Traditional Kurdish music has been a part of one family's history for decades. Now, a father is teaching his son how to carry on the family tradition.

“Ez Kevok im” or “I am a pigeon” is one of the most frequently performed songs of Kurdish. It is widely known in the music community of not only Turkey but also that of the world. Dozens of Kurdish ...

Day two of South by Southwest amplified diversity with Dawn Richard, Kurdish heavy folk, and a New Africa showcase. Here's our highlights.

On August 16 and 17, the Shlewa dance group participated in the International Festival of Song and Dance, competing alongside ...

In almost all international literature on music of the Middle East, the main categories are still either states or ethnic and/or religious groups (e.g., “music in Turkey,” “Turkish music,” “Kurdish ...

A pair of local musicians brought some traditional Kurdish music to the halls of Hector. It's one of many mini concerts the FM Arts Partnership is hosting at the airport throughout the summer.

A risqué new music video is making waves in socially conservative Kurdistan, drawing both clicks on YouTube and reports of death threats in social media. The Guardian quotes the manager of ...

Iconic Kurdish singer Sivan Perwer returns to Turkey after 37 years in exile, but is not warmly embraced by the people who grew up with his music.

Persian pop songs blasting from shops compete with Kurdish music from passing cars. Hotel bars and restaurants are packed on the weekends, when people take strolls through peaceful streets ...

A new survey reveals 97% of Kurds in Türkiye want Kurdish recognized as an official school language, with 57% using it daily.