New Zealand modern groove metal trio Alien Weaponry has shared one of the most aggressive, death metal-leaning songs from its upcoming third album, “Te Rā.” The song, ‘Taniwha,” features a heavy-hitting contribution from longtime supporter and metal icon Randy Blythe of Lamb of God.
“Te Rā” will be released Friday, March 28, 2025, via Napalm Records. Pre-order it here, and listen to “Taniwha” below.
“Lamb of God played a significant role in making Alien Weaponry what it is today, and this collaboration with Randy Blythe feels like one of those ‘pinch yourself’ moments that our teenage selves would never believe possible,” Alien Weaponry said. “Randy’s lyricism and vocal expertise was an amazing addition to this song and we are beyond stoked to share this song/milestone with the world.”
Since releasing its debut, “Tū” (2018), Alien Weaponry has been lauded for its kinetic presence and sound, as well as its blend of culturally profound lyricism in both English and te reo Māori, the indigenous language of New Zealand.
With its third full-length album, Alien Weaponry expand on its hallmark messages of cultural, societal and environmental resilience while delivering its most massive-sounding, focused musical output ever. In the hands of veteran producer/mixer Josh Wilbur (Lamb of God, Gojira, Megadeth), Te Rā’s blend of groove, nu, math and thrash metal shines with anthemic choruses and technical skill. The album grapples with what it’s like to be caught in the pull of divergent cultures—not just for the descendants of colonized people, but for all of us.
“Te Rā” track listing:
- Crown
- Mau Moko
- 1000 Friends
- Hanging by a Thread
- Tama-nui-te-rā
- Myself to Blame
- Taniwha (feat. Randy Blythe)
- Blackened Sky
- Te Riri o Tāwhirimātea
- Ponaturi
- Te Kore
“Te Rā” will be available in the following formats:
- 1-LP Deluxe Gatefold Splatter Vinyl w/ 20” Booklet, Patch, Slipmat – Napalm mail order only, limited to 300
- 1-LP Gatefold Marbled Vinyl – Napalm mail order only, limited to 300
- 1-LP Gatefold Black Vinyl
- 1-CD Digisleeve
- Digital Album
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