Dariush Eghbali
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Persian (Iranian) pop singer. Dariush Eghbali was born in Tehran on February 4, 1951 and spent his early years in Karaj and Kurdistan. His talent was first recognized at an early age of nine, when he appeared on stage at his school. Hassan Khayatbashi introduced him to the public at the age of twenty through Iranian television. He immediately became popular with his legendary song "Do not tell me you love me" his contemporary and unique style opened a new era in the Iranian music.
Dariush has never compromised his deeply held beliefs, for which he was even imprisoned and persecuted before the revolution in Iran. Whether he sings poems of Shamloo, Rumi, Hafez,shirazi and Naderpour, or lyrics of Iraj Jannati Attaie, Shahyar Ghanbari, and Ardalan Sarfaraz, the one theme that runs through all his music is that of love, peace, freedom and justice. He has collaborated with such renowned artists as Babak Bayat, Farid Zoland, Ahmad Pejman, Mohammad Shams, Varoujan and many other innovative and avant guarde lyricists, musicians, and composers.
His body of work consists of over 200 songs in 25 albums. With remarkable sensitivity and undeniable logic, he has created an astonishing repertoire and a glorious body of work. He has the ability to interpret all forms of music with consummate ease. He has dazzled audiences with great virtuosity with his bright and effervescent performances. He has had sold out performances in concert hall around the world notably: Wembley, Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, Koncertoes, Greek Theatre, Universal Amphitheatre, and Palais de Congres.
Dariush has earned the respect and love of his admirers not only because of his talent in the world of music as a performer, but also as an accomplished composer. Furthermore, his performances in the Iranian Cinema, more specifically in two films: "Yaran" and "Faryad zir-e- ab" have earned great reviews[citation needed]. Recently, his incredible amount of sheer hard work in bringing awareness and support to the world of addiction has insured his place among the mere handful of humanitarian Iranian artists who have made an impact in the lives of people with compassion and passion. Through the establishment of the Iran Recovery Center, and Ayeneh Foundation, by creating such websites as [Behboudi.com], the first Persian website addressing substance abuse, [Ayeneh.org], the first and only website addressing all social maladies widespread among our countrymen all around the world, and his own weblog, [dariusheghbali.com]; through educational seminars and conferences around the world, and as a member of Amnesty International[citation needed], Dariush has raised his voice to make a difference. His goal is to create a nurturing environment conducive to allowing people to develop healthy, drug free lives, encouraging them and their family and loved ones to acquire and seek the skills to achieve sobriety and successfully maintain it, to bring social awareness regarding the plight of our countrymen and to create a bridge between those in need and those who can lend a helping hand. As such, his contributions have been recognized by the Self-Help And Recovery Exchange, which selected him to receive the Ron Simmons & Rev, Ronald L. Wright Award, for his outstanding contribution to support group participation by minority communities.
Dariush and his music have swept the worldwide musical scene with such haunting and powerful voice that could break a heart. His inherent musicality and intelligence and the astonishing beauty of his timbre, coupled with a passionate belief in the importance of civil liberties and political and human rights has made him an international symbol of a free Iran. He has been a messenger of love and compassion to the refugees all around the world struggling to find a tiny nest away from the tyranny and suppression. As such, he has been embraced by the Arab world, with its rich musical culture, with great enthusiasm. In a recent international festival of music video and tele-media held in Bahrain, Dariush was recognized as the sole representative of contemporary Iranian music. He was awarded the highest peace trophy[citation needed]. In the closing ceremonies of the festival, Dariush sang of freedom, particularly in his homeland, Iran, and passionately expressed his firm commitment towards being the voice of awareness, bringing attention to the plight of his countrymen struggling for freedom.
His flawless taste in music, poetry and lyrics, and his magnificent ability to touch the souls of his countrymen have been the main source of his enduring style. His engaging personality and his fierce loyalty to the need of the society has undoubtedly proven to be inspiring to the younger generation. This ever-growing impact on the younger generation, who were not even born when he began his career, as well as those who are avidly following his every move is generating over 200,000 hits a day on his website Dariush2000.com. Dariush transcends the world of popular and traditional Iranian music that he has commanded for over three decades, and has awarded the most glorious spot in the heart and soul of his countrymen all over the world.
[edit] Filmography
He has performed in the Iranian Cinema in two films:
- "Yaran"(Friends)
- "Faryad Zire Aab" (Scream Under water).
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Album : rah e man
Numbers of tracks : 7
Released : 2005 ( 1383 )
Label : avang
Album : rumi
Numbers of tracks : 13
Released : ( 1382 )
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About the Album : "The Beloved is Here" or “Maashough Haminjast” is one album you cannot afford to miss. "The Beloved is Here" masterfully fuses the spiritual poetry of Rumi (1207-1273) with contemporary sounds and exotic rhythms. It merges the past and present together by seamlessly blending different styles of music, from Rave to jazz and ethnic grooves, while reintroducing us to this great poet's universal vision within a whole new contemporary musical framework. Through his music, Farzin Farhadi, writer and composer of this unique collection, takes us on an emotional journey that evokes in the listener visual and spiritual images that are timeless and breathtakingly beautiful. With this exciting new album DBF Records brings together for the first time three great Persian singers, Dariush, Ramesh and Faramarz Aslani, and pairs them with first class musicians from around the world to produce unique works of musical inspiration that not only teaches but also entertains. “The Beloved is Here” also incorporates several purely instrumental pieces as well as selections of the spoken word, performed by accomplished actress Shohreh Aghdashloo and Alireza Meibodi, a world-renowned writer and Rumi scholar. Coupled with the unique musical interpretations of Farhadi , these spoken pieces round out an album of distinctive vision creating a listening experience to be enjoyed for years to come.
Album : Dobareh Misazamat Vatan
Numbers of tracks : 6
Released : September 2003 ( 1382 )
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Album : ghahremanan e vatan
Numbers of tracks : 2
Released : ( 1377 )
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Album : Be Man Nagoo Dooset Daram
Numbers of tracks : 10
Released : 3/8/1991 ( 1370 )
Label : Caltex Records
Album : Nazanin
Numbers of tracks : 10
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Label : taraneh records
Album : Nessti
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Label : avang
Album : Zendouni
Numbers of tracks : 12
Released : 3/8/1991
Label : Caltex Records
Album : mohtaj
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Album : Parandeyeh Mohajer
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Album : Ham seda
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Album : Saaleh Do Hezar
Numbers of tracks : 11
Released : 3/8/1991
Label : Caltex Records
Album : Ashofteh Bazaar
Numbers of tracks : 6
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Label : avang
Album : Faryad zir Aab
Numbers of tracks : 10
Released : 3/8/1991
Label : Caltex Records
Album : Aman Az
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Album : Sofreh Seen
Numbers of tracks : 7
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Album : Mosabeb
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Label : Caltex Records
Album : Kohan Diaar
Numbers of tracks : 6
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Album : Nadim
Numbers of tracks :10
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Label : taraneh records
Album : Khamosh Namirid
Numbers of tracks : 6
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Album : Jangal
Numbers of tracks : 10
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Label : taraneh records
Album : Dariush Emrooz
Numbers of tracks : 5
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Album : Shaghayegh
Numbers of tracks : 10
Released : 3/8/1991
Label : Caltex Records
Album : Cheshme Man
Numbers of tracks : 10
Released : 3/8/1991
Label : Caltex Records
Album : Nefrin Naameh
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Album : Ahai Mardomeh Donya
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Album : Gole-e-Bita
Numbers of tracks : 8
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Label : Avang
Album : Bachehaye Iran
Numbers of tracks : 8
Released : 4/7/1995
Label : Caltex Records
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