Mabel Matiz

Mabel Matiz is a Turkish pop music singer-songwriter known for his unique blend of maqam music, urban pop, and Anatolian folk melodies with synth.

Pop Singer

August 31, 1985

Virgo

39

Mersin, Turkey

Fatih Karaca, known by his stage name Mabel Matiz, was born on August 31, 1985, and is a renowned Turkish pop singer-songwriter. He rose to fame in 2011 with his distinctive sound that blends traditional Turkish music with modern genres. His most popular album, “Maya,” was released in 2018 and garnered both critical praise and commercial success. Matiz has worked with prominent Turkish musicians such as Şehinşah, Haluk Levent, and Sıla, and has received awards, including “Best Pop Album” at the 2018 Turkey Music Awards. Some of his other notable works are “Gök Nerede,” “A Canım,” and “Öyle Kolaysa.” Additionally, Matiz is a vocal advocate for LGBT rights in Turkey.

An intriguing aspect of Mabel Matiz is the origin of his stage name, which is inspired by two different words. ‘Mabel’ is derived from the famous Turkish novel ‘Kumral Ada Mavi Tuna.’