Haluk Levent

Turkish rock musician, singer, songwriter, and philanthropist.Haluk Levent emerged in the 1990s as a leading figure in Turkish rock music. He founded the charity organization AHBA (Haluk Levent Solidarity and Assistance Foundation) in 2005 and gained nationwide recognition for his humanitarian efforts, particularly during natural disasters. With over 15 studio albums, he remains influential in Turkey's music scene.
  • He gained early fame with his 1993 debut album 'Yollarda / Bu Ateş Sönmez,' selling over 2.5 million copies.
  • In 1999, he survived a serious car accident that killed his manager, leading to a temporary hiatus from music.
  • Founded AHBA Foundation in 2005, which provided critical aid during disasters like the 2023 Turkey-Syria earthquakes, raising over $50 million USD.
  • Faced controversy in 2020 when his song 'Yasak' was temporarily banned from radio for allegedly encouraging illegal street protests.