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From bandmates to courtrooms: Ahren Stringer files lawsuit against Joel Birch

Author Benedetta Baldin - 24.2.2025

There has been some back and forth among the members, and it is clear that Ahren Stringer was kicked out of The Amity Affliction against his will. Stringer appears to be pursuing legal action against Joel Birch, his former bandmate.

Source: MetalSucks
Source: MetalSucks

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