Arsi Nami
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Arsalan Nami |
| Also known as | Arsi Nami |
| Born | May 21, 1984 Shiraz, Iran |
| Genres | Pop, Eurodance, World music, Electronic Music |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, Composer, MTS |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, piano, percussion |
| Labels | Royalty Recordings, Shiraz Records |
| Website | www |
Arsalan Nami (Template:Lang-fa) (born May 21, 1984 in Shiraz) better known as Arsi Nami,[1] is a Persian-Swedish singer and songwriter living in Los Angeles, California. He is being listed at WhatsUpIran as one of the few award winning Pop Singers singing in English outside of his country[2]
His breakthrough came when he participated on "Aiming at the Stars" a national talent show program televised on TV4 (Sweden), (Sikta Mot Stjärnorna) [3] organized by FremantleMedia (American Idol). After two auditions where 3000 participated, he became one of the 45 to enter the show singing Hero (written by Enrique Iglesias) live on national television, and win the 2nd place award.[4]
Music
His music is Pop, with his cultural musical blend of Eurodance, World Rhythms and Electronica. Arsi Nami is also known for writing and performing his works for Freedom, Human Rights and Health foundations with all music & lyrics written by him.[5]
His song She Wants To Fly was written for Freedom In Iran during the 2009 Presidential Elections and featured on the soundtrack of Cannes Film Festival movie "Crown Prince of Heaven" in 2010.[6] It has also been broadcast on major TV networks around the world such as Peace Day Television show which has featured world figures Dali Lama, Bono, U2, Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Angelina Jolie etc.[7]
His written dance-pop song Never Be Lonely a collaboration with Levi Whalen is also featured as the Official Dance track for Web Video Game Good Game Disco[8] made by 2012 Award winning European Game developer Goodgame Studios.[9] The uptempo dance version of She Wants to Fly & Never Be Lonely also collaboration with Levi Whalen are today played on major hit TV and Media stations around the world such as Caldeirão do Huck Brasil Brazil and Radio Beats Brazil to name a few.
Arsi Nami also joins Andrea Bocelli, The Beatles and Elvis Presley for releasing Consuelo Velázquez famous song Bésame Mucho, which makes it the first Duo/Latin house version in history, produced by Levi Whalen and co-sung with singer Jacqueline Padilla [10]
On January 14, 2012, Arsi Nami was signed by Music Publishing company Winogradsky/Sobel to have his music pitched for Television, Film, Video Games etc. becoming the first artist in the company representing Pop/Euro-Dance and World Music[11]
Arsi Nami's single Miracle (feat Si Ana) released Feb 2012 via Royalty Recordings was featured for ten weeks on World largest dance music store Beatport as Top Staff Pick in the pop/rock category along with Kelly Clarkson and Radiohead
Arsi Nami's music is also listed on FairShareMusic, with profits going to human rights and health support organizations such as: Red Cross, War Child, Nordoff Robbins Music Therapy, Amnesty, Cancer Care & Research etc.
He has also co-directed, produced, and edited two of his music videos: 100 Miles and Heaven Knows, which have been broadcast through mainstream medium giants such as MTV UK and featured at the '''Laemmie Theaters Santa Monica SMC Film Festival.
Humanitarian Work
Arsi Nami spends a lot of time doing humanitarian work, raising awareness for human rights and health support organizations. He has been involved and contributed to charities such as: Red Cross, War Child, Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy, Amnesty, WWF, British Heart Foundation, Cancer Research UK and ActionAid.
Arsi Nami's song She Wants To Fly was also written for Freedom and Human Rights in Iran, which has been featured at Peaceday TV and Cannes Film Festival short Film Crown Prince of Heaven. He has also been been a guest artist at Charities such as: Childrens' Boosh Foundation at Taglyan Place, Los Angeles, Music for your Heart Foundation in Miami, Stand Up 2 Cancer at UCLA, International Children Foundation in Santa Barbara to name a few.
His songs Miracle and Never Be Lonely are also listed on FairShareMusic, with profits going to human rights and health support organizations. [12]
Motivational Guest speaker
Besides performing and writing music , Arsi Nami spend his time making motivational and guest speaking appearances. His speeches include: Music Therapy, the positive influence of music on children and his music and cultural journey from Iran to Sweden to Los Angeles. His speeches does also include leading instrumental music improvisation with the audience. Invitations include: Stand Up To Cancer at UCLA, Music Entrepreneurship classes at California State University, Northridge, Music For Your Heart Foundation in Miami, Children's Boosh Foundation Los Angeles, International Children Foundation Santa Barbara
Education
Arsi Nami was also admitted to be part of California's Biggest Music Therapy Program at California State University, Northridge and is today accomplishing his studies to become a Board Certified Music Therapist. He graduated with honors and a Music A.A from Santa Monica College and a Music and Media Composing degree from ITM Sweden
Awards & Nominations
| Award | Year |
|---|---|
| Music For Your Heart Foundation - Certification Appreciation Award | 2012 |
| Nominated as UGT Talent Award Show best lead singer | 2010 |
| Pearl M Follmer Memorial Music Scholarship Award | 2010 |
| William T L Gertrude V. Powell Memorial Music Scholarship Award | 2009 |
| Iranian.com Iranian of the day Award [13] | 2008 |
| Simon Trust Music Scholarship Award | 2008 |
| Esther Landon Memorial Music Scholarship Award | 2007 |
| Aiming at Stars 2nd Place Award (National Television Competition Sweden) [14] | 2002 |
Special guest appearances
- Guest Speaker for "Music For Your Heart" Foundation in Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Talking about Music Journeys, how music influence children and Music Therapy (Oct.5th 2012) [15]
- Invitation to be a Guest Speaker for Freshman's at California State University of Northridge, talking about Journeys, Music Therapy and leading a Music Improvisation activity Invitation by Helen Dolas; a Professor/Music Therapist/ Founder of Arts & Services for Disabled.
- Guest appearance invitation by Dr.Roscetti at California State University of Northridge to talk about Music,Life, Miracles and Inspirations.
- Guest singer at "Stand Up For Cancer" at UCLA
- Dia de Los Muertos Mexican Festival 2011 CSUN, singing Besame Mucho to honor Mexican songwriter Consuelo Velázquez
- Malibu Music Awards Festival 2011[16]
- Save The Culture - Hand in Hand with Persian Stars - Red Carpet Event[17] singing "She Wants to Fly" and "Besame Mucho"
- Singing as a Tenor for Gary Schyman's Orchestra for his world known music written for games Biochock and Dante's Inferno
- Opening Gala of Valley Performance Art Center 2011- Solo Tenor “Brand New Day” Chosen by Dean of Music Robert Bucker at Cal State Northridge[18]
- Other performances include[5]
- His performance at the consecutive sold out Folklorico World Dance Performance at The Broad Stage in Santa Monica, California singing and dancing rumba, paso-doble, waltz and tango.[19]
- Arsi has also appeared in the lineup at Swedens biggest Music Festival Kalajs Rix Fm for Four consecutive years.
- He performed as a guest artist at The benefiting Cancer Foundation Fashion Show at Taglyan Palace Hollywood.
- He was the first Persian Swedish to perform at the SBCC Santa Barbara International Fashion Show benefiting International Children Foundation.
- He appeared as guest singer at Stars Shine Bright X-Mas performance at MBar Hollywood benefiting Children's Boosh Foundation.
Music Singles
| Song | Year | Label |
|---|---|---|
| Caro mio ben | TBA 2013 | [Shiraz Records] |
| Threw My Heart Away feat. Taylor Lipari | TBA 2013 | [Shiraz Records] |
| Besame Mucho feat Levi Whalen & Jaqueline Padilla | Jan.15, 2013 | [Shiraz Records] |
| Heaven Knows Remastered | Jan. 1 2013 | [Shiraz Records] |
| Dig Jag Vill Ha (You I Want) | Dec.24 2012 | [Shiraz Records] |
| Never Be Lonely feat. Levi Whalen | Oct.16 2012 | [Shiraz Records] |
| Miracle feat Si Ana | Feb.27 2012 | [Royalty Recordings] |
| Keep Falling in Love feat Florence Rezvani | March.9 2011 | [Indp.] |
| She Wants to Fly (Dedicated for freedom in Iran) | Aug.7 2009 | [Indp./CPOH OST] |
| 100 Miles | Jun.11 2008 | [Indp.] |
Featured songs
| Song | Year | Featured |
|---|---|---|
| Arsi Nami - Never Be Lonely (feat.Levi Whalen) | 2010-2013 | Featured as official dance track by 2012 European Game Award winners Goodgame Studios on web game Goodgame Disco |
| Arsi Nami - Miracle (feat.Si Ana) | 2012 | Featured 10 weeks as Top Staff Pick on World Largest Dance Music Store Beatport along with Kelly Clarkson and Radiohead |
| Arsi Nami - She Wants To Fly | 2010 | Featured on Cannes Film Festival movie Crown Prince of Heaven |
Acting
Arsi Nami's latest acting appearance include:
- Jenny & Johnny PSA shoot with producer of Avatar/Titanic Jon Landau at New Deal Studios.
References
- ^ "The Modern Magazine for Persian Music, Celebrations, Cuisine, Culture & Community". Persianmirror.com. 1984-05-21. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
- ^ "Arsi Nami | WhatsUpIran دایرکتوری فیلم و هنرمندان". Whatsupiran.com. Retrieved 2011-12-15.
- ^ "Sikta mot stjärnorna - Wikipedia" (in Template:Sv icon). Sv.wikipedia.org. 1994-09-09. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
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- ^ a b "Celebrity | Arsi Nami". PopStar. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
- ^ Crown Prince of Heaven (2010) - Soundtracks
- ^ arsidottk. "Arsi Nami - She Wants to Fly - Dedication to the People of Iran - For freedom - | PeaceDay Global Broadcast". Peaceday.tv. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
- ^ "arsi.tk". arsi.tk. Archived from the original on 22 July 2011. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
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{{cite web}}: Check|archiveurl=value (help); Unknown parameter|deadurl=ignored (|url-status=suggested) (help) - ^ "Blog Archive » Win/So Welcomes Arsi Nami!". Winogradsky/Sobel. 2012-01-13. Retrieved 2012-03-17.
- ^ "Miracle by Arsi Nami (feat.Si Ana) Fairsharemusic the home of feelgood downloads". Fairsharemusic. Retrieved 2012-12-24.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help) - ^ "Arsalan (Arsi) Nami". Iranian.com. Retrieved 2011-12-15.
- ^ "Sikta mot stjärnorna - Wikipedia" (in Template:Sv icon). Sv.wikipedia.org. 2011-12-11. Retrieved 2011-12-15.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ ""Music For Your Heart" Foundation Invites You to a Magical Night Celebrating the 2nd Anniversary Benefiting Children through Music". PRWEB. Retrieved 2012-10-07.
- ^ "Arsi Nami Live". Whatsupiran.com. 2011-09-20. Retrieved 2011-09-30.
- ^ "Save the Culture-Appreciation of Radio Iran 670AM - Art Galleries, California State University Northridge". Events.dailynews.com. 2011-07-31. Retrieved 2011-08-06.
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