"Tales of Earth and Sun" is a journey through the heart of folk music, bringing together six tracks inspired by the rich musical traditions of Kurdistan, Lorestan, Balochistan, Hormozgan, and a heartfelt love song from Afghanistan. Each piece carries the spirit of a place, telling stories of joy, struggle, and memories that connect generations. The album’s title reflects this deep connection between the earth that holds our roots and the sun that gives us life. These elements shape the melodies, rhythms, and emotions woven into each track, just as they have shaped the lives of the people who created them. From the resilience of Kurdistan to the celebrations of Lorestan, the soulful depth of Balochi music to the vibrant energy of Hormozgan, and the passion of Afghan melodies, this album is a tribute to cultures that have carried their music through time. As always, we in Rastak have been trying to reimagine these traditions with a fresh sound, staying true to their essence while bringing them to life in a new way. We hope you enjoy the journey as much as we did creating it!
Also known as Rangvareh Haye Kohan, Rastak's first album has 12 audio tracks. Iran is a vast country with a long history. The wide range of ethnic minorities comprising one nation illustrates congeniality, cultural interaction, and strong bonds among Iranians. The pieces of this collection are part of a rich spiritual legacy.
Among Eternal Suns (Mian-e Khorshidha-ye Hamisheh) is Rastak's interpretation of the music of Iran's varied cultures- "Sun" that steadily shine over and across this land generating music as well as ideas. Rastak endeavors is to make use of these endless treasures, and feels indebted to them. “Among Eternal Suns” includes 10 audio and video tracks from Kerman, Khuzestan, Hormozgan, Kurdestan, Fars, Baluchestan and Azerbaijan.
An album, Inspired by different genres of folk dances in Iran, we chose dance as a theme for this album. Dance with Rastak, our 6th album, is released in two audio and video editions and comprises folk songs from ethnicities such as Azerbaijan, Dezful, Kerman, Kurdistan, Khurasan, and Shiraz.
An album, Inspired by different genres of folk dances in Iran, we chose dance as a theme for this album. Dance with Rastak, our 6th album, is released in two audio and video editions and comprises folk songs from ethnicities such as Azerbaijan, Dezful, Kerman, Kurdistan, Khurasan, and Shiraz.
Celebrating Spring, Rastak's Bahar album includes folk songs from different parts of Iran, with folk lyrics in various languages and dialects. All these tracks praise Spring and the Persian New Year as their central theme, hence the name of the album: Bahar (Spring)
Rastak's 3rd album, Sorna-ye Nowruz, comprises six audio and video tracks from Bushehr, Fars, Mazandaran, Kormanj, Baluchestan, Azerbaijan, Gilan, and Kurdistan.
Rastak’s 3rd album Sorna-ye Nowruz. It comprises 6 audio and video tracks from Bushehr, Fars, Mazandaran, Kormanj, Baluchestan, Azerbaijan, Gilan and kurdistan.
Sombre Sky reminds us of memories from our childhood and adolescence. Memories from the warmth and charming voice of Iraj Mehdian. During one of our rehearsal sessions, Farzad was performing the song, and we decided to re-create it in our way.
When we were recording the Sombre Sky video in the studio, our Turkish friends mentioned a song with the same melody but different lyrics called Bir Yangının Külünü. The great Zeki Müren initially performed the song. Therefore, we decided to make another version to show our respect. We shared the idea with Mehmet Tylan, a great musician, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. He loved the idea and helped us to re-create the song.
“Essentials” is a compilation album comprising ten hit tracks meticulously curated, re-recorded, and re-mastered by Rastak for your listening enjoyment. Each song tells a unique story rooted in ancient Iranian culture and history. Stories that connect people and preserve Iranian cultures. We take great pride in sharing these stories through our music and keeping Iran's rich cultural heritage alive.