In the 1980s and '90s, following the Iranian Revolution, Los Angeles became the epicenter of Iranian pop music. A new album, Tehrangeles Vice, collects hits from some of the city's notable bands.

"This music was meant to be heard at a party while dancing and drinking in Tehrangeles," said Discotchari label co-founder Zachary Asdourian. "But for citizens of Iran, this was giving hope as bombs ...

Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook I got my first taste of Persian rap in the backseat of my friend’s car, flying through the ...

Second Episode: About the changes and developments in the music of this land from the end of the Safavid era to the end of the Second World War. From the courts of different kings to holding the first ...

From ancient poets to visionary artists, Iran has produced some of history's most influential creative minds. Join us as we ...

Fresh Air Weekend highlights some of the best interviews and reviews from past weeks, and new program elements specially paced for weekends. Our weekend show emphasizes interviews with writers, ...

With violence in the Middle East dominating headlines, international pop singer Andy believes his music has helped bridge cultural gaps. "When we're playing music, people forget about their ...

On Friday, a new name was added to the Hollywood Walk of Fame: Andranik Madadian, who performs as Andy and has been nicknamed the Prince of Persian Pop, is the first Iranian artist to have a star on ...

Inspired by a true story of survival.

Comedienne Elsa Lanchester was between movies. Moreover, she was on three months’ vacation from Los Angeles’ popular Turnabout Theater, where she has reigned as revue queen for the past nine years ...