Interview with Bronze

Led by the visionary Mina, this Spanish powerhouse channels the raw spirit of Manowar, Iron Maiden, and the classic metal legions—Dio, Priest, Warlord—into songs that pulse with solemn atmosphere and battlefield grandeur. As they gear up to unleash their thunder across Greek stages, Metal Invader sits down with Mina to delve into the band’s rustic roots, songwriting alchemy, and the undying obsession fueling the underground. Strap in—this is the Age of Bronze.

As you prepare for your upcoming shows in Greece, I think we’re given a nice chance to get to know you better!

First of all, welcome to Greece! How do you feel about performing for the Greek audience? We are a bit more passionate than other crowds, don’t you think?

Mina: I’m thrilled! It’s been a long time dream of mine to play in Greece and it’s finally happening!!!!
I’ve been in the country before, attending concerts, and I agree: the audience is wild. You maniacs know how to rock!

Seeing footage such as Live at Athens by Iced Earth, which for me is one of the most iconic live shows ever filmed…

I always quote Doomsword and Manilla Road, at Up the Hammers, as two of the craziest concerts I’ve been to. And you know, those are epic heavy metal bands that do not call for moshpit or that type of behavior. Nah, it wasn’t like that. It was a raw passion and spirit that filled the venue. It was insane. A phone bent in two as a result! Damn insane.

Greece! I hope you’re ready, because I know I am!!

Bronze has a strong epic and classic heavy metal identity. What are the main influences that shaped your sound?

Mina: It’s hard to start somewhere. But that epic identity comes mainly from other areas outside music, I would say. And then yes, we can add some music to it.

I grew up in a rustic enviroment in Spain, with a lot of medieval, romanic, visigoth elements, and quite a stark vibe around. And since early on, I was attracted to sword and sorcery, mythology, etc… I would not say that those are the main themes of my music, but the solemn attitude, the grim dark scent… yeah, definetly left a print.

When I discovered Iron Maiden, my world turned upside down. Blood Brothers was the first song that I heard, so I started with the long epic tracks with that folkish print. I can’t quote Iron Maiden as an influence for my sound, despite being one of my favorite bands, but definetly put the fire on that brew. Manowar were actually the band that made me felt “this is home”. Raw, savage, elegant, mysterious… epic, in a word. People like to mock the lyrics, but hey, tell me that you don’t know about Manowar, without telling me that you don’t know about Manowar!
The lyric approach of the epic tracks, is pure poetry!

I’m a classic metal maniac: Give me Dio, Priest, Riot, Omen, Running Wild, Grave Digger, Malmsteen, Warlord, Crimson Glory… that kind of band and I’m happy.

Compared to other projects you are involved in, such as Blazon Stone, Bronze feels more grounded in traditional and epic heavy metal. What’s that thing that pulled you into this genre and made you decide to be part of the scene?

Mina: My creative input in Blazon Stone is around some lyrics, but still, when I’m writing the words, it’s usually under Ced’s concepts.
I guess you were thinking more about Ced, who’s actually part of both bands.

Well, to put it simple: Bronze is my baby and Blazon Stone is his baby. We’re adoptive parents of each other’s projects in a way, or at least foster parents, haha. But the creative path and identity of each bands, come from either of us.

I started the band way before I knew about Blazon Stone and viceversa. We have similar influences and we have a similar approach in many things, but the topping is very different. Ok, we can joke about facts like both of us writing a song that has the word “Tale” in the title, and having some section that sounds suspiciously similar. But that’s some sort of magic, because we didn’t know each other at that point.

How does the songwriting process differ in Bronze compared to your other bands?

Mina: Bronze is my only project that has seen the light, so I can talk about that. I like to write music on my own and develop the ideas for the songs. That’s my main approach

Your music has a very strong “heroic” and atmospheric quality. Do you draw inspiration from specific stories, mythology, or fantasy themes?

Mina: Yes, and no. I used to have mythology more present in the early days, for example, but I’ve prefer to write more about the spirit of something, rather than the plot of that something, if that makes sense.

Inspiration can come from anywhere. And the topics do not matter much for me. I like to take mundane things and give them a “solemn” touch.

How important is melody and atmosphere (as opposed to sing-along verses for example) in your compositions?

Mina: I think both can co-exist and it’s a beautiful balance.

I want to bring storytelling in my songs, but also ear worms that move people’s tongues and brains.

Looking at your releases so far, how do you see the evolution of Bronze?

Mina: Growing, I suppose. Learning how to achieve my visions in different ways.

What can fans expect from your live performance in Greece?

Mina: Heavy. Metal. Thunder!

Some people believe that the underground heavy metal scene has been a bit slow in recent years. Others think it’s on a upside course. What is your perspective on its current state?

Mina: The underground? Nah, the underground is going strong and steady, and heavy metal is starting to be more seen even on the mainstream. There’s a good circuit going on. A crazy amount of bands, new and fresh labels, festivals around the world… I’m not worried.

What keeps traditional heavy metal alive in your opinion? Is it a way to escape the everyday life or is it something more?

Mina: Obsession, what else? People who get into this type of music. We may be less, we may be more, but those who are into it, we go hard. We want more!

What are your future plans? Are you currently working on new material?

Mina: There’s always something under the sleeve and many plans in the making! However, I don’t know when any new material will be announced or released, because I refuse to pressure myself.
Right now we’re focused on the upcoming liveshows, including Sweden Rock Festival, Headbangers Open Air, etc… planning for more liveshows so we can reach new places, new merch, video ideas and other adventures that take a lot of time and budget.

The machine never stops!

Thank you for your time and your honesty! I tend to leave the last words of an interview to the band itself! Would you like to send a message to your Greek fans?

Mina: Thank you for being there! See you on first row! This is the Age of Bronze!