Isik KuralBest Isik Kural Albums Ranked

In February

pitchfork

7.2

“Combining synthesizers, field recordings, nylon-string guitar, and hushed singing, the Istanbul-born, Glasgow-based musician creates an intimate take on laptop folk.”

Moon in Gemini

pitchfork

7.1

“The Istanbul-born, Glasgow-based musician’s new album contains featherweight songs of innocent wonder—but, as in the best children’s stories, stranger things often lurk beneath the surface.”

In February

loudandquiet

7.0

“In this era of media overload, it seems as if many artists are forced to shout over each other in a bid to be heard. Istanbul-born songwriter Isik Kural, however, feels like he’s leaving his door ajar, quietly welcoming passers-by in from the harsh noise outside. Within you’ll find a soothing environment made up of airy vocals, gentle nylon strings and chiming synth keys. Described as a “photograp”