Rostam - American Stories (Album Review) - Stereoboard UK

Rostam: Stars and Stripes

Whether as a producer, Vampire Weekend member, or artist in his own right, Rostam has been the man behind some of America’s greatest modern indie successes; now, with third solo album ‘American Stories’, he’s attempting to find his own place in the world.

Rostam - American Stories (Album Review) - Stereoboard UK

Rostam Batmanglij is still perhaps best known as a founding member of Vampire Weekend, playing on and producing their first three albums, but in recent years he has quietly crafted a solo catalogue worth celebrating. His latest release is ‘American Stories’, an eclectic mix of lyrical tales worthy of the title, building upon the foundations of his previous work while tapping into his roots in Tehran.