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Niyaz blends medieval Sufi poetry and folk songs from Iran, the Indian sub-continent, Turkey, rich acoustic instrumentation, with modem electronics. With two critically acclaimed and best-selling albums, Niyaz has created a 21st century global Trance tradition and have quickly become a standout ensemble in a very crowded world music field. Founded in 2005 by Iranian vocalist /composer Azam Ali, Iranian multi- instrumentalist) composer Loga Ramin Torkian, and two time Grammy nominee American producer! re-mixer Carmen Rizzo, Niyaz is considered by critics to be one of the most groundbreaking groups of its time. With their unique blend of Sufi mysticism and trance Electronica, Niyaz has garnered a solid international fanbase and continues to perform at some of the most prestigious venues and festivals for enthusiastic audiences worldwide.