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Turkish pop star reveals scammers behind fake American tour dates

Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik performing for her fans in Ankara, Türkiye, June 2, 2024. (Photo via Instagram / @yoncaevcimik)
By Selin Hacialioglu
Dec 18, 2024 1:40 PM

Yonca Evcimik, a legendary Turkish pop star known for hits like “Bandira Bandira” and “Abone,” has addressed shocking claims surrounding a canceled concert in New York City.

The incident has sparked confusion and frustration, with Evcimik denying any involvement in organizing the event or approving ticket sales.

Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik
Drom NYC’s statement about the cancelation of Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik’s concert, Dec. 17, 2024. (Photo via website)

Drom NYC cancels concert citing alleged unprofessional behavior from Evcimik

On Dec. 16, Drom NYC, a well-known live music venue in Manhattan, announced the cancellation of what it described as a Yonca Evcimik concert.

The venue explained the decision in a statement on its website, attributing the cancellation to “unforeseen and unprofessional behavior” by Evcimik and her team. It is important to note that Drom had noted the tickets for this show were non-refundable.

The announcement caught Evcimik off guard, as she had no knowledge of the planned event. The pop star said, “I wasn’t even aware of this concert. Months ago, I shared my American tour schedule on social media. I have no professional association with dates or venues not included in that schedule.”

Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik
Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik responds to shocking claims about unauthorized New York concert, Dec. 18, 2024. (Photo via Instagram / @eceo)

Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik condemns unauthorized ticket sales, calls for accountability

Yonca Evcimik revealed that organizers had sold tickets for a concert she never approved or announced. She expressed frustration over the situation, which she says misled her fans and caused unnecessary disappointment. “They organize a concert without informing me, sell tickets, and then victimize people. This is unacceptable,” she stated.

The singer called on organizers to take responsibility for the mismanagement, saying, “Questions about what happened should be directed to those who organized this event without my approval.”

Evcimik, who has been a prominent figure in Türkiye’s music scene for 45 years, emphasized her unwavering commitment to her audience. “My respect for my profession and my listeners is beyond question,” she said.

Turkish pop star Yonca Evcimik
Turkish singer Evcimik performing for her fans in Ankara, Türkiye, June 2, 2024. (Photo via Instagram / @yoncaevcimik)

Fans support Yonca Evcimik after controversy over New York event

The incident has drawn attention on social media, where many fans have voiced their support for Evcimik. They criticized the organizers for selling tickets without proper authorization and praised Evcimik for addressing the situation transparently.

Evcimik has played a vital role in shaping Turkish pop culture since the 1980s. Her dynamic performances and chart-topping hits made her a trailblazer in Türkiye’s music industry. Despite this unexpected controversy, she remains focused on the rest of her American tour.

Last Updated:  Dec 18, 2024 2:58 PM