The origins of synth-pop group Soaked date back as far as 2003, though it came into being as an active band just two years ago in 2009. Consisting of singer/songwriter Balamir Nazlıca, keyboardist and back vocalist Hatice Arıcı, guitarist Emrah Akar, and drummer Emir Celt, this up-and-coming band has made an EP (2010’s Into the Light) and plans to release its first album in December of this year. The group has performed at many of Istanbul’s established live music venues (Ghetto, Indigo, Otto) as well as at the 2009 Efes Pilsen One Love Festival.   Soaked is also an art collective in addition to a live band, and its videos (directed by Akar) are noted for their accomplished visual technique. (Soaked’s artwork can be seen on its website, www.soakedart.com). Come to 11:11 to hear why people are raving about Into the Light, and get a preview of the group’s upcoming album Aftermath.

The night will conclude with a performance by accomplished English DJ Lee Burridge, starting at 1:00 AM.

Where: 11:11; Meşrutiyet Caddesi No. 69 Tepebaşı; P: (0212) 244 88 34 

When: November 18, 10:30 PM (Soaked); 1:00 AM (Lee Burridge)

How much: 25 TL (includes one drink)