Single Channel video, 17:13min (excerpt 6:45min), 2011
Revolution I Love You” album’s artwork was subsequently documented in video form, featuring a choir. Drawing inspiration from the tone crafted by the Ottoman musical ensemble, the album’s songs encapsulate the essence of the protests spanning from the 60s to the present day. Within the album’s content, slogans that encapsulate each era of protest are interwoven. These stark expressions, ingrained in the slogans, converge with the disruptions and emotions embedded in the musical flow.
Suat Ogut employs this amalgamation to articulate his approach to recent history, navigating the complex landscape of emotions. Through the medium of music and the incorporation of historical slogans, the album becomes a nuanced reflection of societal upheavals and the intricate tapestry of emotions that define these transformative periods in our collective history.
