Soshiant Unveils Tishtar: A Myth-Inspired Concept Album

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The Estonian record label Tunitemusic has announced the release of Tishtar, the latest concept album by Iranian composer and producer Soshiant. Blending ancient Persian mythology with contemporary sounds, Tishtar is a five-part musical journey that reimagines the Zoroastrian goddess of rain and prosperity as a symbol of hope for today’s world.

A Meeting of Myth and Modernity

At the heart of the album lies the myth of Tishtar, the divine archer and bringer of rain, who battles the demon of drought, Apaosha, to restore balance to the earth. In Soshiant’s interpretation, this myth becomes more than a story from antiquity—it transforms into an allegory of resilience, hope, and the universal longing for renewal. The rain of Tishtar is not selective; it nourishes all beneath the sky, embodying the ancient Persian principle of Arta—truth, order, and goodness—against Druj, falsehood and destruction.

The Music of Tishtar

The album unfolds across five interconnected compositions:

Sepandar – A contemplative opening led by the soulful sound of the oud, performed by Fouad Samiei, wrapped in ambient textures.
Tishtar – The centerpiece of the album, a neo-classical piano and strings piece performed by Arashk Azizi, enriched by subtle electronic elements.
Hadhayosh – Inspired by the mythical primordial cow, performed with layered acoustic cello by Julián Reynoso and electric piano, evoking flow and eternal hope.
Apaosha – The darkest moment of the album, minimal yet powerful, where synthesizers and beats depict the emptiness of drought and the menace of destruction.
Homa – A nostalgic finale opening with the call of the legendary Homa bird, accompanied by guitar and piano, carrying the listener toward an emotional resolution.

In addition, Tishtar features alternative versions of key tracks, where the beats are stripped away, leaving space for intimate, acoustic-driven performances.

Music for Today’s World

While rooted in ancient myth, Tishtar speaks directly to contemporary struggles. For Soshiant, the goddess of rain becomes a symbol of much-needed renewal in a fractured world. In particular, the album resonates with the ongoing crises in Iran, where drought, political tension, and societal unrest echo the mythic conflict between Tishtar and Apaosha. Yet the music ultimately offers hope—rain as a metaphor for goodness, compassion, and the shared possibility of a new beginning.

A Global Collaboration

Recorded across borders, Tishtar brings together musicians from Iran, Estonia, and beyond. Its fusion of acoustic instruments, subtle electronics, and cinematic arrangements reflects Soshiant’s ability to bridge cultural traditions and modern soundscapes.

Released under Tunitemusic, Tishtar continues the label’s mission to champion innovative contemporary and classical projects that connect myth, history, and emotion with today’s audiences.