LA-based Caltex Records represents most mainstream Iranian music released since the 1950s. A 25-year-old Iranian immigrant founded it after the 1979 revolution.

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Journey into the heart of Iran, where ancient traditions and rich culture meet the rugged beauty of the Zagros Mountains.

The story behind every music ensemble is always the music,” says Sina Fakhroddin. For Iranian-Kurdish composer and percussionist Fakhroddin, it’s also a place ...

Her latest album, recorded in North Carolina with Chocolate Drops fiddler Justin Robinson, is a return to her down-home ...

Folk songs often narrate everyday struggles, joys, and communal life experiences. According to Li Hongfeng, a researcher at ...

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TEHRAN, Jun. 23 (MNA) – Several traditional and pop Iranian singers have released new tracks in response to the Zionist regime's attack on Iran and in sympathy with the compatriots.

Sharifian started his musical activity with Lian Band in 1993, with the aim of "keeping Bushehri and Iranian folk music alive". However, Iranian musicians must go the extra mile to save their music.