Alien Weaponry have premiered a new song titled “Ahi Ka.” This track will appear on Adult Swim’s new “Metal Swim 2” compilation, which will be released tomorrow (May 3).
Guitarist Lewis de Jong told Billboard the following:
“‘Ahi Ka‘ was inspired by the Auckland city council’s decision to burn down what is considered to be the unsightly indigenous Maori village of Okahu Bay in advance of Queen Elizabeth II’s 1953 visit. The eviction sparked a 40-year battle for the native Ngati Whatua to reclaim their land, including protests and battles with the police. Amid worldwide criticism, a small portion of the original land was ultimately returned with an apology and some compensation.
We decided to write about it because it’s one of these untold stories in New Zealand history that really had a great impact on a lot of Maori.”
Drummer Henry de Jong added:
“For us, it’s something we felt needed to be brought to light more than it was. Me and Lewis are big fans of Adult Swim and all the shows. We thought this would be good for their compilation. If you really look into it, it’s also a commentary on what’s happening in the world, too. That’s happening to people all over the world still. I can’t understand it.”
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