1973) Erkin Koray [2006 SungEum Lt...

: A traditional folk song performed at the 1968 Altın Mikrofon contest, where his quartet won fourth place. Nihansın Dideden : Recorded with Yeraltı Dörtlüsü.

: Issued in 1973 by the small Turkish label İstanbul Plak (catalog number ŞS. LP. 8), reportedly without the artist's explicit permission. The original LP consists of 11–12 tracks (depending

The SungEum/World Psychedelia reissue adds these essential early recordings:

: The version released by World Psychedelia Ltd. and manufactured by SungEum Limited in South Korea is a CD reissue. It is highly valued for including 8 bonus tracks , extending the original 42-minute runtime to nearly 69 minutes. Silinmeyen Hatıralar : Also from the Stop rehearsals

: A catchy, comedic protest song about mandatory military service. Anma Arkadaş : Koray's first official single from 1967. 2006 Reissue Bonus Tracks