Lowen is a London based Middle Eastern progressive doom band comprised of Nina Saeidi on vocals, daf, santoor and more, aswell as Shem Lucas on guitar, alongside Cal Constantine on drums and a bassist when playing live.
The band mainly focuses on the displaced identity of vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Nina Saeidi, who was born into exilefrom Iran in the UK. In Iran playing metal is illegal and women singing unaccompanied risk execution.
The ancient world, its art and languages, form a backdrop for an exploration of the pain and longing of the diasporically dispossessed in her mournful wails and use of traditional tahrir vocals unique to Iran.
In 2025, the band will tour in the UK and Europe with Zakk Sabbath, as well as perform at many notable festivals.