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The US’s recent mega-sale of arms to Saudi Arabia seems to have made the whispers of bombing Iran grow louder, but so have Iranian-Americans in their pursuance of the “American Dream”. Realizing the trance of opportunity and freedom that brought them to the US in the first place, Iranian-Americans are arriving on a multitude of industries with great amplitude. Kayvon Zand, a surging model, musician, and promising supplementary to the eruption of current young Iranian-American artists making a name in their niche, is a witty superstar in the making. With his bewitching lucent-azure eyes and original style, Kayvon should be on everyone’s watch list. We had the exclusive pleasure to interview the inevitable heavy-weight in New York’s finest fashion circles and self-declared “Supermodel Terrorist” recently for your enjoyment. Click here to listen to a sample of his new track ‘Push It’.

Sanaz Khalaj: Where were you born?

Kayvon Zand: Good ole Wilmington, NC

SJ: Music, acting, or modeling - which is your biggest passion?

KZ: Well music was my first language.  I knew how to play before I could
speak, so there is definitely a connection with my soul and harmony.
Although, I am a renaissance man, I love art in all forms.

SJ: Have you worked with any Iranian designers, like Hushi from "Michael &
Hushi" or Pegah Anvarian, as a model?

KZ: I started modeling in Europe and that is where I reached the climax in
my modeling career to date.  I did not have the opportunity at the time
to work with them, although, I have worked with Nima Behnoud here in
NYC.


SJ: Were you musical from an early age?

KZ: Again, first language ;)

SJ: Who is your favorite designer and why?

KZ: To be honest I do not follow brands or names.  People on the street inspire me.  So I would say NYC scene kids are amongst my favorite designers because they make everything from head to toe they are wearing.  Not for everyone, but true self expression.


SJ: Who is your favorite musician and why?

KZ: I actually am I big fan of Javad Maroofi.  I grew up mimicking his
compositions.  Rachmaninoff is another legend right next to Dave Gohan
of Depeche mode.  I love music that speaks from melody, not necessarily
words.


SJ: Who is your favorite actor?

KZ: Johnny Depp is just cool.  His darkness and choice of roles appeal to me.


SJ: Who do you consider an inspiration or role model?

KZ: Hmm, this is kind of tricky.  Everyday someone inspires me.  I cant
imagine having one person as inspiration, that would make me a copy
cat, lol.  Everyone is an inspiration whether it be dark or light.  The
past has inspired me to move forward if anything.


SJ: What do you think of the new-generation of Iranian-American musicians; i.e. Deep Dish?