From Istanbul to Vancouver – decomposing the nature of the move, with sludgy post hardcore metallers TWENTY MILLION PEOPLE

TWENTY MILLION PEOPLE is a deeply personal album that tells the story of the band’s decision to leave their hometown, Istanbul, and move to Vancouver to pursue a different life. It’s thematically rooted in history and politics, the psychological condition of the people who grew up being subjected to them. We took this chance to learn more about this story and let the trio tell it in their own words. This album is about a move, a big one. About what leads up to it, and what comes after. Twenty Million people are: Bah Sarp – Vox, guitar, Brian Vincer – Bass, Batu Bekmen – Drums The first half of the album deals with the exploitation, the commonplace fears, the nostalgia, and the disillusion that come with a decision to change your place of living. What comes aft...

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