An Iranian music sensation and an eight-person production team were reportedly sentenced to 74 brutal lashings for the singer’s viral patriotic tune which she performed without a hijab. Parastoo ...

In a stark reminder of Tehran’s tightening grip on artistic expression, traditional vocalist Hiva Seifizadeh was hauled into custody on 27 February 2025 ...

Iran is home to a rich, diverse culture spanning 31 provinces and dating back thousands of years — particularly music and storytelling. A new touring performance — featuring a Sacramento-based ...