SINU is a German-Turkish indie-pop project from Cologne // Istanbul. Deep vibes and atmospheric soundscapes meet shimmering, lyrical texts that use the German language in a refreshingly musical and unconventional way. Emotional, alert, reflective, and socially critical.

Rooted in a bilingual childhood, singer and songwriter Sinan Köylü writes songs in both German and Turkish that fill the room with sonic richness, poetic depth, and beauty—challenging common language clichés in both cultures. This is music that matters. Music that aims to captivate, awaken, and stir its audience.

Driving beats, a strikingly deep voice that unexpectedly breaks into falsetto, minimalist guitars, and a cathartic vibe define SINU’s sound—reminiscent of influential artists like Bon Iver, Ben Howard, and Ry X. From themes of love, ecstasy, and transience to critiques of racism and consumerism, SINU gives voice to topics that are still underrepresented in German-language pop music.

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