Music Festival Spans Berlin to Istanbul, Honoring Established Artists and Emerging Talents in the Field
The highly anticipated EA SPORTS FC 26 soundtrack is set to captivate listeners with an eclectic mix of music from various regions around the world. This year's soundtrack promises to deliver a sonic journey that spans across Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
One of the standout artists on the soundtrack is Turkish singer INJI (Inci Gürün), who makes history as the only Turkish artist featured on the soundtrack with her song "Good Time Girl." INJI's inclusion in the soundtrack is a testament to her unique sound and the growing influence of Turkish music on the global stage.
Another artist hailing from Turkey is Melis Irem Erkek, a singer, songwriter, and composer from Adana. Erkek gained acclaim with her debut single "Bırak Aksın," which was directed by renowned advertising and photography artist Kadir Öztoksoy in a music video. Erkek has also performed as the vocalist for Tan Taşçı on some of Türkiye's biggest stages.
The soundtrack also features rising group Good Neighbors, who provide a fresh alternative sound with their contribution "Ripple." London-based artist Alewya offers a mix of electronic, Afrobeat, and alternative sounds in her contribution.
Latin music superstar Bad Bunny contributes a track titled "NUEVAYoL" to the soundtrack, adding a vibrant Latin flavour to the mix. BRIT Award-winning singer-songwriter Joy Crookes also lends her talents to the soundtrack, blending R&B, jazz, and South Asian influences in her contribution.
German producer Purple Disco Machine has released a new track "Fire + Ice," paying homage to Willy Bogner's legendary ski film "Fire and Ice" from the 1980s. Purple Disco Machine, known as Tino Piontek, will be performing at festivals and concerts worldwide throughout 2025, including in Mexico, the U.S., Europe, and Türkiye.
The event, produced by HLX Production, will include stage shows, visual effects, and exclusive duets. It is expected to serve as a tribute to the past 30 years of Turkish rap and resonate in conversations across Europe and Türkiye for a long time. The event will feature top names from both Turkish and German rap scenes, including Ceza, Gazapizm, Sefo, Murda, No.1, Eko Fresh, Blok 3, Yener Cevik, Batuflex, Ayben, Alizade, LVLC5, Gringo, Eypio, Caney 030, Summer Cem, Xir, and many more surprise artists.
Indie-pop favorite Milky Chance offers a track called "Passion," while Djo (Joe Keery's project from "Stranger Things") delivers an emotional moment with his song "Back On You." PinkPantheress shares her excitement about contributing "Girl Like Me" to the soundtrack, hoping it helps players capture the vibe and score goals.
The EA SPORTS FC 26 game soundtrack is shaping up to be a truly global event, showcasing the best in music from around the world. With contributions from a diverse range of artists, the soundtrack promises to provide an unforgettable musical experience for players and listeners alike.
