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Review | Rahman Mammadli — psychedelic Azerbaijani guitar that mixes traditional with contemporary
The short set highlights Rahman Mammadli’s soulful guitar solos and unique, traditionally-influenced playing style.
Nate Ostiller
Nate joined OC Media as an editor after a year at The Kyiv Independent, where he covered Ukraine, Russia, and the South Caucasus. He has a background in grant writing and reporting on post-Soviet geopolitics, with a focus on conflict-sensitive journalism and human rights.
OC Insider
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US House passes MEGOBARI Act
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Georgia
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