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Burak Yeter
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Yeter performing in Akdeniz University (October 2023)
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| Born | 5 May 1982 Trabzon, Turkey |
| Genres | Electronica |
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| Years active | 2000–present |
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Burak Yeter, born on May 5, 1982, is a talented DJ, record producer, and remixer from Turkey. He is well-known for his electronic dance music and hit songs like "Tuesday."
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Early Life and Musical Start
Burak Yeter began his musical journey at a young age. He started playing the guitar when he was just eight years old. Later, he studied Civil Engineering at Akdeniz University. After finishing his first degree, he moved to London. There, he earned a master's degree in Sound Engineering from the SAE Institute. This helped him learn more about how music is made and recorded.
Rising to Fame
Burak Yeter quickly gained attention in the music world. When he was 22, he performed at the MTV Dance Floor Chart Party in Malta. In the same year, he took second place in the Miller Master DJ Competition.
His first album, For Action, came out in 2005. It was his first solo DJ album released around the world. In 2007, he released his second album, For Message Volume 2. This album was special because it helped raise awareness about global warming. Burak Yeter is also the CEO of his own company, Connection Records.
In 2013, he released a single called "Storm" in Amsterdam. This song became very popular and reached the Top 100 on international dance charts. He also filmed a music video for "Storm" in the Netherlands.
Global Hits
After ten years in music, Burak Yeter started a new project called "New World." This project featured new songs with a fresh sound. His first single from this project was "Happy," released on Spinnin' Records. Fans loved it, and it was voted the best song of the week in the Spinnin' Talent Pool.
His next single, "Tuesday," was an even bigger success. It reached the number one spot on many music charts around the world. In 2017, it was one of the most searched songs globally on Shazam.
The following year, Yeter had another big hit with "My Life Is Going On." This song was a Top 10 hit in countries like Italy, Hungary, and Poland. In 2020, Burak Yeter was recognized as one of the world's top DJs. He made his debut on DJ Mag's Top 100 DJ list, ranking at number 82. He continues to create new music in his studio in Amsterdam.
Music Releases
Here are some of Burak Yeter's main music releases:
Studio Albums
- For Action Volume 1 (2005)
- For Message Volume 2 (2007)
- Blue (2012)
Popular Singles
- "Storm" (2013)
- "Happy" (2016)
- "Tuesday" (featuring Danelle Sandoval) (2016)
- "Go" (2016)
- "GO 2.0" (with Ryan Riback) (2017)
- "Echo" (2017)
- "Crash" (2018)
- "My Life Is Going On" (with Cecilia Krull) (2018)
- "Friday Night" (2019)
- "Body Talks" (2020)
Remixes
Burak Yeter has also created popular remixes for other artists:
- Alan Walker – "Sing Me to Sleep" (2017)
- Anne-Marie – "Ciao Adios" (2017)
- Cecilia Krull – "My Life Is Going On" (2018)
Awards and Recognition
Burak Yeter has received several awards and nominations for his music:
- 2021: DJ MAG TOP 100 Burak Yeter (Won)
- 2020: DJ MAG TOP 100 Burak Yeter (Won)
- 2012: Kral TV Music Awards – Best Remixer for "Haberin Olsun" by Bengü (Nominated)
- 2011: Kral TV Music Awards – Best Remixer for "Arada Sırada" by Ajda Pekkan (Won)
- 2010: Kral TV Music Awards – Best Remixer for "Oyalama Beni" by Ajda Pekkan (Won)
- 2006: Malta Shakedown DJ Contest – Best Electronic Artist or DJ (Won)
- 2005: Miller Master DJ Contest – Best Electronic Artist or DJ (Won)
- 2004: MTV and Burn DJ Contest – Best Electronic Artist or DJ (Won)
