Lily Moayeri

music journalist since 1992 | educator since 2004 | podcaster since 2020 | Iranian American since birth

Pictures of Lily Podcast: Episode 4.76: Taylor Hanson on the Iranian Protest Anthem “Baraye”

In the 76th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, I am joined by Taylor Hanson who reads the “as told to” portion of the most recent article I wrote … Continue reading

October 11, 2023 · Leave a comment

Taylor Hanson on the Iranian Protest Anthem “Baraye” and Telling ‘A Human Story Through Music’

Taylor Hanson interviewed for the release of “Baraye – For Women Life Freedom” for SPIN: Taylor Hanson on the Iranian Protest Anthem “Baraye” and Telling ‘A Human Story Through Music’ Taylor, … Continue reading

September 9, 2023 · Leave a comment

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

January 27, 2023 · Leave a comment

‘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

January 11, 2023 · Leave a comment

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

January 5, 2023 · Leave a comment

SPIN Managing Editor Liza Lentini on Pretty Good Year: My Top Stories Of 2022

SPIN‘s managing editor Liza Lentini on Pretty Good Year: My Top Stories of 2022 which includes my piece on “Googoosh and the Daughters of the Revolution.” Check out Liza’s whole list: Pretty … Continue reading

December 23, 2022 · Leave a comment

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

December 16, 2022 · Leave a comment

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

December 14, 2022 · 1 Comment

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

October 18, 2022 · Leave a comment

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

October 3, 2022 · Leave a comment

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