Alien Weaponry - Kai Tangata (OFFICIAL VIDEO) REACTION

[@jwilliams6el]

They ain’t acting bro that’s they way most of us in New Zealand are raised! From a young age we learn Maori it is taught at most schools here and from your family as well. We are a proud culture and me being a metal head just makes me even prouder to see these boys do what there doing

[@bananaempijama]

The 2 brothers have also Maori heritage, from their father's side

[@t-rexngatokorua8733]

I think the whole reason this band is blowing up is because its exposing the world to the other side of Maori that they're not used to. Also new having it mixed with metal, I've seen a lot of people loving it just because they're so entrigued by our culture and history. Hope you enjoyed from lil ol new Zealand! Churr!

[@danielbaxter4068]

hahahaha love that churrr sign off.

[@b1majka]

No... They are playing traditional metal... You just watch these jerk offs

[@fishhead1227]

I was intrigued by the culture when I first saw Whale Rider and it is only top 5 favorite movie list. To these kids, a great huzzah for them to keep their native tongue and heritage alive. The lyrics come from a place of defense, immense pain and a yearning to keep alive the traditions of the people by engaging the rest of the world in excellent music and exceptional lyrics.

[@bruhtonbruhkkinson6848]

@Morgasm172 You're actually kind of special.

[@bruhtonbruhkkinson6848]

@Morgasm172 You're welcome bby uwu

[@MajesticDemonLord]

FYI - they weren't actors, but members of a Kapa-haka group - they are all Maori (and I believe from the same tribe)

[@AnvilProject]

And cousins of the band members.

[@AAVVVAAADDAAAKAAADAVRAAA]

MajesticDemonLord 2 tribes

[@keybladerasta4142]

It's called iwi not tribes lol

[@proxi9511]

yes but iwi means tribe.

[@drehopkinson3333]

@@keybladerasta4142 yes the proper way of saying tribe in maori is iwi

[@andwhat481]

LYRICS He taua, He taua! - (A war party, a war party!) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Ka hopungia e maha nga upoko - (Many heads are sought) Ka hopungia e maha taurekareka - (Many slaves are sought) E mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Anei rā - (Behold) Te uhi o Mataora - (The chisel of Mataora) Pai tuarā - (The strong back) Te kokongapere - (The base of the spine) Nga rape - (The buttock spirals) Te kitemaimairu - (The thigh) Tatua taua - (The war belt) Nga tā moko puhoro - (The tattooed bodies of warriors) Anei nga tohu a Tūmatauenga - (These are the omens of war) He pakanga nunui mo te whakautu - (A mighty battle to avenge us) Tae mai nga tūpuna mo te whakaāwhina - (Our ancestors gather to assist us) Kia mau nga Tohunga mo te whakakarakia - (Our priests prepare the incantations) E mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Anei rā - (Behold) Te uhi o Mataora - (The chisel of Mataora) Pai tuarā - (The strong back) Te kokongapere - (The base of the spine) Nga rape - (The buttock spirals) Te kitemaimairu - (The thigh) Tatua taua - (The war belt) Nga tā moko puhoro - (The tattooed bodies of warriors) Anei nga tohu a Tūmatauenga - (These are the omens of war) A Tūmatauenga x4 - (Of Tūmatauenga) Mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga x4 - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Whakatangi o nga pū, whakapatu nga taiaha - (The cry of guns, the blows of the taiaha) Te kikokiko rekareka ō aku hoariri - (The sweet flesh of our enemies) Nga umu whakakīa tātau kōpū ki te utu - (The ovens fill our bellies with revenge) E mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Anei rā - (Behold) Te uhi o Mataora - (The chisel of Mataora) Pai tuarā - (The strong back) Te kokongapere - (The base of the spine) Nga rape - (The buttock spirals) Te kitemaimairu - (The thigh) Tatua taua - (The war belt) Nga tā moko puhoro - (The tattooed bodies of warriors) Anei nga tohu a Tūmatauenga - (These are the omens of war) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath)

[@Yeaahnext]

Hey My dad is in there and he is the chief of the Maori tribe

[@alphaomega3633]

Wow. Congrats.

[@stevekelly980]

Massive respect to you and your family.

[@scrawnychubs2249]

Which māori tribe? There's a shit load 😂

[@spencerking5097]

That’s cool asf

[@FriendChicken]

Awesome!

[@Selkirk69]

this is an actual historical event sad outcome but true...the brothers are half dutch half Maori and take a lot of pride in their lineage

[@robowarriorx]

They filmed this at some of the same locations as in the movie The Dead Lands, which is a bad ass Maori movie and I absolutely recommend it..I believe its still streaming on Netflix.

[@medieeevil3697]

Those actors are actually the cousins of the De Jong brothers

[@ThefattestCatOnMars]

medieeevil - They aren’t actors dingus, they are part of the actual iwi (tribe).

[@medieeevil3697]

@@ThefattestCatOnMars but there acting tho hey ? 🤫

[@peterteohaere4986]

@@ThefattestCatOnMars yep but bro they are part of the boys tribe and medieeevil are right they are acting a part in a music video. Ka pai.chur bro but your right aswell their actually cousins off the boys.

[@isaacgillam-lindo8110]

it never occurred to me until now how metal the Mouri language actually is.

[@msboneyardsx]

Isaac Gillam-Lindo the language is Te Reo Maori. It's a passionate language.

[@isaacgillam-lindo8110]

msboneyardsx that's what I said

[@birko985]

Yeah it's coz every syllable ends with a vowel. Makes the language sound really powerful

[@abstractdave]

Get the spelling right Maori, not Mouri

[@jameyevans8593]

Raw vocals are always great but when you throw in the language of a people who thrived on intimidation in war and prided themselves on being warriors (I hope I know enough history to be appropriate I'm so sorry if it's not), it's hard af.

[@billholder1330]

The title means "Eat People" so yeah, hardcore. The actors in the video are the band's friends and family.

[@DonTheMoron716]

Correct.😊

[@johnpaton8047]

This is modern metal on an old story. The story is a commentary on how the maori feel about things and metal is an appropriate vehicle for this story..

[@Agroguy420]

John Paton no.. it’s about the Maori musket wars... look it up the video will make more sense

[@shirrepoffer]

Alien Weaponry is awesome! I love the maori even if I don't understand a word :D Check out Holding my Breath or Rū Ana Te Whenua by them if you haven't heard those.

[@Aziraal-Starhammer]

On the original video, someone has actually done the translation for you. It is pretty cool.

[@DJ-mk5ln]

This song is used in the game and trailer for Werewolf the Apocalypse Earthblood game coming out 2021

[@banteringboomer4280]

i think they have a bit of Sepultura roots era.... hints anyways

[@libertine40]

shayne s I felt that too - early Pantera too...

[@phantomechelon3628]

I thought exactly the same thing, first time I heard this.

[@smward87]

I mean Max and Igor Cavalera were both around 15 when they started Sepultura, just like the de Jung brothers here. They even played the same instruments. Max sang and played guitar, Igor was on drums, just like Lewis and Henry here. The parallels are more than a mere coincidence lol.

[@Kawititureicopeman]

That's Fricken cool to see your own culture being shared by foreigners☺

[@ngatibroffessor1840]

They usually have subtitles just make sure to check. TRANSLATION : He taua, He taua! - (A war party, a war party!) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Ka hopungia e maha nga upoko - (Many heads are sought) Ka hopungia e maha taurekareka - (Many slaves are sought) E mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) *My note - Tumatauenga is the God of WAR in Maori tradition. *My note - below they are describing the tattooing process and the designs and how it adorns warriors. Anei rā - (Behold) Te uhi o Mataora - (The chisel of Mataora) Pai tuarā - (The strong back) Te kokongapere - (The base of the spine) Nga rape - (The buttock spirals) Te kitemaimairu - (The thigh) Tatua taua - (The war belt) Nga tā moko puhoro - (The tattooed bodies of warriors) Anei nga tohu a Tūmatauenga - (These are the omens of war) He pakanga nunui mo te whakautu - (A mighty battle to avenge us) Tae mai nga tūpuna mo te whakaāwhina - (Our ancestors gather to assist us) Kia mau nga Tohunga mo te whakakarakia - (Our priests prepare the incantations) E mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Anei rā - (Behold) Te uhi o Mataora - (The chisel of Mataora) Pai tuarā - (The strong back) Te kokongapere - (The base of the spine) Nga rape - (The buttock spirals) Te kitemaimairu - (The thigh) Tatua taua - (The war belt) Nga tā moko puhoro - (The tattooed bodies of warriors) Anei nga tohu a Tūmatauenga - (These are the omens of war) A Tūmatauenga x4 - (Of Tūmatauenga) Mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga x4 - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Whakatangi o nga pū, whakapatu nga taiaha - (The cry of guns, the blows of the taiaha) Te kikokiko rekareka ō aku hoariri - (The sweet flesh of our enemies) Nga umu whakakīa tātau kōpū ki te utu - (The ovens fill our bellies with revenge) E mahi nga mahi a Tūmatauenga - (This is the work of Tūmatauenga) Anei rā - (Behold) Te uhi o Mataora - (The chisel of Mataora) Pai tuarā - (The strong back) Te kokongapere - (The base of the spine) Nga rape - (The buttock spirals) Te kitemaimairu - (The thigh) Tatua taua - (The war belt) Nga tā moko puhoro - (The tattooed bodies of warriors) Anei nga tohu a Tūmatauenga - (These are the omens of war) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath) Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua - (Footsteps pound the sacred warpath)

[@joeedwards830]

They won a high school music competition called smokefree rockquest last year i believe

[@BethDoublekickChick]

Hey guys! I discovered AW in July, after seeing Machine Head, got home and put KZbin on and these young lads were suggested. I have to listen to it every single day since! Big fan. Great reaction, dudes! \m/

[@Walkerbtween]

Im going onto every youtube channel that do Alien Weaponry just to do a thumbs up. These young men and their music is waaaaay special.

[@chrisis6]

You need to see them live. I got to see them at Bloodstock this year and they were flawless. They left the stage with the whole crowd chanting their name and begging for one more song.

[@angelapierce6764]

I think this song is spreading quickly, another channel I watch also did a review. I love this song, it too came up in my recommended videos. I can't wait to see where these guys go. I enjoy your reactions as they are very real and honest.

[@iesharobinson5153]

Tumatauenga is the Maori God of War, Hunting, Food cultivation, Fishing & Cooking. 💙

[@jnrchibelle7932]

♥

[@phantomechelon3628]

Wow - thats a lot of work for one god! 😁

[@necrodeathhead1]

The ages are 16 and 18 I believe.I bought the album and its very good.Production could be a little better for the vocals though.I recommend checking out the album.

[@TwoToeTags]

necrodeathhead1 We are currently reviewing the album. Check back on Friday for the video!

[@DKfan87]

I had seen the thumbnail for this in my recommendations for a few weeks several months ago. Decided to watch to see what these kids were all about. Wasn't disappointed at all. I do get a Chaos A.D.-era Sepultura vibe from them rather than Slipknot. And for their age, they're thoroughly impressive. New Zealand is being put on the map with bands like them. I wish them nothing but success.

[@djToniTontonNewZealand]

they are 18 just won rock band of the year 2018 in NZ in te reo Maori. They are part Maori, speak fluent maori. This video is about the maori wars back 1800's, Tangata pronounced tongue na taa

[@robertcurry389]

Most of those extras in the music video were actually blood relatives to the band members.

[@ThefattestCatOnMars]

Robert Curry - The band members are cousins with them. They are from that tribe, but their cousins in the video are deeper rooted in it because they live in different parts of New Zealand. There are no “extras” all the people in the video are from that iwi.

[@batteytehoukamau9962]

Slipknot and Alien Weaponry win win for me. Proud Māori here

[@nelisvanwieren9508]

Fuck I love this. So heavy and naturally the tribal element makes its even heavier. Reminds me of Sepultura in the Cavalera years

[@phantomechelon3628]

I love the way these guys incorporate vocal harmonies and lighter elements to break up the "brutal" sound of the verses...gives the songs elements of light and shade. This one in particular reminds me of Roots-era Sepultura with the sound and indigenous influences. Its also crazy how many reaction videos there are for this particular song. I can see half a dozen just in the top half of my "Up Next" list.

[@Gtsp777]

The reason the actors are believable is because us Maori have always kept or traditional values regardless of other peoples influences. Most of us where looked down on by Pakeha but most of us a half Pakeha anyway. But Maori like me also where taught traditions, that wasn't available in books

[@wilson9d71]

How has no one mentioned korn tshirt? Awesome!!

[@nadzyea9780]

bloody awesome friendly metal heads , all the way from australia here mate

[@TwoToeTags]

\m/ !!!! \m?

[@steveporchia7339]

Sepultura reincarnated in New Zealand!

[@georgebeddows9696]

Try drinking with the Maori. And keeping all your teeth. I still got mine. The Irish and the Maori are very similar.

[@bighoose]

Quality band, their great great great grandfather was a Māori warrior and died in one of the NZ Wars when the British invaded their land in the 1800's, their father is an experienced sound engineer and their manager, you can hear his sound engineering throughout the songs, so epic!

[@ninadiaz7999]

They randomly came up on my KZbin on Vice-friggin loooove them!

[@markmcmahen9442]

I have been listening to them for a couple of weeks and just found out today they are babies. I like them even more now & found you guys on my journey learning about A.W. These kids are amazing! They hit hard & subbing to you.

[@bgjones973]

I just discovered this band 3 days ago. I kept seeing them popping up in my recommendation. Holy shit they are heavy. The future of metal is going to be in good hands

[@anaruraukawa4499]

chur brothers yr reaction 2 muckn fuch that u waited til da end for yr reaction &yr facials told a story itself. one love

[@torspedia]

Have you reacted to The Hu yet? They’re a metal band from Mongolia that blends metal with traditional instruments and throat singing. Recommend Wolf Totem to start with!

[@morphinmartian6266]

Only discovered the band last week, this song was in my recommended list, gave it a go and when the bassline came in I was like holeeee fuuuckk!

[@TwoToeTags]

Ya these kids go pretty hard!

[@Addik2You]

I came across this band just like you, through the recommend section of You tube. I agree this is a bit "softer" more melodic than previous songs and video clips

[@MsXizan]

In the official video for *Rū Ana Te Whenua*, the Maori warrior is played by the father of Henry and Lewis (the drummer and guitar player). In this video, the warriors and the child are all played by people known by the boys and their families.

[@kimlayman4742]

This is amazing!! Awesome song and video. Again thanks for featuring these new bands. At least new to me. Anyway loved it. Great guitar and bass. Liked the vocals. Did either one if you get a Fear Factory vibe from the song?

[@TwoToeTags]

We definitely got a few different vibes. Its the raw agression and energy that makes them relatable to different bands.

[@MrDemonWorm]

In this case, I'm pretty sure it's the more-or-less even mix of rough and clean vocals. That's the similarity that I noticed.

[@samaravadi3]

I believe they are all apart of the same tribe and there's also some family members stuck in

[@toddreid533]

I"ve been following them a couple weeks now. My wife researched them and they are 15. Only one of them is becoming old enough to drive. They can really shred. Check out the video for the song "Holding my breath" amazing.

[@huds5005]

They rock and the Maori rock. Much love for my Maori brothers and sisters.

[@blackdahlia4232]

I found them too from recommended videos. I love how their vocals sound very guttural. The language rhythm is so perfect for metal. Refreshing! Very impressive young men for sure.

[@professorsobrevivencialist935]

Thank you guys for introducing me to this band. I really did not know these fucking teenager. I am watching yours here in Brazil.I would like to thank you both for the amazing channel. Keep growing ever.

[@TwoToeTags]

Edson Freires Thanks pal!

[@missh1774]

alright guys... 2 years on and its time for u two to redeem urselves. plz share again new thoughts and ideas of this song.

[@hugodesrosiers-plaisance3156]

I love how metal can be such a powerful lense through which any culture in the world can shine and be invigorated.

[@antoniop1968]

I heard them on Sirius XM and looked them up. Learning that sound came from a trio of teenage boys blew my ass away. The heaviness and rage coming from them takes me to my teenage years.

[@donnasanchez5484]

They remind me of when my son started out #UNDONE - All and All these guys did a bad ass Job worth this song and you can hear blood sweat tears heart and love put into each song. Keep up the hard work guys and stay on the roadyour on now and you will go far.

[@alioshasworld]

If you want in the description of the clip there is an explanation of the story tell in the song and the direct link between the band and the story. I really advice to take a llok it's really interesting

[@Iscaria666]

It also kinda reminded me of Sepultura in the early years. Not quiet from the vocals, but the guitars are fucking heavy and the folk influences...just awesome.

[@askme8592]

[DE].fekt *tribal, not "folk".

[@Iscaria666]

Indeed

[@Floruebergehend]

This song is spreading like fire in a dry forest. No wonder, as far as I know, there's never been a Maori metal band. :D I would love to see your reaction on Atlas Pain - To the Moon, I'm trying to support these guys and spreading their music wherever I can. Thank you guys.

[@abstractdave]

Te kikokiko rekareka ō aku hoariri - (The sweet flesh of our enemies) - In case you didn't know, some of the Maori back in the day would eat their dead victims after a battle. Not because they were hungry, but more of a post-battle ceremony/rage/warning.

[@blizzlichd1338]

9:00 you are totaly correct i agree with you very good point

[@DaveWhoa]

if Slayer and Sepultura moved to New Zealand and had a child

[@natashagoode501]

IIRC the De Jong brothers' ancestor (great, great ....? grandfather) was a chief who fought in this battle; this song and clip is about a true battle that occurred at that location. I hope I'm right- I read it somewhere else....

[@neinosdevodamo]

Yeah Great Video, Great Song, Great Band \m/

[@SteveSmith-os5bs]

I love this song, can’t get enough of it.

[@tereroberts6885]

Homies, great band .

[@connermiles7425]

I just came here for the reaction but why does the guy on the left look like Rollo from Vikings lol.

[@TwoToeTags]

Because if he didnt then we wouldnt get great comments like yours

[@bigfireveryscary]

Why does the dude on the right look like Dominic Monaghan when he plays Mary in LOTR?

[@KTGMetalheadSwiftie]

And a handsome version of Gimli on the left haha

[@drithligh]

*Merry

[@maureec]

😳damn...that was EPIC🤟😜

[@teheihanatepaki9146]

Great commwntary guys well done. Alien Weaponry aee my fave

[@nolathebassist1469]

This video is so cool and can I suggest that you react to holding my breath by them

[@CarGuyCole360]

"its very slipknot-esque" is exactly what I said when my buddy zakk showed them to me. Lewis sounds a lot like Corey when hes actually singing rather than screaming.

[@skavenfou]

i've seen them live in metaldays 2018... they fucking love to play... like they haven't realized yet they were on the second stage of metaldays. They have play thursday a 18h30 that's not nothing, even more for a group with one album and one ep... They were really good on stage, and more, they have fun to play and it's a real pleasure to see musician enjoying there time. They have given everything for this show and again it was fucking awesome. Waewae tapu takahi te ara taua !!

[@mauriora5600]

Nice one guys

[@davidsimpson2560]

Oh damn, I think Dave's got a new favorite band!! Ur gonna have to skootch over a bit Mesghuggah and Gojira. These boys are gonna played reeeeal loud ;)

[@WheymaxxTheRebelfighter]

chur nz is getting noticed

[@thyop89]

This band are fucking amazing.

[@rheath329]

I saw them Sat opening up for Black Label Society. Very cool guys!

[@tanguman2]

actually those were all members of a maori iwi and that was a hapu, all three members are actually of maori tribal descent and members of a marae (cultural meeting house) so they use the language and videos to give none maori and the rest of the world a bit of the history that has long been buried by European colonist on how they treated the maori as they conquered new Zealand and how they subjugated and attempted to destroy the culture.

[@ProAndSo]

Cool video. It's pronounced tounge a tah

[@SouthpawSatch]

I also hear the slipknot influence, absolutely love the fact that most of the songs are in Maori, really adds a lot of aggression. Great guitar tones and vocals. Look forward to hearing more from them

[@anaruraukawa4499]

everybody in the vid relatives ,friends family

[@shylahsalas2760]

AS PACIFIC ISLANDER-- I AM SO OOOOO FUCKING PROUD..!!!!

[@crazysansar2737]

Wow! This band is awesome.\m/

[@jordanrussell123]

I love this band just a juggernaut real strong bass on it just pulls me in the Hakka is fear inducing anyway with metal backing it it's just awesome I'm going to get a day pass to the download festival just so I can see them they are going places for sure

[@CorleneGreenwood]

Alien Weaponry are light years ahead of their game, hence the name I guess

[@HgHgHgHgHgHgHgHg]

I get goosebumps and stank face from this song

[@mattbleasel7959]

Loving the debut album, it feels that it has taken off from where Roots Bloody Roots finished. Sweet as!

[@thefutureisgrim9391]

Love them

[@aldolammel]

Slipknot? I dont know, guys. I can see pretty clearly Sepultura idea as we see in Roots album.

[@elephantface5029]

Check out 'PC Bro' by them

[@TheDanlovejoy]

with WWE's history of entertainers from pacific islander nations and their love affair with driving hard rock/metal songs i could easily see this being someones intro music before the end of 2019

[@Rotavegas1]

they are real Maori people..they are the boys whanau(family) from their tribe..

[@dcaotearoa]

😡🤘 #respect Tino pai to mahi Korua. (great work you two)

[@HerrKapitan1]

Tardy to the party here! Good review though. I would say that a lot of their songs are very thrash metal influenced... Super stoked for the success these dudes are having and wish them the best. These dudes really do go off!

[@DefMunkyYT]

This reminds me SO MUCH of Soulfly or late Max era Sepultura. Definitely music I can groove to!

[@JEREMIELEE]

👍

[@starofeden9277]

a new sepultura in the making.. love it

[@theinstantnoodle9628]

Damn. Good shit.

[@Kristofff696]

Carach Angren T-Shirt. Fck yeah. Those guys are awsome

[@smeemcgee8414]

lol just now seeing this video and yeah carach angren ftw

[@joaomanoel3197]

👍👍

[@mr.m2659]

My friend from California recommended them to me and I was disappointed I hadn't discovered them already being Maori myself

[@Me-ex7qg]

Respect 👍👍👍👍👍