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Sinan Bakir

Rank #308 New York, NY Jazz

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Members: Sinan Bakir

Label: Aslan Records

Manager: Sevim Yolacti

Bio: Rising jazz guitarist/composer Sinan Bakir made a name for himself in todays music scene with his unique, creative and exciting approach on the guitar. Turkish born guitarist is striving for a fresh and clean sound and has a highly energetic playing style. Young guitarist is hailed not only as a ... See Full Bio

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: Bugun tarihe fasist ve totaliter AKP hukumetinin sonunun baslangici olarak geciyor uzakta olsamda kalbim sizlerle yolun acik olsun Turkiyem!

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“The quartet explores the 12 original pieces with grace, fire, wit, and emotional intensity, displaying intuitive interaction throughout. Just let these sounds wash over you; good music can excite and soothe and this is good music.”

— Richard Kamins, Step Tempest

“If any of the four titles referenced here could be broadly characterized as a “straightahead-jazz outing,” it would be the wholly engaging 12-track set offered by Turkish-born guitarist and composer Sinan Bakir. That’s not to suggest that there’s anything overly conventional about the way Bakir approaches the stylistically diverse program on Tales & Stories (Aslan). His steely, twangy tone — at times reminiscent of late 1950s rockabilly artists and some blues and jazz guitarists of that era — sets him apart. Bakir’s compositions and arrangements also merit attention. As performed in a standard quartet setting (pianist Warren Byrd, upright bassist Thompson Kneeland and drummer Mark Ferber), the guitarist’s tunes sound like updated classics. The joyful, bouncy “Off the Hook,” for instance, recalls the soul-jazz spirit of a vintage take by Grant Green or George Benson. Tales & Stories is a pleasure-packed minor masterpiece.”

— Mark Holston, JazzIz

“The 12 varied pieces sometimes mix East and West elements and range from the diaphanous to hard-swinging pieces swaggering with digital dexterity and mental agility. All are engaging, clear, uncluttered, accessible and resonate with a pleasant sense of layered mystery, seasoned with savory hints of the exotic. Owen McNally - Hartford Courant”

— Owen McNally, Hartford Courant

“ Bakir's inspired soloing feeds off of the energy coming from his trio mates, with lines possessing laser-like focus. This trio outing certainly demonstrates that Sinan Bakir is, indeed, on his way.”

— Dan Bilawsky, All About Jazz

“Turkish-born guitarist/composer Sinan Bakir makes a strong debut as a leader with the self-released On My Way, an inventive guitar-trio outing with bassist Thomson Kneeland and drummer Mark Ferber. As the title suggests, the Hartford, Connecticut-based musician shows he is definitely on his way to becoming a creative voice in the world of jazz guitar. Bakir moves easily from a classic Kenny Burrell-style, especially on chord melody passages (title track and "Steps"), to a more modern, linear approach in the mold of John Scofield ("Stop n' Go," "Karma"). The guitarist effectively mixes bebop lines with chromatic trills, relying heavily on guitaristic hammer-ons and pull-offs, to create a unique voice void of direct imitation. The full effect of Bakir's approach can be felt on the dirge-like ballad "Evergreen." ”

— John Vincent Barron, JazzReview.com

“Young Sinan Bakir shows a maturity well beyond his youthful appearance. The young man favors a clean tone and assured, John Scofield-like approach. Backed by bassist Thomas Kneeland and drummer Mark Ferber, the guitarist starts off with two nicely paced mid tempo numbers before things really kick into high gear on the sinewy “Oddity” and rocking ”Stop N' Go.” Bakir calls upon some of his heritage in some moments on his solos which exhibit a bit of Middle-Eastern influence. “Ice Orbits” is cool and subtle, while “Karma” is high-stepping fun. “Blues for Istanbul” combines Turkish directions with the blues, while “Play!” has an engaging Latin touch that is delivered with jubilant energy by the trio. A nice mixture of slower- paced and faster material, played well. Bakir does indeed seem to be a young musician “on his way” and I will be interested to see where he takes his talent next. ”

— Brad Walseth, JazzChicago.net

“Sinan has given us here is a blueprint of his soul, you’ll find eleven songs which embody a variety of shapes and tones influenced from the audible expressions of Turkey with of course a generous helping of jazz America style on this collection of songs I found respectfully thought out and played with understated fervor and precision that we’ve come to expect as jazz and music enthusiasts. Let’s stay tuned and see what’s next from this upcoming guitarist/composer named Sinan Bakir. ”

— Rob Young, Urban Flux

“Bakir appears to have a strong grounding in jazz sub-genres, as well as classical and pop music. However, his own style might be best described as post-fusion, similar in concept to that of guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel. Both men came of age after the original jazz-rock fusion era had crested, yet their music synthesizes rock and jazz elements with more ease and fluency than did the originators of fusion. "Stop 'n' Go," the second tune of Saturday's performance, displayed this seamless marriage of funk, rock and jazz influences. Bakir's solo paid homage to John McLaughlin's Mahavishnu days while also sounding very contemporary -- and considerably more restrained in tone. Much later, "Oddity" explored equally fulfilling possibilities through the intersection of jazz, rock and Latin musical styles. Bilello's fine mallet work introduced this piece before Bakir took off on one of his most inspired fingerpicking excursions of the night. His clean, crisp attack revealed an impressive technique.”

— Chuck Obuchowski, Courant

"On My Way" is a solid debut. It's easy to put this music on and just let it play. One can hear the influences of Holdsworth, John Scofield and Bill Frisell but Bakir is no imitator. The voice of the guitar one hears on the opening cut never wavers or falters throughout. The rhythm section is impressive in their support and creativity. Sinan Bakir is a good young composer and player worth your attention.

— Richard Kamins, Courant

“ Sinan has introduced himself as a talented author, and his performing views accepts a modern tendencies. His themes were done in one interesting performing mood, where influences comes out from the 50's, and reachs actuelle period. His guitar technique is in many aspects unique, but offering arrangments has something "taken" from Metheny/Scofield approaches. His performing energy is also specific, and in interesting way he treats often rhythm changes in present album themes. "On My Way" is highly recomandable product, and realistically announce Sinan' s arrival on modern jazz scene. ”

— Branimir Lokner, Blokner Reviews

“ Jazz has a new vehicle with Sinan Bakir at the helm and this generation can claim him as one of their own. Debut LP "On My Way" . "Stop and Go" has a delicious vibe with an example of what a perfect trio should sound like. Listen for the drum solo. "Ice Orbits" has a sweet lazy day feel with layers of emotional complexities yawning and spreading it's wings. "Evergreen" Is truly a lovely piece from start to finish with an epic bass solo.”

— Lucia Sanchez, Examiner

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Discography

Tales & Stories Released on Nov 10, 2012
On My Way Released on Jan 1, 2009

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Sinan Bakir - Hartford Monday Night Jazz Festival

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May 8

Cuvee
Hartford, CT,, US | 7:00pm
Cuvee
Hartford, CT,, US
Wed May 08 7:00pm
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jazz concert w. Duo Laroo/Byrd w Sinan Bakir (g)
Fri
Apr 26

The Buttonwood Tree Per…
Middletown, CT, US | 8:00pm
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Middletown, CT, US
Fri Apr 26 8:00pm
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Apr 13

Integrity N Music
wethersfield, CT, US | 2:00pm
Integrity N Music
wethersfield, CT, US
Sat Apr 13 2:00pm
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Apr 7

Hartford Public Library
Hartford, CT, US | 3:00pm
Hartford Public Library
Hartford, CT, US
Sun Apr 07 3:00pm
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Feb 27

Cuvee
West Hartford CT, CT, US | 7:00pm
Cuvee
West Hartford CT, CT, US
Wed Feb 27 7:00pm
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