Biography
Dariush Eghbali, known mononymously as Dariush (داریوش), is a highly acclaimed Iranian singer, musician, and former actor. Born in Tehran in 1951, he began his music career in the early 1970s, a period that saw him earn the title of Iran's most popular singer from a 1977 youth magazine.
His work spans over 208 songs across more than 27 albums. Beyond his musical career, Dariush has also worked as a blogger and has appeared in two Iranian films: Yaran and Faryad Zir e Ab. He is recognized as a foundational figure in his generation, having been described by Ethnomusicology Professor Farzaneh Hemmasi as "the best-loved popular musician of his generation" alongside Googoosh.
After leaving Iran following the 1979 Iranian Revolution, he continued his prolific output. Dariush is also the founder of the Mirror Foundation (بنیانگذار بنیاد آینه). His musical styles include Pop and Rock, and his voice is described as bass.
Notable works
Songs
- ♪Shabeh Akhar
- ♪Parastesh
- ♪Geryeh
- ♪Hesse To
- ♪Nafase Iran
- ♪Niaz
- ♪Dobareh Baz Khaham Gasht
- ♪Masloob Live
Albums
- ▸Vahm (2026)
- ▸Dariush Essentials (2026)
- ▸Hamghosseh (Live) (2025)
- ▸Ejazeh (Lofi Remix) (2024)
- ▸Tekyeh Bar Bad (Live) (2023)
- ▸Darde Moshtarak (2023)
- ▸Naroozegar (2023)
- ▸Barkhiz (2023)
- ▸Che Mikoni? (2022)
- ▸Be Samteh Fardaye Jahan (2022)
- ▸Gorg (2021)
- ▸Labkhand (2020)
Did you know?
- ★He earned the title of Iran's most popular singer from a youth magazine in 1977.
- ★He has appeared in two Iranian films: *Yaran* and *Faryad Zir e Ab*.
- ★Dariush is the founder of the Mirror Foundation (بنیانگذار بنیاد آینه).
Frequently asked
What genres does Dariush perform?
Dariush's work spans Pop and Rock, and his music is categorized as Worldwide.
Sources: music.apple.com, wikidata.org, en.wikipedia.org, fa.wikipedia.org
