Armik

"When people hear my music they say 'this is Armik,' because the sounds and the rhythms are different [from those of other musicians]. That's how I like it."

Hello again constant readers!  This week's featured "person of culture" is one of my favorite musicians, an extremely talented Iranian-Armenian guitarist named Armik.  I love music that allows me to reconnect with my Latino heritage and this artist is one who definitely captures everything I love about it.  He is a classically trained guitarist whose technique is flawless.  He also is very good at creating a complete sound in his songs that feature the guitar as solo instrument without giving the air that he's ever showing off his mad skills.  His music is really atmospheric, he transports you to wonderful places and situations.  I first discovered his sound when my mother bought one of his early albums: Gypsy Flame.  This album is still one of my favorites, though you really can't go wrong with any of his music.  His work is great for adding beauty to your home, just as you would hang a beautiful piece of art on the wall to enhance the ambience.  I love to play his albums in the background to relax and just let the colors of his music wash over me. For those of you who have yet to discover the work of this talented guitarist, I highly recommend taking a listen.  I've provided an example here from YouTube of one of my favorites of his songs, from the Gypsy Flame album entitled "Tear Drops".  Armik's music will transport you from your humdrum everyday routine to the glowing beaches of Spain.  I guarantee it.  Check him out!