Risking Everything

He Escaped Iran — Now They're Sending Him Back

In this interview, Amid, also known as Atash, the founder of the black metal band Kaaboos, shares his harrowing journey from Iran to Norway. Born in Iran, where his art could get him killed, Amid moved to Norway to pursue his passion for black metal. As an asylum seeker whose request was denied, however, he now faces deportation back to Iran… where he could be tortured or killed

Amid discusses the threats he has received, the challenges of navigating Norway’s immigration system, and how music has become his lifeline. This is a powerful story of resilience, freedom of expression, and the fight for survival against oppressive regimes.

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