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Formed by guitarist and vocalist Shayan, TRIVAX was formed in 2009, in the underground music scene of his home city, Tehran. The capital of a country where freedom of expression is severely restricted, resulting in tough censorship laws. The Iranian government tightly controls musical content, prohibiting lyrics or themes deemed critical of the regime, or inconsistent with Islamic values, and heavy metal tends to fall under this category. So, stepping out of these rigid lines can carry severe consequences.

Escaping to the UK, Shayan found a like-minded ally in bassist Sully, who had similarly left Syria after facing jail time for his metal associations, and they teamed up with British drummer Matt Croton.

Now, TRIVAX utilises the adversity of its members鈥� roots, to produce its unique trademark sounds they call "Eastern Death Magic鈥�; a combination of black metal with Middle Eastern influences and on a mission to fight against oppression and totalitarianism through music.

Sahar Zand follows them as they work on their latest track Against All Opposition. An emotionally charged track, made in response to Iran鈥檚 nationwide protests, sparked by the death in custody of 22-year-old Mahsa Jina Amini in 2022.

(Photo: Shayan, Trivax. Credit: Sahar Zand)