Farzad Golpayegani’s tenth solo album, “Ten” released on October 16th 2026.
There are 12 tracks in this album, bridging the gap between meditative instrumental fusion and aggressive, vocal-driven intensity. Completely self-produced, “Ten” is a masterclass in 8-string electric guitar technicality, complex odd-meter syncopation, and heavy modern grooves. Farzad G takes listeners on a dynamic journey – from the Middle Eastern scales and spiritual guitar solos of the lead instrumental “Final Dawn,” to the dark, politically charged vocal anthems of “Rusty Skull” and “Sardonic Grin.”
A unique hallmark of this album is its raw, authentic production. While the tracks feature expansive, electronic-style synth textures, there are no actual synthesizers or post-production tricks used. Every atmospheric layer, rhythm texture, and lead solo featuring these sounds was performed entirely live on the guitar using momentary foot switches and expression pedals. Alongside the original compositions, the album also features heavy, progressive covers of “Highway to Hell” and “Iron Man”.
The album will be in digital format only, and there is no plans to release any physical CDs.
Tracks of this album:
1. Recurring Wrath / 4:55
2. Rusty Skull / 3:40
3. Love and Hysteria / 3:52
4. Implode / 4:03
5. Conscious Defeat / 5:11
6. Sardonic Grin / 3:13
7. Divisive Mechanism / 3:44
8. Voluntary Degeneration / 3:48
9. Final Dawn / 4:18
10. Contaminated / 4:13
11. Highway To Hell / 3:54
12. Iron Man / 5:58
Farzad Golpayegani: Vocals, 8-String Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Baby Sitar, Bass Guitar, Ibo Drum, and Drum Programming
Music, Arrangement, Mix, Master, Cover Design and Artwork by Farzad Golpayegani
Album is available at: Apple Music, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube and other digital stores. [Users from Iran please visit Music page in Farsi]
Final Dawn – by Farzad Golpayegani
