Manouchehr Sakhaee Persian Singer · Stats, Songs & Biography

Manouchehr Sakhaee — Biography

Manouchehr Sakhaee was an Iranian pop singer and television producer associated with the early development of Persian pop on national radio. He worked as a journalist before a friendship with Parviz Iranfar drew him towards singing. Kaleskeh Zarrin, composed by Kambiz Mojdehi with lyrics by Parviz Vakili, helped secure his entry into radio. Kalagha, written by Nozar Parang and Parviz Maghsadi, later became a signature recording. His career also included film singing, acting and producing Zangooleha, a television programme that introduced emerging pop performers. After relocating his work to Los Angeles, he continued recording while developing a research project based on interviews about the history of Iranian pop. He died in California on 28 April 2011.