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Kahtmayan (Iranian Metal Band)
Kahtmayan started in January 2003, although much of the music was written by Homayoon Majdzadeh (guitarist) before that time. Official band activity began with the addition of Ardavan Anzabipour (Bassist), khaled Sanad zadeh (Drummer), and Ali Khodadoost (Keyboardist).
Writing for "Virtual Existence" was completed in fall 2003. The band decided to play some live shows before recording the ablum. So Kahtmayan played 6 shows over a week in January 2004. In mid-winter 2004, Vanik Vartanian replaced khaled Sanad zadeh as drummer, and Kahtmayan started to record.
Kahtmayan's initial sound consisted of blending heavy metal with traditional Iranian folk music. The focus in recent years has been to write and compose instrumental songs. The first album (Virtual Existence) is in the vein of progressive metal performed with guitar, bass, keyboard, and drums.
In creation of this album, we have used melodic elements and various harmonic textures and rhythms. Virtual Existence consists of 9 tracks and was written by Homayoon Majdzadeh in 2002. The album is scheduled for release in 2007.
Since most metal fans in Iran are into Thrash Metal, Kahtmayan decided to record the "EXIR" album. They changed the line up for this album to achieve a more thrash sound. They replaced the keyboardist with a second guitarist, Ali Azhari, in April 2005. "EXIR" was released on July 2005 by Ava Khorshid Company.
After recording is completed on "Virtual Existence", Kahtmayan plans to broaden their musical direction by adding vocals to their lineup!
Homayoon Majd Zadeh (Guitars)
I was born in Kerman and I play electric guitar since 1991.
Kahtmayan, for me, is maybe a reply to the silent invitation of the endless strands of my birthplace,... and of course, to what I believe.
I use Ibanez guitars, Marshall amps, Dunlop, Dimarzio pickups ,and GHS strings.
At the end, I hope to be a valuable servant to Kahtmayan...
Ardavan Anzabipour (Bass)
I was born in Rasht on October 1974 and I play bass guitar since 1990, well, professionally since 1996.
After years of joining different rock bands, I have an special feeling about Kahtmayan and I suppose there is a long way for us in this band.
I use a YAMAHA TRB 5PII bass guitar and a Marshall amps, seriously Labella 0.45 stringset is my favorite.
Naturally I hate the phrases "I can't..." and "It won't be..." and I believe that a smart warrior would be the winner at the end...
Vanik Vartanian (Drums)
I've joined with Kahtmayan from February 2004 as a drummer and I hope that the band would be able to present a different kind of music together.
I was born on 3. May 1975 and have started playing drums at the age of 18. Ever since I had been collaborating with several metal bands.
MAPEX drums and hardware, PAISTE cymbals, REMO drum's head and VIC-FIRTH sticks are what I use.
My favorite hobbies are music, watching Formula 1 and driving fast.
Ali Azhari (Guitars)
I started playing guitar on 1994 and I played with bunch of bands through these years. Bands such as Scourge, Arthimoth, Hidia and more ... Now I am in good feeling to play with Kahtmayan.
I use ESP Guitars, Marshall amps, Boss and Line 6 Effect processor and also ESP Picks and Strings.
Writing for "Virtual Existence" was completed in fall 2003. The band decided to play some live shows before recording the ablum. So Kahtmayan played 6 shows over a week in January 2004. In mid-winter 2004, Vanik Vartanian replaced khaled Sanad zadeh as drummer, and Kahtmayan started to record.
Kahtmayan's initial sound consisted of blending heavy metal with traditional Iranian folk music. The focus in recent years has been to write and compose instrumental songs. The first album (Virtual Existence) is in the vein of progressive metal performed with guitar, bass, keyboard, and drums.
In creation of this album, we have used melodic elements and various harmonic textures and rhythms. Virtual Existence consists of 9 tracks and was written by Homayoon Majdzadeh in 2002. The album is scheduled for release in 2007.
Since most metal fans in Iran are into Thrash Metal, Kahtmayan decided to record the "EXIR" album. They changed the line up for this album to achieve a more thrash sound. They replaced the keyboardist with a second guitarist, Ali Azhari, in April 2005. "EXIR" was released on July 2005 by Ava Khorshid Company.
After recording is completed on "Virtual Existence", Kahtmayan plans to broaden their musical direction by adding vocals to their lineup!
Homayoon Majd Zadeh (Guitars)
I was born in Kerman and I play electric guitar since 1991.
Kahtmayan, for me, is maybe a reply to the silent invitation of the endless strands of my birthplace,... and of course, to what I believe.
I use Ibanez guitars, Marshall amps, Dunlop, Dimarzio pickups ,and GHS strings.
At the end, I hope to be a valuable servant to Kahtmayan...
Ardavan Anzabipour (Bass)
I was born in Rasht on October 1974 and I play bass guitar since 1990, well, professionally since 1996.
After years of joining different rock bands, I have an special feeling about Kahtmayan and I suppose there is a long way for us in this band.
I use a YAMAHA TRB 5PII bass guitar and a Marshall amps, seriously Labella 0.45 stringset is my favorite.
Naturally I hate the phrases "I can't..." and "It won't be..." and I believe that a smart warrior would be the winner at the end...
Vanik Vartanian (Drums)
I've joined with Kahtmayan from February 2004 as a drummer and I hope that the band would be able to present a different kind of music together.
I was born on 3. May 1975 and have started playing drums at the age of 18. Ever since I had been collaborating with several metal bands.
MAPEX drums and hardware, PAISTE cymbals, REMO drum's head and VIC-FIRTH sticks are what I use.
My favorite hobbies are music, watching Formula 1 and driving fast.
Ali Azhari (Guitars)
I started playing guitar on 1994 and I played with bunch of bands through these years. Bands such as Scourge, Arthimoth, Hidia and more ... Now I am in good feeling to play with Kahtmayan.
I use ESP Guitars, Marshall amps, Boss and Line 6 Effect processor and also ESP Picks and Strings.
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