Artist guide
maNga Concerts 2026-2027: Tour Schedule, Tickets and Cities
The Ankara-formed band that joins rock, electronics and rap vocals on stage, plus a practical guide to choosing the right ticket.
Prepared by the FlyVentis editorial team and regularly reviewed for travel and event accuracy.
Who are maNga?
maNga was formed in Ankara at the end of 2001. Joining rock with electronic textures and hard guitar riffs with rap vocals, the band took its own place on the alternative rock and nu metal line.
The line-up is Ferman Akgül (vocals, guitar), Yağmur Sarıgül (electric guitar, keys), Cem Bahtiyar (bass) and Özgür Can Öney (drums). Shows are intense at the front and spent standing from beginning to end, so entry time matters as much as ticket type. Use the FlyVentis records below for current stops.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | Ankara, Turkey |
| Members | Ferman Akgül, Yağmur Sarıgül, Cem Bahtiyar, Özgür Can Öney |
| Genre | Alternative rock / nu metal / rapcore |
| Active | Since 2001 |
| Notable albums | maNga (2004), maNga+ (2006), Şehr-i Hüzün (2009), e-akustik (2012), Işıkları Söndürseler Bile (2014), Antroposen 001 (2021) |
Achievements and milestones
- The band won Best European Act at the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards.
- It finished second at the 2010 Eurovision Song Contest with We Could Be the Same, scoring 170 points.
- It has won numerous Turkish music awards, including Golden Butterfly Awards.
- The e-akustik project reworked the repertoire in an acoustic arrangement.
Allow for front-area intensity
At rock shows the front area is spent standing and in motion from start to finish. If you want to be near the front, plan to be at the venue before doors; if you would rather stay out of the crush, choose a balcony or rear block.
Category choice is therefore not only about price but about what kind of evening you want. See the stadium and arena ticket-category guide for details.
Festival stage versus hall show
The band plays both festival bills and its own hall shows. At a festival the set is shorter and narrows to familiar songs; in a hall the set runs longer and reaches deeper into the albums.
If you are travelling for this band alone, telling the event type apart is the first step of the plan. The going abroad for a concert guide clarifies the ticket and transport order.
maNga upcoming dates
Concert-day checklist
- Confirm whether you bought a standing ticket or a numbered seat.
- Do not confuse door time with stage time.
- In the front area, consider water and earplugs.
- Plan late-night transport before the show.
What to know before you go
- The front area is standing and intense from beginning to end.
- Festival sets are noticeably shorter than hall shows.
- The balcony category suits anyone who wants to watch seated.
- Never share your barcode with third parties.
How to plan travel for a maNga concert
Buy the ticket first and search for flights afterwards. If you will be in the front area, do not fill the day before with a tiring programme.
Rock shows finish late, so book the return for the following day rather than the concert night. Choose accommodation by late-night transport links.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I see current maNga dates?
The live section on this page uses FlyVentis event records. Recheck the date, city and venue before buying or travelling.
How many members does the band have?
Four: Ferman Akgül, Yağmur Sarıgül, Cem Bahtiyar and Özgür Can Öney. The touring line-up can vary on specific dates, so read the event detail.
Front area or balcony?
Choose the front area for an intense, physical night and the balcony for a clear view while seated. There are no seat numbers in the front area.
