Ezhel

Small bags allowed – up to the size of an A4 ‍ Ezhel – or Sercan İpekçioğlu, as his real name is – is one of the most influential voices in Turkish rap, with a strong impact on the German scene as well. Born and raised in Ankara and now based in Berlin, he has been shaped by a broad range of influences: hip-hop, reggae, and Anatolian rock – a mix that also defines his own sound. Already in his teenage years, he began freestyling and making a name for himself in underground battles, where his expression and stage presence quickly developed. His breakthrough came with his debut album Müptezhel , which became a phenomenon in Turkey. On the record, Ezhel weaves rap together with reggae and trap