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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 Although the brand is no longer active, its…
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…
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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The 100 Best Songs of 2024: Staff Picks

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

Navan’s Bi Khatereh is a Love Ballad to the Diaspora

Born in 1997, Navan is a Canadian-Iranian Pop/RnB artist whose journey… Read More

Shervin Hajipour Sentenced to Prison for Grammy-Winning Song ‘Baraye’: A Heartfelt Appeal for Freedom and Justice

Shervin Hajipour, an acclaimed Iranian singer, composer, and songwriter, revealed in… 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

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… Read More

Amanda Delara Drops New Song “Volare”

Norwegian-Iranian artist Amanda Delara has once again captivated audiences with her… Read More

Young Sudden and Ashkan Kagan Drop New Single “Viral”

In a nostalgic nod to the era when drill dominated Persian… Read More

The Artistry of Owdez and Mubie: A Musical Alchemy

In a world where music and words intertwine to weave stories… Read More

Legendery Pop Artist, Faramarz Aslani Dies of Cancer At Age 69

The world of Iranian culture and arts mourns the loss of… Read More

Neena Roe: Navigating Identity, Music, and Culture – A Journey from Detroit to Persia

Perhaps these days, popular music in Iran is experiencing its most… Read More