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    Niyaz: Mazaar, featuring AR Rahman

    Niyaz draws inspiration from the folk traditions of Iran. Their newest release pays tribute to cultures that heed to the philosophy of passive resistance.

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    By Ariana Morgenstern • Jul 27, 2012 • 1 min read

    Niyaz draws inspiration from the folk traditions of Iran. Their newest release,

    Sumud, translates to "steadfastness" in Arabic and fuels the idea for their new recording. They pay tribute to cultures that heed to the philosophy of passive resistance. Today's Top Tune is "

    Mazaar" and features the voice of A.R. Rahman.

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      Executive Producer, Music Department & Today's Top Tune

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