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Formed as an experimental music group in 1997, Rastak are one of the most well known exponents of Iranian contemporary folk music. Through merging traditional instruments and forms with contemporary rhythms and incorporating language , culture and history , the group seeks to collect, record and interpret Iranian folk music for a global audience.
In Farsi 'Rastak' means a newly born plant that grows at the bottom of a tree. Creating something stronger than what came before, Rastak the music group uses the roots of their history and culture to connect with audiences internationally.
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Rastak Biography
Rastak is a well-known band in Iranian contemporary folk music that was formed as an experimental music group in 1997. The group seeks to collect, record and interpret Persian folk music for a global audience. Rastak incorporates language, culture and history as well as merge traditional instruments and forms with contemporary rhythms. Rastak Music Group has done extensive research into Persian folk music both academically and in practice.
For the past two decades Rastak has been focused on the sound of Iranian folklore and diverse cultures; resulting in five albums, five singles and numerous domestic and overseas concert tours.
Read MoreFor the past two decades Rastak has been focused on the sound of Iranian folklore and diverse cultures; resulting in five albums, five singles and numerous domestic and overseas concert tours.
Persian Folk Music
World Music
Iranian Folk Music
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