Safir
Safir began his career in 2011 as part of Cherik ("guerrilla"), a band that released several singles. He collaborated on some of their albums before leaving the band in 2015 to co-found Mellistream with Saeed Dehghan. Their goal was to promote new Persian rap literature.
Due to his academic background in dramatic literature, Safir is a pioneer in using theatrical and dramatic lyrics in Persian rap. He often plays with Persian language rules and distorts words, creating a unique relationship between his lyrics and his beats.
Safir wrote and performed the majority of the rap portions in Tafigh (Vol. 2).
Other Links
Tafrigh: An Album by Safir and Otagh Band
Tafrigh (Subtraction) mirrors pandemic-era deprivation and fear stemming from viruses and broken connections, capturing isolation's consequences in the age of quarantine.
Moosa Koo Taqi: A Motion Graphics Music Video, Produced by Vaak Records
"Moosa-Koo-Taghi," a name for an urban pigeon in Iran, comes from "Moosa Koo Taghi?" meaning "Moosa, where is Taghi?" The bird's song mimics this Persian expression. Learn more.
Iranian Band Damahi Set to Perform at EFG London Jazz Festival 2023
Damahi debuts in London at EFG London Jazz Festival 2023, presented by Vaak Records and Art Stage. Join us at Rich Mix on November 17th. Click here for details and tickets.