Powerhouse singer/songwriter

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: I recently recorded original music that includes lyrics in both English and Farsi to be released in 2024.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: I was recently in the studio co-writing for Melrose Avenue, a rock band from Australia. I also toplined on a house track for LA-based artist Zach Mackey.

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: I recommend Jonah Ocean, an excellent multi-instrumentalist. I also recommend Mishell Ivon, a powerful singer songwriter and top liner.

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: As an instrumentalist I love my analog sounds, but also employ digital sounds for my music.

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: My promise is to deliver high quality vocals with thoughtful lyrics and tasty melodies with confidence.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: I love being able to exercise my creativity and to collaborate with people of all kinds of backgrounds.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: Most often they ask about turn around time and what is included in my delivery. I let them know that depending on the size of the project the delivery window is between 2 days up to a week, and I can deliver multiple takes of each line as well as adlibs and backing tracks.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: The biggest misconception is that I am only a singer, as I am also a strong guitarist, bass player, composer and songwriter.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: I will ask them to provide me with references to released songs, if possible. I will also ask if they have any ideas for where they want the song to go lyrically.

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: Don't be afraid to give me details on your vision so we can work to get you what you need, and trust you are in confident hands.

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: My computer My mic My electric guitar My amp My audio interface

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: I have been a professional musician for 15 years. I started off touring with a rock band in 2011, and since then have built an extensive catalog of music, written and produced for other artists, and honed in on my live and studio performance skills.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: My personal project combines RnB/Soul sounds with Middle Eastern ones, with a jazzy blend as well.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: I would love to work with Mark Ronson, he is an iconic producer who has worked with some of the most successful artists in the world for decades.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Often times the first idea that comes to you is the best, trust your judgment and your own personal vision.

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: My primary genres are RnB, soul and jazz. I have also worked a lot on pop, EDM, house, rock, middle eastern, afrobeats and latin music.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: I have a very flexible voice - I am known for my runs, as well as my powerhouse vocals. I lock in with rhythms of various genres and create very tasteful toplines.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring a perspective that combines old school soul with modern and fresh performances and composition. Because of my middle eastern background and my extensive performance experience, I can perform in various genres and deliver high quality results.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: When I receive a song to topline and record vocals on I take a few turns with the instrumental and begin sketching out the strongest melodies that come to me. I then add lyrics to these melodies, either based on specifications from my client or based on personal inspiration. Once I'm ready I record the vocals, providing multiple takes of each track, as well as backing tracks and adlibs.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I have a professional at home studio that includes a modded AKG p220, and a scarlet 2i2 audio interface. I run Logic Pro.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: I am inspired by vocalists with strong and agile voices, such as Yebba, and Lauryn Hill. I combine those influences with my Persian roots and am also inspired by artists such as Googoosh

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: I most commonly am hired to write, topline, and record vocals and guitar for my clients. I have also been hired to teach music and to coach on music industry practices and performance strategies.