Rostam

Rostam Batmanglij, known as Rostam, is an American songwriter, producer, and composer and a founding member of Vampire Weekend. He produced the band's first three albums and has worked with Frank Ocean, Clairo, HAIM, and Solange. His solo albums include Half-Light (2017), Changephobia, and American Stories (2026), which blends Persian and Americana influences. Live programs pair conversation about his creative process with intimate performances.