G’day, metalheads! It’s Jai, that Aussie Metal Guy, and today I’m stoked to bring you an epic conversation with two-thirds of New Zealand’s powerhouse groove metal trio, ALIEN WEAPONRY—Henry Te Reiwhati de Jong and Tūranga Porowini Morgan-Edmonds. These legends have been trailblazing the global metal scene with their hard-hitting sound and unique ability to weave Māori heritage and cultural storytelling into some of the heaviest riffs you’ll ever hear.
With their new album Te Rā about to drop on March 28, 2025, via Napalm Records, Henry, and Tūranga are here to dive deep into what makes this record their boldest, most powerful offering yet. From working with producer Josh Wilbur to collaborating with Lamb Of God’s Randy Blythe on the track “Taniwha,” Te Rā promises to be a cultural and musical masterpiece. We’re talking massive grooves, lyrical intensity in both English and Te Reo Māori, and themes that tackle everything from battle lore and Māori tradition to the struggles of modern society.
“Te Rā”, out March 28! Pre-order “Te Rā” now: https://lnk.to/AlienWeaponry-TeRa
