Alien Weaponry are a trailblazing metal band from Waipu, Aotearoa, blending the
raw power of thrash and groove metal with the rich cultural heritage of the
Māori people. Formed in 2010 by brothers Henry de Jong (drums) and Lewis de Jong
(vocals/guitar), and later joined by Tūranga Morgan-Edmonds (bass), the band
have become internationally recognised for their fierce sound and commitment to
telling indigenous stories through their music. What sets Alien Weaponry apart
is their use of Te Reo Māori (the Māori language) in their lyrics, combined with
themes rooted in New Zealand's h...