Called “one of the wonders of world trance music” by the Los Angeles Times, Iranian singer Mamak Khadem mesmerizes audiences with a sound that bridges the ancient and the contemporary. Rooted in the rich poetry and musical traditions of Persian masters, her artistry is a bold fusion of history and innovation, seamlessly weaving together influences from across the globe.

Her latest album, The Road, is a sonic odyssey that traverses her native Iran and extends into the musical landscapes of Serbia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Greece, and Arab-Andalusia. Always seeking connections between cultures, Khadem mines a vast repertoire of traditional melodies, intricate rhythms, and evocative poetry to craft a deeply immersive and transportive experience. With a voice that is at once powerful and ethereal, she creates a lush, hypnotic soundscape that lingers long after the music fades.