American Stories centers on the question of what it means to be American. Rostam Batmanglij, raised in the United States with Iranian parents, draws on both cultural backgrounds. He aims to combine Iranian music with his own creative work, emphasizing the beauty of music that connects America and the Middle East. The album merges Americana instrumentation such as acoustic guitars and pedal steel with Persian influences he grew up with. The cover art uses an upside-down American flag. The songs address experiences including road trips and forgiveness, reflecting personal and cultural identity.
"“My mom had always been like, 'you should blend Iranian music with what you do like more than you ever have,'” Rostam told NPR's Leila Fadel. “I love this idea that music that weaves together America and the Middle East can be beautiful.”"
"American Stories, Rostam's third album, quilts together the Americana sounds of acoustic guitars and pedal steel with the Persian influences he grew up with. The cover art features an upside-down American flag. On the album, he sings about everything from road trips to forgiveness."
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