Kalben (born Kalben Sağdıç, 17 January 1986, İskenderun) is a Turkish singer-songwriter whose music blends folk, indie rock and acoustic pop. She broke through in 2014 when her solo guitar performance of 'Sadece' at a Sofar Sounds event in Istanbul went viral, and her 2016 self-titled debut album earned a gold record in digital sales along with multiple Turkish music awards. She is also a published author and an outspoken feminist activist.
Kalben released the single 'Dağlarına' in early 2026, continuing her run of new material.
Kalben released multiple singles in 2025, including 'Kasım Yağmurları', 'Kandırma' and 'İstanbul'da Değilim'.
Kalben undertook a Europe Tour 2025, with confirmed dates in Stuttgart, Frankfurt and Rotterdam.
On 8 May 2024, Kalben Sağdıç was detained by Istanbul narcotics police following a search of her home; she was released the following day under judicial supervision with a travel ban imposed.
Kalben released the single 'Buluş Benimle' and collaborated on 'Hep Sonradan' with Grogi in 2024.
The band Kalben comes to Berlin with the 'Land of Lost Poets' tour. An energetic concert full of artistic impressions for fans of contemporary music.
Kalben bring their 'Land of Lost Poets' tour to Kulturzentrum FAUST in Hannover — an evening with one of the most distinctive voices on the German pop scene.
German band Kalben performs as part of their 'Land of Lost Poets' European tour.
Kalben brings the 'Land of Lost Poets' tour to Cologne. Live performance at Club Volta.