Rare pictures from Fereydoon Forooghi

Fereydoon Foroughi (1951 – 2001) He contributed greatly to persian music and arts and his unique voice and style soon caught on with the people. In addition to his studies in acting, playing the guitar, piano and organ he also composed music. His style was inspired by jazz and blues. He started his professional work in 1971 with the film “Adamak” by Khosrow Haritash. “Adamak” was done by Touraj Shaabankhani and the vocals were by Foroughi.

Collaborations often brought a fusion of Persian traditional music with Western rock, blues, and soul. He shared a creative space with other prominent artists of the 1970s, helping to shape the emerging pop and rock scene. His attention to musical arrangement allowed each song to carry both lyrical and instrumental weight, making even minor tracks memorable.

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