Flamenco icons, the Gipsy Kings, film their latest music video at the Temple of Apollo in Turkey.
The Grammy-winning band, Gipsy Kings, led by founder Andre Reyes, recently filmed their latest music video at the ancient Temple of Apollo in Didim, Turkey, along the Turkish Riviera. The group, known for their unique blend of Flamenco, Rumba, pop, and Latin rhythms, found the mystical atmosphere of the temple to be the perfect backdrop for their performance.
Reyes described the experience as unforgettable, expressing that every time they come to Turkey, they feel at home. The band, formed by members of a nomadic community who resettled in southern France in 1978, values their connection with Turkey deeply.
The band's music, built on both tradition and innovation, has earned them multiple Grammy nominations and critical acclaim for albums such as Love and Liberte and Savor Flamenco. They have also received wide recognition for their versions of well-known English-language songs like I've Got No Strings, Hotel California, and My Way.
The video shoot at the Temple of Apollo highlighted the temple's towering columns and deep roots in classical antiquity, providing a dramatic contrast to the group's vibrant and energetic performance. The band's music seemed to resonate with the temple's history, creating a harmonious blend of the old and the new.
The Gipsy Kings will be performing in several Turkish cities throughout September and October, including Izmir, Bursa, Istanbul, Samsun, Ankara, Antalya, Mersin, and Gaziantep. The energy and love of their audiences give the Gipsy Kings the strength to keep going, and they are eager to share their music with Turkish audiences once again.
- The band, Gipsy Kings, celebrated their Turkey connection by filming their music video at the ancient Temple of Apollo, a location that perfectly echoed their unique blend of folklore and modern energy.
- Despite hailing from southern France, the band members express a deep affinity towards Turkey, with their return to the country serving as a heartwarming homecoming.
- As they tour Turkey during September and October, performing in cities like Istanbul, Ankara, Bursa, and Gaziantep, the band hopes to transmit the warmth and vibrance of their Spanish-influenced music to enchant audiences across Turkiye.
- In addition to showcasing their original compositions like Love and Liberte and Savor Flamenco, the Gipsy Kings will also performing covers of popular English-language songs, ensuring their entertainment extends beyond just rhythm and lifestyle.
- Their forthcoming performances in Turkey offer a chance for both fans and curious listeners to immerse themselves in the Gipsy Kings' enchanting sound, thus contributing to strengthening cultural ties between Istanbul, Ankara, and western countries, like Russia, closer to the group's South French origins.
