Iranian singer Morteza Darestani releases new music reflecting Iran’s social climate while continuing his global ...

Understanding one of the world's oldest civilizations can't be achieved through a single film or book. But recent works of literature, journalism, music and film by Iranians are a powerful starting ...

Musicians and cultural figures serve as witnesses, amplifiers, and lifelines for a nation fighting to be heard ...

Imagine a society where music is forbidden. A society where listening to music is an offense punishable by imprisonment and lashings. Accessing music is only possible through illegal means. Sharing ...

TEHRAN, Iran Hip-hop blares from car radios in the streets of the Iranian capital, and Eric Clapton's "Rush" and the Eagles' "Hotel California" regularly accompany Iranian news broadcasts. But Clapton ...

All over Los Angeles, Zachary Asdourian hunted for the music of an Iran that could have been. The co-founder of the L.A. record label Discotchari scoured for dust-caked Persian pop records at Jordan ...

The Hollywood Walk of Fame celebrated international singing star Andy Madadian by honoring him with his very own star on Friday. His career spans 40 years, selling millions of albums along the way.