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Touring since 2004, Lebanese-Armenian artist GURUMIRAN established an unmistakably captivating sound to set him apart from the rest of the world and folk music scene. On solo debut Aberrance (2015), GURUMIRAN draws from his multi-cultural heritage to mimic duduk, oud, bouzouki, and saz with a signature effect-drenched guitar. The kaleidoscopic compositions blend middle-eastern rhythms, ethno-guitar licks, and electronic soundscapes "reminiscent of Radiohead, The Human League, and New Order". Topped with magnetic performances and "theatrical vocals à la David Bowie, David Byrne, and Nick Cave", Guru entices audiences live creating a loyal fan-base who are kept on their feet never knowing what comes next. Building on Aberrance, GURUMIRAN continues to explore sonic possibilities. Follow up singles Man Who Sold Eldunya - Arabic tribute to Bowie (2018) and Armenian-folk Hingala (2018) stunned even his most avid fans where sounds in English, Arabic, and Armenian fuse seamlessly for an unrivaled and fascinating experience. The Lebanese turmoil of 2019, followed by Beirut port blast, and his relocation to Armenia and sociopolitical transformations post-COVID brought along relevant works and ideas: Singles such as Miranda (2019), Rayyess Bek (2020), Partsratsoum (2021), Sing (2024) and Nude (2025) showcase the musical and lyrical transition to his second full length LP Notes from Underground (2025).

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Released post August 2020 explosion of Beirut port, Rayyess Bek is a Lebanese-Anthem inspired song depicting the relentless struggle of a society trying to break free from corruption, feudalism, tribalism, and a banking system that empowered the richest.

Photo taken by Hussein Makke in Beirut, October 28, 2019

One simple story Just happened today let me tell you about it A man of honour He decided he refuses to pay He’s leaving behind him All his glory and fame She’s pulling the right strings Now he has to obey Now he must obey You have the right to remain silent Everything you say or do will be used against you You have the right to remain violent Everything you say or do will be used against you Pointing fingers They’re back all around With smiley figures They just can’t make a sound They just can’t hear a sound You swear to tell the truth brother Oh well now what do you say ريحتك طالعه من بعيد كتير يا شيخ You smell betrayal You have the right to remain silent Everything you say or do will be used against you You have the right to remain violent Everything you say or do will be used against you

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The album is also available on vinyl. To order, please write to contact<at>gurumiran.com

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