In exile, the Black Cats reinvented themselves, blending traditional Persian melodies with modern pop and R&B, creating a sound that appealed to both abroad and in clandestine circles inside Iran. Their songs often featured romantic themes, dance rhythms, and sometimes social commentary. Pyruz Payandeh Azad – joined in the early 1990s, bringing a distinctive voice to the group’s R&B-infused songs. Kamran & Hooman – later members who carried the band’s legacy into the 2000s. Albums like Pool (1992), Fever (1993), and Spell of the Cats (1996) cemented their reputation in Persian pop music.
They were among the first Persian groups to successfully fuse Western pop trends with traditional Iranian themes, influencing generations of Persian pop artists that followed. The Black Cats are credited with modernizing pop music, introducing contemporary instrumentation and global pop styles. They have launched careers for many prominent singers in the diaspora. Their music remains popular among Iranians worldwide, symbolizing nostalgia for pre-revolutionary and continued evolution of Persian pop music. Despite lineup changes over the decades, the band’s name and influence have endured, showing their adaptability and commitment to Persian music.