On 17 March 2025, Alireza Ghahremnai appeared as a featured artist on Timcheh & Friends, a curated music programme broadcast by Refuge Worldwide Radio, a Berlin-based platform recognised for promoting grassroots initiatives and showcasing independent and experimental music from around the world. The episode formed part of a special Spring Show dedicated to music from […]
Read more“At Owrsi Cultural Magazine, we believe in observing the world through the lens of art.” In spring 2025, we joined the vibrant community of musicians in Shiraz during a powerful celebration of contemporary music: Shiraz Jazz Week, held from April 26 to 29 at the Shiraz Café Theatre. Organized with the support of independent artists […]
Read moreWhile musicians and bands are increasingly focused on releasing singles and, at most, EPs, great albums have become rare gems to discover. Alireza Ghahremani’s “Zaranjee” is among them; a jazz album that preserves its Iranian identity while embracing global trends in contemporary jazz. Beehype – Best Albums of 2024 – Iran >> Link for more […]
Read more“His compositions draw inspiration from Iranian folk culture, poetry, and storytelling, seamlessly blending these influences with the vibrant rhythms and harmonies of jazz and world music.” Vaak Records “zaranjee” is derived from the combination of “Zaar” which in Farsi means strong crying and “Ranj” means suffering. The pain that makes a person scream and cry. […]
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