Iraj Khajeh Amiri Dies at 94: Legendary Singer and “Champion of Singing” Passes Away
Iraj and Akbar Golpayegani
Iraj also had a significant relationship with Akbar Golpayegani, commonly known as Golpa.
Golpayegani was another major Iranian vocalist of the twentieth century.
The two singers represented different approaches to male Persian singing, yet both achieved extraordinary popularity.
Their association illustrates the richness of Iranian vocal culture during the golden age of radio.
Iraj’s voice was characterized particularly by power and projection, while Golpayegani became known for his own distinctive phrasing, timbre, and interpretation.
Together, singers such as Iraj and Golpayegani helped define the sound of an era.
August 12, 2026 | 11:25 pm
