Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Sina Alam
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Promotional UPE article with WP:REFBOMB created by a blocked sock (part of this sock farm) that doesn't look notable, references look very poor, there is even a Google search as reference, it doesn't look like it passes WP:GNG or WP:MUSIC, that award is not a notable or significant thing as well. I see it was deleted from fawiki numerous times as not notable [1] [2] [3] and even salted at some point: [4], so if people who speaks this language natively and who can evaluate the sources better think he's not notable, I think he's not notable. Tehonk (talk) 03:17, 18 October 2023 (UTC)
- Note: This discussion has been included in the deletion sorting lists for the following topics: People, Bands and musicians, and Iran. WCQuidditch ☎ ✎ 04:25, 18 October 2023 (UTC)
- Keep – Let me clarify the points you've raised. Firstly, the logic you've applied seems flawed. Are you familiar with the Persian language? If not, I'd recommend learning it for better understanding. Secondly, articles have been frequently removed due to poor writing quality. Additionally, the individual in question is a renowned musician affiliated with several prominent Iranian bands. Wikipedia is an open platform, allowing anyone to translate their articles into different languages. I suggest you review the article closely. You'll observe that the sources you've cited are official Iranian news outlets, with no personal interviews included. This musician has received a prestigious award in his homeland and has been recognized with multiple local independent accolades. While I neither endorse nor support the deletion of your request, my proficiency in Farsi led me to review the article, and I believe it should be retained. Even if the author faces a ban, it doesn't imply that all their contributions are flawed. Mizan Online News Agency, Musicema, and yjc are all official Iranian news platforms. Given that he's a celebrated musician in Iran, it would be more constructive to edit and improve the article rather than advocating for its removal from Wikipedia. Khtibkiarash (talk) 22:49, 23 October 2023 (UTC)