Hamlet Minassian's solo work is a celebration of the Middle East's overlooked dance music heritage. Recorded in westernized Iran right before the 1979 revolution that nearly criminalized Western - derived cultural elements. Born in 1940 in Tabriz, Iran, this young Armenian musician graduated from music school, attended the Tehran Conservatory, and then studied pop music in the US and Europe. He started his career composing Chanson - style songs inspired by French pop. This 44 - minute, six - track LP blends Euro disco with traditional Armenian music. The mix of synthesized elements and eclectic percussion gives it an early house music vibe. 'Alas - alas' features over 12 minutes of a murmuring bassline, eerie falsetto vocals, and Moroder - like synthesizer arpeggios. 'On The Days' has chirpy percussion, scatted vocals, brass accents, and percussion - heavy parts. 'Al Elnim' begins with synthetic sequences that develop into guitar flickers, well - recorded drums, and multiple layers of vocal vamps. It's a black vinyl pressing, the first widely available vinyl edition of the rare 1979 private press LP, limited edition, and released by Numero Group in 2019. Highly recommended.
To use this vinyl LP, first, make sure your record player is clean and in good working condition. Gently place the LP on the turntable, center it, and put the needle on the starting groove. You can sit back and enjoy the unique blend of Euro disco and traditional Armenian music. When handling the LP, always hold it by the edges to avoid fingerprints and scratches. After use, carefully put it back in its sleeve to protect it from dust. Store it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat. This is a limited - edition item, so handle it with extra care to keep it in great shape for a long time.
