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Michael and Hushi: A Timeless Fashion Archive That Continues to Inspire
Michael and Hushi was a fashionfounded in 1997 by Iranian-American Hushidar Mortezaie, known as Hushi, and Michael Sears. The duo brought together their unique talents, with Hushi drawing inspiration from his Iranian heritage to create graphics and cuts, while Michael focused on craftsmanship and pattern-making. Although the brand is no longer active, its…
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Hooria Ahmadi’s handycam is telling Tehran’s youth story, frame by frame
Hooria Ahmadi’s latest project, Tehran Youth Diaries, isn’t just another documentary series—it’s a time capsule in the making. Shot through the unfiltered lens of youth navigating a city on the edge of transformation, the series peels back the layers of everyday life in Iran, revealing moments that are both deeply personal and universally resonant. In…
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The 100 Best Songs of 2024: Staff Picks
Each year, as the calendar winds down, we embark on a cherished tradition: revisiting the vibrant world of Iranian music from the past year. The task of selecting the top 100 tracks of 2024 was both exhilarating and daunting, given the sheer diversity of styles, the emergence of fresh talents, and the release of thousands…
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Hossein Filizadeh

The 100 Best Songs of 2024: Staff Picks

Each year, as the calendar winds down, we embark on a… Read More

Safir’s Role in Redefining the DNA of Persian Rap

Omid, known artistically as Safir, is an Iranian rapper, songwriter, and… Read More

Ashkan Fadaei’s EP ‘Adl’ and Its Enduring Influence on Persian Rap

12 years ago today, Ashkan Fadaei—a young, visionary rapper and a… Read More

Hiphopologist’s Song ‘Ghors’ Released 3 Years Ago Today

For those whose playlists seldom include rap, choosing an Iranian rap… Read More

Farshad’s Song ‘Note Siah’ Featured in ‘The Penguin’ Series Tracklist

In episode five of the highly acclaimed first season of HBO's… Read More

Rez and the Cultural Impact of ‘Shahrvand’

When you visit Rez's Instagram page, you might be surprised to… Read More

The Unstoppable Rise of Women in Iran’s Music

Scrolling through the comments on a post titled “Which Album Changed… Read More

The Timeless Echo of Persian Rap: Revisiting Zir o Bame Zirzamin

In just a year and a half since launching his professional… Read More

Tlkhoon: The Brand-New Face of Persian Rap?

In just a year and a half since launching his professional… Read More

Beyond Genre: Embracing Diversity in Music as ‘The Lofi Guy’

Pooria, also known as Pozx (Pooria On Zodiac’s Expansion), is a… Read More