A Life in Rhythm, Resistance, and Reinvention

For millions of Iranians living outside their homeland, especially during the 1980s and 1990s, Sandy’s music provided a vital emotional connection to their culture. His songs—full of slang, regional accents, and traditional rhythms—felt both nostalgic and forward-looking.

Tracks like “Ghazal”, “Haj Agha”, and “Khatereha” became unofficial anthems at Persian weddings, parties, and community events around the world. Whether in Los Angeles, Frankfurt, Toronto, or Dubai, a Sandy track was almost guaranteed to ignite the dancefloor.

July 29, 2025 | 5:15 pm