Sanarchive:Today's featured article/January 26, 2026

Rock'n Coke was Turkey's biggest outdoor music event and a real landmark for the country's contemporary culture. Organized by Pozitif Live with Coca-Cola as the primary sponsor, the festival was held annually from 2003 to 2013 at the Hezarfen Airfield near Istanbul. For one weekend each year, the airfield was transformed into a massive "festival city," hosting world-renowned international acts alongside local talent. It wasn't just a series of gigs; it was a major social phenomenon that introduced the "festival lifestyle" to Turkish youth and bridged the gap between the local music scene and Western trends. Throughout its decade-long run, it hosted legendary names such as Muse, The Cure, Linkin Park, and Arctic Monkeys. (Full article...)

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