Radio Istanbul combines a traditional Istanbul sound with modern sensibilities. Inspired by the diverse music heard in the streets, bars and nightclubs of Turkey, Radio Istanbul's hypnotic melodies and driving rhythms draw on Turkish, Rom (Gypsy), Balkan, and Arabic grooves. Located in California in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Vocals: Jenny Luna
Vocals/oud/violin: Haluk Kecelioglu
Clarinet: Gregory Masaki Jenkins
Darbuka/riqq: Faisal Zedan
Darbuka/riqq/davul: Sean Tergis

Balkan Sundays is a free weekly event that takes place at Revolution Cafe in San Francisco. For more info on Balkan Sundays, click here