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About Shahin Najafi
Shahin Najafi is a musician, poet, singer, and social activist. He was born in 1980 to a middle-class family in Bandar-e Anzali, Iran, the youngest of eight children. He started writing poetry and learning to play classical and flamenco guitar in his teens. He turned to rock music, often performing as an underground musician. As a young activist, Shahin's lyrics often conveyed strong and controversial messages about Iranian society. This attracted the disapproval of Iranian authorities and in 2004, the threat of persecution forced him to leave Iran. In 2005, Shahin moved to Germany. Dubbed the "angry bard", he continued to write and perform music that was critical of conditions in Iran: poverty, oppression of women, homophobia, censorship, ideological dogmas, violence and cultural taboos. For a time, his career veered into rap and hip hop, bringing him fame among young fans back in Iran. These days, Shahin's music fuses rock, jazz, and blues with lyrics that demand change. In 2012, Shahin released his most controversial song: Naghi. In it, he exhorts a Shiite Imam named Naghi to help solve some of the problems plaguing Iran. But religious hardliners called the song an insult to Imams, a crime severely punished in Iran, and used Fatwas (religious edicts) to demand his death. Around the world, politicians, scholars, musicians, and devoted fans rose to Shahin’s defence, propelling him into the limelight as a proponent of free speech. In 2013, Shahin Najafi's book Wenn Gott Schläft (When God is Asleep) was published. This collection of his original poems, lyrics and observations tell of his personal struggles with religion and provide searing insights into the true nature of Iranian society. Shahin Najafi lives in Germany, and is still at odds with Iranian authorities. He remains a dedicated and defiant artist who refuses to be silenced, delivering his message to enthusiastic audiences wherever he tours. His fan base continues strong in Iran and has spread around the world. Shahin have had many concerts in different places around the world, from the European countries, to the United States of America and Canada. His first performance in the Middle East _after leaving Iran_ became under the spotlights as Aviv Geffen from the well-known rock band Blackfield, invited Shahin to perform as special guest artist in their big concert on March 2nd, 2017 in Tel Aviv, Israel. This event which was aimed to send out the Peace message, got a lot of attention over the world. Local and international media such as Associated Press, The New York Times, The Washington Times, NBC, The Times Israel and Jerusalem Online covered the concert and they reported Shahin's presence as an historical moment. By the end of his performance, which had excited 6000 audience, Shahin addressed the politicians around the world to stop dividing people before it's too late. He said "we are here to say No walls in any part of the world". When God Sleeps _taken from his first book_ is also the name of a documentary film which tells the story of Shahin Najafi. This Love Story in the Age of Terror is directed by the German-American filmmaker Till Schauder. The movie has so far _and before being completed_ received the Most Valuable Documentary of the Year Award from the Cinema for Peace Foundation. When God Sleeps will premiere at the 2017 Tribeca International Film Festival. In an industry that often rewards mindless entertainment, Shahin stands apart as a musician who brings both catchy riffs and revelations to every performance -- as he says, "a pitcher of cold water poured on a slumbering society". The Official Facebook Page of Shahin Najafi Website: www.shahinnajafimusic.com
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Concerts & Tour Date Information
Is Shahin Najafi on tour?
Yes, Shahin Najafi is currently on tour. If you’re interested in attending an upcoming
Shahin Najafi concert, make sure to grab your tickets in advance. The Shahin Najafi tour
is scheduled for 1 dates across 0 cities. Get
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How many upcoming tour dates is Shahin Najafi scheduled to play?
Shahin Najafi is scheduled to play 1 shows between 2024-2025. Buy
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When does the Shahin Najafi tour start?
Shahin Najafi’s tour starts Nov 23, 2024 and ends on Nov 23, 2024.
They will play 0 cities; their most recent concert was held in
Tysons at Capital One Hall and their next upcoming concert
will be in at .
What venues is Shahin Najafi performing at?
As part of the Shahin Najafi tour, Shahin Najafi is scheduled to play across the following
venues and cities:
2024 Tour Dates:
Nov 23 - Tysons,
VA @ Capital One Hall