Words by Dina Amin Photography by Anne Moffat For some, music is a way of expressing one’s identity; it enables a voice, an opportunity for validation. For III.Terra – Melbourne-based producer and sound engineer – music is a means of giving something back. Born and raised in Canada, III. comes from a strict Islamic background. Half Iraqi, half Afghani, III.’s appreciation for music, in particular hip-hop, began at the age of 13 when he discovered Nas and Biggie Smalls. When he was 15, his family moved to Perth and III. quickly became a victim of Islamophobia. III. used music as a means of expression and escapism, often running to his room to listen to beats and write rhymes. His appreciation for music evolved into a love of dance, the latter leading to a newfound respect from his classmates. After high school, III. studied a Bachelor of Audio at Perth’s SAE campus, where he graduated as a qualified sound engineer. Why did he pursue sound engineering and not song writing? “Sound engineering caught my attention more than rap itself; the versatility of being able to work with so many artists and being able to inspire at the same time. Eventually, I … Continue reading A SCENE OF OPPORTUNITY