Alien Weaponry is a New Zealand metal band. Known for their powerful fusion of thrash and groove metal, the band stands out for incorporating te reo Māori (the Māori language) into many of their songs, bringing Indigenous culture and history into a modern metal context.

They gained international attention at a young age with their breakout track “Rū Ana Te Whenua,” and have since built a global following through relentless touring and high-energy performances. Their music often explores themes of heritage, identity, colonial history, and social issues, giving their sound both cultural depth and emotional weight. With albums like Tū and Tangaroa, Alien Weaponry has positioned itself as one of the most unique and impactful rising acts in modern metal.