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EPISODE · May 18, 2026 · 8 MIN

Rostam

from What's In My Bag? [The Podcast] · host Amoeba Music

Producer, singer, and songwriter Rostam goes record shopping at Amoeba Hollywood in this "What's In My Bag?" episode. The multi-instrumentalist and founding member of Vampire Weekend takes us back to 1997 -- an exceptional year for music by The Verve, Radiohead, Daft Punk & more -- and talks about the importance of always keeping an open mind. Rostam's first new solo album in five years, American Stories, is out now via Mastor Projects.Rostam's picks:• The Verve - Urban Hymns (LP) • Radiohead - OK Computer (LP) • Daft Punk - Homework (LP) • Lauryn Hill - The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill (LP) • Tyler, The Creator - Chromakopia (LP) • The Beatles - Complete Scores (BOOK) Featured Artist: RostamEditor: Charlie McTavish SmithExecutive Producer: Rachael McGovernProducer/Director: Craig MillerAssistant Director: Derich HeathCameras: Derich HeathAudio Recorded by: Patrick EmswilerAssistant Editor: Patrick EmswilerWatch Rostam's "What's In My Bag?" episode on Amoeba.comFollow Amoeba Hollywood on InstagramFollow Amoeba San Francisco on InstagramFollow Amoeba Berkeley on Instagram

Producer, singer, and songwriter Rostam goes record shopping at Amoeba Hollywood in this "What's In My Bag?" episode. The multi-instrumentalist and founding member of Vampire Weekend takes us back to 1997 -- an exceptional year for music by The Verve, Radiohead, Daft Punk & more -- and talks about the importance of always keeping an open mind. Rostam's first new solo album in five years, American Stories, is out now via Mastor Projects. Rostam's picks: • The Verve - Urban Hymns (LP) • R...

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