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Zia, 28, plays his electric guitar in his room. He is the founder of rock band and dreams of performing live in public although playing or listening to music is criticized by many Islamic scholars. Some religious extremists have mistreated and even tortured Iranian musicians and live performances of some musicians are canceled or interrupted. Some musicians have been arrested during their live performance, due to lack of permission from the Ministry of Islamic Guidance, and sentenced prison for a short period.