Iranian Alternative Artists Speak Out for Their Persecuted Compatriots in Iran
Amir Amor of Rudimental, Rami Sakurai of Supreme Beings of Leisure, Kittens, Hamid Saeidi of Opium Moon & Hengameh, Nostalgix and Kamtin Mohager of Chain Gang of 1974 and … Continue reading
A Lived History Presentation for “To Iran With Love” Art Gala
Lily Moayeri: A Lived History Presentation for United Iranian Americans‘ “To Iran With Love” art gala at Casa Madera in the Mondrian Hotel in West Hollywood on March 18, 2023. … Continue reading
The Heart and Resilience of Iran’s Dance Music Community
Interviewed by Harry Levin for this comprehensive article on Iran and electronic musicians for Beatportal: The Heart and Resilience of Iran’s Dance Music Community
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 4.69: Taylor Hanson
In the 69th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my recent experiences with Taylor Hanson in connection with his activism for the people, particularly the women, … Continue reading
Taylor Hanson Rents Henson’s ‘We Are the World’ Recording Studio to Rework Iranian Protest Anthem ‘Baraye’ as Industry-Wide Collaboration
Taylor Hanson interviewed for his work with nonprofit For Women Life Freedom and the collective recording of “Baraye – For Women Life Freedom” for Variety: Taylor Hanson Rents Henson’s ‘We … Continue reading
Spotify Launches ‘Women of Iran’ Playlist
News item on the launch of an official Spotify playlist called “Women of Iran” and its accompanying video clips for Variety: Spotify Launches ‘Women of Iran’ Playlist Listen to the … Continue reading
There’s Now an Electronic Remix Package of Iranian Protest Anthem ‘Baraye’
News story on the release of “Baraye” remix package spearheaded by DJ/producer Human Rias for Billboard: There’s Now an Electronic Remix Package of Iranian Protest Anthem ‘Baraye’ The lead remix … Continue reading
‘Woman, Life, Freedom’: Hear a New Electronic Compilation From 12 Iranian Female Producers
News item on the release of Woman, Life, Freedom, a compilation of all original electronic music from Iranian female musicians for Billboard: ‘Woman, Life, Freedom’: Hear a New Electronic Compilation From … Continue reading
‘It Breaks My Heart’: Iranian Electronic Artists Dubfire, Lady Faith & Starfari on the Country’s Ongoing Protests & The Beauty of Their Culture
Dubfire, Lady Faith and Starfari interviewed about their experiences in Iran and what it means to be Iranian at the time of the current uprising in that country for Billboard: … Continue reading
TarantisT Call Out Against Injustices in Iran With Their Political Metal
Iranian metal band TarantisT interviewed about their protest music and activism for Alternative Press: TarantisT Call Out Against Injustices in Iran With Their Political Metal Keep up with TarantisT via their Instagram. … Continue reading
Female Executives of Iranian Descent Making an Impact in the Music Industry
Music executives Debra Delshad of Angry Mob Music, Izabelle Pourreza Wilson of Artium Music and Rebecca Sahim of SalXCo talk about their experiences being Iranian and the current upheavals in … Continue reading
Guest on Don’t Kill the Vibe Podcast Speaking About Music and Politics in the Context of the Iran Revolution
Guested on an episode of Don’t Kill the Vibe Podcast speaking about music and politics, particularly in the context of the 2022 Iran Revolution with hosts Katie Bain and Zel McCarthy … Continue reading
15 Essential Iranian Protest Songs in the Wake of Mahsa Amini’s Death
Listicle of Iranian protest songs that have emerged in the wake of Mahsa Amini‘s death for Variety: 15 Essential Iranian Protest Songs in the Wake of Mahsa Amini’s Death
Googoosh And The Daughters Of The Revolution
Personal essay about Iranian singer Googoosh, her lasting legacy and how she represents Iranian women, especially in the wake of Mahsa Amini‘s death and the protests in Iran for SPIN: … Continue reading
Tech Is Music To Their Ears
Feature in the Los Angeles Times Calendar Section March 8, 2020 Edition: Tech Is Music To Their Ears: Smuggled tapes in the ’80s, VPNs today, Iran youth rely on bootleg Western … Continue reading
Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 3.66: Googoosh
In the 66th episode of the Picture of Lily Podcast, I talk about my lifetime of connections with iconic Iranian signer Googoosh and how the effect of the current uprisings … Continue reading →