ArtSavesIR/CA
Photo Credit: Reylinn McGrath
Residing between Vancouver and Tehran, ArtSaves is recognized for his obscure, experimental soundscapes that blend elements of ambient, noise, and dance music. His career began in his hometown of Tehran in 2012, where he first took to performing at underground gatherings due to the city's strict ban on nightclubs.
Inspired by his Iranian heritage, he experiments with analog synthesizers and samplers, exploring themes of identity, authenticity, and belonging, moving fluidly from somber, delicate rhythms to intense beats that keep the dance floor pulsating. With an ever-evolving, process-driven sound, he evades strict sonic definition, yet remains grounded in a distinct style that resonates deeply with listeners.
Through his label, Kopi, ArtSaves is dedicated to amplifying the voices of Iran's underrepresented music scene and its diaspora, while also collaborating with artists and local communities worldwide to foster connections and inspire creative exchanges.
ArtSaves – Survival of the Weakest
Live | World premiere
With a sampler and synthesizer at hand, Iranian experimental musician ArtSaves unfurls a slow-forming collage of fragmented dance rhythms and dissolving ambient textures. Instability, timing drift, and error are embraced as generative forces here, used to navigate concepts of identity, authenticity, and the shifting notion of home.
Who
ArtSaves is a Vancouver/Tehran-based experimental musician working across ambient, noise, and dance genres.
Labels
Kopi Records
