Rocking With Jam Man sits down with Brien Allen and Ruben Zamora of Austin-based rock and metalcore band Bridges Ablaze for a wide-ranging conversation about their new music, the real-life pain behind “Left for Dead,” and the next chapter of the band.
“Left for Dead” Turns Heartbreak Into Something Heavy
During the interview, Bridges Ablaze open up about the breakup that helped inspire “Left for Dead.” The band discusses taking an intensely personal experience and transforming it into a song that hits with both emotional weight and aggression.
The single arrives September 4, with its accompanying music video following September 18.
A Heavier, More Atmospheric Direction
Brien and Ruben explain how Bridges Ablaze are pushing their sound in a heavier and more atmospheric direction without losing the melody and emotion that have connected with listeners. The conversation digs into how the band continues to evolve while keeping its identity intact.
Millions of Streams and the Road Ahead
Bridges Ablaze have earned more than 4 million streams across Spotify and Apple Music and more than 3 million views on YouTube. The band formed in Austin in 2019 after Brien and Ruben met at Guitar Center, and their momentum has continued to build with each release.
They also discuss upcoming material and plans for a new EP in 2027, giving fans a look at what comes next.
Watch the Full Interview
Watch the complete 23-minute Bridges Ablaze interview above as Jam Man talks with Brien Allen and Ruben Zamora about “Left for Dead,” songwriting, breakups, creative growth, new music and the future of the band.
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