Bong Kong – Weirdmageddon

Bong Kong is an independent, experimental heavy metal band formed in 2016 in São João da Madeira, Portugal. The group is recognized as the definitive pioneer of “Bongcore”—a self-styled subgenre that fuses elements of metalcore, deathcore, progressive metal, and djent with aggressive instrumentation, chaotic song structures, and highly irreverent lyricism. Known for combining brutal breakdowns with dark comedy and internet culture, Bong Kong frequently tracks personal struggles alongside modern societal absurdities.

Band History and Background

Since their formation in 2016, Bong Kong has carved out a unique niche within the Portuguese underground alternative scene. They have built a reputation for highly creative and experimental musical output, leading to collaborative milestones like composing the official theme jingle for the alternative music platform Underground’s Voice. Embracing chaotic artistry as a tool, the band maintains a unique tradition of releasing parallel, fully instrumental counterparts to every single record, catering to diverse technical metal enthusiasts.

Band Members & Production History

Bong Kong’s sonic identity relies on tight collaborative roles, with recording and editing workflows heavily driven by the group itself:

• Zé Bahey – Guitars (Known for intricate djent and progressive playthroughs)
• Paulo Pinho – Production / Engineering (Handles core tracking at Rewind Studio and mixing at Hot Dogtor Studios)
• Eduardo “Edu” Oliveira – Multimedia / Video Editing (Directs and pieces together the band’s aesthetic visuals and official music videos)
• Tiago Mesquita – Session Drums / Mix & Master (Collaborator engineering rhythmic depth at Nox Messor Sound Studios)

Genres

• Bongcore (Their signature self-created genre)
• Metalcore
• Deathcore
• Djent
• Progressive Metal

Complete Bong Kong Discography

Studio Albums

• Weirdmageddon (October 31, 2025) – A cosmic, alien-themed concept album featuring the progressive metal hits “Weirdmageddon” and “Space Cadets”.
• It’s Just a Phase (November 2019) – The band’s debut full-length studio release, merging heavy deathcore grooves with satirical titles like “Bread Pit” and “This Cake is a Lie”.

Extended Plays (EPs)

• Ikigai (2024) – A progressive metalcore EP showcasing complex djent rhythms and tracks such as “Soulbound” and “I Steal Garlic”.

Instrumental Studio Counterparts

• Weirdmageddon (Instrumental) (2025)
• Ikigai (Instrumental) (2025)
• It’s Just a Phase (Instrumental) (2020)

Standalone Singles

• “Jingle My Bells” (2022)
• “Black Temple” (2022)