Rostam quilts Americana with Persian influences on 'American Stories'

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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with singer-songwriter Rostam {RAH-stum} about embracing his Iranian roots on his new album American Stories.

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Publication time	Tue, 19 May 2026 03:58:28 -0400
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Music Rostam quilts Americana with Persian influences on 'American Stories' May 19, 20263:58 AM ET Leila Fadel NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with singer-songwriter Rostam {RAH-stum} about embracing his Iranian roots on his new album American Stories. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email

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