Interview: Nina Saeidi (Vocals) of Lowen (Video/Audio)
London based Middle Eastern progressive doom band Lowen have released their sophomore album, ‘Do Not Go to War with The Demons of Mazandaran’ via Church Road Records.
One of the many fables of the Shahnameh, the Persian book of Kings, concerns the folly of rulers who jealously extend their empires despite the warnings of their own people. It is during this tale that he is warned not to go to war with the demons of Mazandaran. This chapter of the book forms the concept of the album.
Helmed by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Nina Saeidi, who was born into exile from Iran in the UK as there, playing metal is illegal and women singing unaccompanied risk execution. This cruel oppression has served to inspire Lowen to create glorious intense progressive doom. Mixing fantastical stories with deep dives into history and shining a light on important modern issues across six epic listens.
The epitome of focus, Lowen have packed out each track with an implausible amount of instrumental detail and ensured that Nina Saeidi’s immense range is always in play and on show. It is an unforgettable experience.
You can read our full review of the album here.
We spoke to vocalist Nina Saeidi about the new album. Diving into the concept and the marrying of the past and present. Discussing the challenges that come with making music infused with so much culture, as well as the joy it can bring. We talk about Nina’s lyrics and vocals on this album, how this body of work will translate to the stage, and so much more.
You can watch/listen to the full interview via the below links:
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Links
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