Polynesian five-piece SHEPHERDS REIGN are barreling toward the release of their long-awaited and highly-anticipated new album Ala Mai, due out this Friday, August 25th, via Golden Robot Records.
Today, the band has shared another taste of the album they have been building toward for years with new single and video "Nafanua". The elaborates on the track: "A story about Nafanua, Samoa’s Goddess of War. Nafanua, the daughter of Saveasi’uleo, the God of the underworld (Pulotu) was born of a blood clot and buried in the ground. This ancient deity rose from the underworld and defeated all warriors who stood against her to protect her family who suffered at the hands of a foolish King. She was feared by all."
Stream "Nafanua" here: https://youtu.be/2deBF5O49C0
Fiery, full-bodied and thunderously fearsome, SHEPHERDS REIGN is fiercely dedicated to their cultural heritage. Full of grit and passion, each track on their upcoming opus is ferocious and lively. SHEPHERDS REIGN have stamped their powerful mark on the international music scene in a very short amount of time due to their captivating sound rife with blood pumping ritualistic beats, thick melodic textures and an undeniable energy that draws in each listener.
With a passion that transcends genre and culture and an unwavering dedication to their craft, Ala Mai promises to be as intimidating as it is a catharsis for the metal masses.
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