Biography
Andranik Madadian, widely known by his stage name Andy, is an Armenian-Iranian singer-songwriter and actor born on April 22, 1958, in Tehran. A naturalized American citizen, he has built a distinguished career spanning multiple cultures and languages, singing in Persian, Armenian, and English.
Andy has released music through prominent labels including Avang Music, Caltex Records, and Taraneh Records, earning a devoted following across the Iranian and Armenian diaspora. His sound draws from pop, dance-pop, soft rock, and Persian pop traditions, with guitar as one of his key instruments.
Among his many distinctions, Andy is recognized as the first Iranian singer to receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor. In January 2020, he was further honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6810 Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles — a milestone cementing his legacy as one of the most celebrated voices in Persian pop music.
Notable works
Songs
- ♪Kashki
- ♪Red Line Khatteh Ghermez
- ♪Daram Miram Be Tehran
- ♪Bia
- ♪Parya Khanoom
- ♪HANA
- ♪Bee Nazeer
- ♪Raze Man
Did you know?
- ★Andy is the first Iranian singer to receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
- ★In January 2020, Andy received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 6810 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles.
- ★He sings in multiple languages including Persian, Armenian, and English.
Frequently asked
What is Andy Madadian's real name?
His real name is Andranik Madadian. He is widely known by his stage name Andy.
Where was Andy born?
Andy was born in Tehran on April 22, 1958.
What languages does Andy sing in?
Andy sings in Persian, Armenian, and English.
What are some of Andy's major honors?
Andy is the first Iranian singer to receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, and he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in January 2020.
Which record labels has Andy worked with?
Andy has released music through Avang Music, Caltex Records, and Taraneh Records.
Sources: musicbrainz.org, wikidata.org, en.wikipedia.org, fa.wikipedia.org
Videos
Andy - Kashki
Andy featuring La Toya Jackson - Tehran
Andy - HANA
Andy - Balla
Andy - POONEH
Andy - CHE EHSASEH GHASHANGI
Andy - Parya Khanoom
Andy - Bee Nazeer
Andy - Ehsase Ghashang
Andy - TAHAMMOL -
Andy - Chie Mishod Remix
Andy - Melli Poosh Ha
Andy - Raze Man
Andy - Veda - Andy Madadian
Andy Tora Tanha Nemeezaram
Andy - AGEH ESHGH HAMINEH -
Ramsha And Andy - Bia
Andy - Madaram
Andy Toro Tanha Nemeezaram -
Andy - PEECHAK -
Andy - Red Line Khatteh Ghermez
Andy - CHE KHOSHGEL SHODI -
Andy - Az Man Yadeh Narafteh
Andy - KHOONEYEH KHALEE
Andy - Entezar
Andy - Gheeseyeh Eshgh
Khaled & Andy - Salama So Good
Andy - Daram Miram Be Tehran
Andy - The Good Fight
Andy - Eshgheh
