Front View Magazine

Niloo Farahzadeh is a musician, singer-songwriter, and visual artist whose work is as captivating as it is genre-defying. Based in Lekwungen Territory (Victoria, BC, Canada), Niloo blends shoegaze, dreampop, folk, and Iranian pop into a soundscape that feels both otherworldly and familiar, like stepping into a dream laced with nostalgia. Her music transcends borders, reflecting her rich cultural heritage as an Iranian-Canadian woman, while exploring themes of ancestry, migration, and diasporic identity.

Through her project Niloo, she creates a sonic space that honors her roots, weaving together elements of western psych, dreampop, and shoegaze with the smooth, melodic rhythms of 70s Iranian pop. Her work is deeply personal, offering a bridge between her past and present, and inviting listeners into an intimate exploration of memory and belonging. With every note and brushstroke, Niloo brings her unique perspective to life, creating a tapestry of sound that resonates with anyone who has ever felt the pull between different worlds.