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This week's guest is Torcha, a trailblazing producer making his mark in the dubstep and bass music scene. Torcha opens up about his journey, from spending countless hours perfecting tracks on Ableton to hitting the road for his first tour. He shares how Toronto’s eclectic music culture and his live performances shape his creative process, blending influences from metal, hip-hop, and horror films into his unique sound. Along the way, Torcha reveals the lessons learned from field-testing tracks, collaborating with other artists, and pushing the boundaries of his craft.
Get an exclusive sneak peek into Torcha’s unreleased music and upcoming collaborations, plus hear his take on the evolution of genres and staying authentic in the industry.
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🔗 Links & Credits
📲 Follow Torcha: linktr.ee/torchadub
🎧 Listen to Poducer: linktr.ee/poducerpodcast
Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:48 - Torcha’s Journey: Touring and Finding His Place in Dubstep
02:34 - Creating Music Inspired by Live Performances
05:54 - First Concert Experience: Slipknot and Metal Influences
13:18 - The Revival of Dubstep and Evolving Genres
21:41 - Teasing a Collaboration with Zeds Dead
24:54 - Big Names Playing Torcha’s Tracks
29:52 - Horror Movies as a Musical Influence
37:38 - Balancing Family Support and Pursuing Music
58:26 - Torcha’s Favorite Festivals and Career Milestones
1:11:43 - Patreon, Bootlegs, and Building a Fan Community
1:29:08 - Reflections on Growth and Creativity