Mamak Khadem sings passionately into a mic, playing a frame drum, with hanging bulbs lighting the stage.

Luckman Sessions

Mamak Khadem

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.