Ashkan Shafiei

Persian melodies, soulful vocals, hypnotic grooves, and jazz-inspired improvisation for a deeply immersive journey. “His own music blends ‘forbidden music’ influences with traditional Persian music and his love of jazz and funk.” — ABC Radio National, The Music Show Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Time: Doors: 6:30 pm Music: 7:00 pm Address: 277-279 Broadway, Glebe Ashkan Shafiei - Voice/Rubab/Guitar/Live Audio Processing Marcus Goffage - Trumpet Ama Kamalasuriya - Bass Diego Contreras - Percussions Antonio Puglisi - Drums Ashkan Shafiei and his band bring together Persian melodies, soulful vocals, hypnotic grooves, and the freedom of jazz improvisation. Rooted in Iranian musical heritage but shaped by a constant exploration of musical expression, the performance moves between intimate moments, deep grooves, spontaneous improvisation, and powerful emotional release. Expect music that invites you to listen, move, and get lost in the moment—where rhythm, emotion, and improvisation come together to create a truly immersive experience. About Ashkan Shafiei Ashkan Shafiei is an Iranian–Australian singer, songwriter, and composer whose music is driven by curiosity, a love of creation, and a constant exploration of musical expression. Drawing from the rich musical traditions of Iran and the wider region, jazz, improvisation, and rhythmic grooves, his compositions bring together soulful vocals, melodic traditions, and a sound that resists easy categorisation. Hypnotic and danceable yet deeply emotional, Ashkan’s performances move between intimacy, tension, groove, and release, inviting audiences into a shared musical journey where Persian musical traditions, contemporary songwriting, and improvisation meet naturally.