Rez and the Cultural Impact of ‘Shahrvand’
When you visit Rez‘s Instagram page, you might be surprised to see familiar names—people you know personally—among his followers. These are individuals who, in any typical social setting, would never bring up Persian rap in conversation. They aren’t drawn to the current hype surrounding the genre, nor do they subscribe to the quasi-intellectual aesthetic that […]
The Unstoppable Rise of Women in Iran’s Music
Scrolling through the comments on a post titled “Which Album Changed Your Life?” I was surrounded by responses filled with timeless classics that had touched hearts and shaped destinies. Yet, among these heartfelt tributes, one comment broke through the noise with sharp clarity: “I guess no women made music.” This biting, sarcastic remark wasn’t just […]
The Timeless Echo of Persian Rap: Revisiting Zir o Bame Zirzamin
In just a year and a half since launching his professional career, Tlkhoon has emerged as a new star in Persian rap. His persona is a unique blend of a vulnerable lover boy and a young man who still exhibits childlike behavior. This duality extends to his lyrics, which are filled with playful, whimsical, and […]
Tlkhoon: The Brand-New Face of Persian Rap?
In just a year and a half since launching his professional career, Tlkhoon has emerged as a new star in Persian rap. His persona is a unique blend of a vulnerable lover boy and a young man who still exhibits childlike behavior. This duality extends to his lyrics, which are filled with playful, whimsical, and […]
Beyond Genre: Embracing Diversity in Music as ‘The Lofi Guy’
Pooria, also known as Pozx (Pooria On Zodiac’s Expansion), is a 25-year-old Iranian singer, songwriter, and musician based in Tehran. Most Iranian music enthusiasts recognize him for his involvement in the lo-fi genre, and his choice of the username ‘The Lo-Fi Guy’ on Instagram has reinforced this perception. His distinctive lyrical style, which deviates from […]
Isam Delves into His Craft: Redefining a New Side of Persian Hip-Hop
Sam, also known as Isam, is a 25-year-old Iranian rapper (born on August 5, 1999) living in Toronto, Canada. He is perhaps one of the few Iranian rappers whose unique voice and melodies are enjoyed by Iranian music audiences of all tastes. he began his career by designing covers for other musicians’ tracks and quickly […]
Young Sudden and Ashkan Kagan Drop New Single “Viral”
In a nostalgic nod to the era when drill dominated Persian rap, Young Sudden and Ashkan Kagan have dropped their latest track, “Viral.” Despite a recent shift away from the drill style among Iranian rappers, this release harkens back to those dynamic days. “Viral” finds its place within the album “Welcome to Gambron” and comes […]
Neena Roe: Navigating Identity, Music, and Culture – A Journey from Detroit to Persia
Perhaps these days, popular music in Iran is experiencing its most exciting period yet, with phenomena emerging in various genres, from pop and rap as the most beloved and popular genres among youth, to various styles of alternative music. Among the plethora of musicians that have captured the attention of the young generation in recent […]
Evolving Soundscape: Nowruz Party Festival Spotlights Iran’s Alternative Music Scene
The ‘Nowruz Party’ festival, which featured prominent artists from various music genres of Iran, took place on March 16th at Rich Mix in London. The presence of renowned contemporary Iranian female artists in this festival was one of the notable aspects that added to the significance of the program. In this festival, performances were witnessed […]
Vinak And Kagan Release New Studio Album ‘TNT’ Along With 5 Music Videos
The release of an album titled “TNT” by Vinak with production by Ashkan Kagan, coinciding with the eve of Chaharshanbeh Soori, a Persian traditional festival, could be interpreted as a metaphorical explosion of Persian rap by him this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vinak (@vinakofficial) The album consists of 15 […]
