These are Fairy Tales That Don't Have a Happy Ending

This weekend, I had the opportunity to see Iranian rock group, Hypernova, for the third time. I first heard of the group a couple years ago through a Iranian-American site, and at first was a little skeptical. 'A rock group from Iran, and singing in English?' I used to think that combination was a little odd, but this group proved me wrong.

Hypernova, originally from Tehran, Iran, were a part of the underground music scene until they had a chance to come to the United States, the land of opportunity! I immediately purchased their first album, Through the Chaos, and right away noticed a subtle Persian influence on their dark rock sound...no wonder I liked it.

Seeing them this time was the first time after they released their live EP, Exit Strategy, at the end of the summer, so I got to hear some more of their new material other than a sample of it from their July show (last time I saw them). Honestly, I still prefer their older material, but this group has so much potential in their career. All four musicians are incredibly talented, and I can't wait to see what's next for them!

Can't finish a post without some photography :)

This was actually taken last July at their show at Bowery Ballroom.  One of my favorite concert shots ever.

Another favorite from their July show.

An Instagram pic from this weekend at Mercury Lounge.

Here's the video of their first single "Fairy Tales" from 2010.