Producer's Chair

Steve Swisher
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Music Interviews

Producer’s Chair exists to showcase underground music producers and hobbyists from around the world who have passion for their craft.  Join me as I talk with them about DAWs, plugins, instruments, recording techniques, samplers, synths, inspiration, writers-block and anything else that's part of the process.  We get to discover these amazing people, listen to their art and learn all about their creative process. We also joke around and have a lot of fun during the interviews. New episodes are released every other Wednesday morning. Email swishermedia@gmail.com for information on sponsoring the show, becoming a guest or any other questions you have.  You can also support the show by donating to SwisherMedia on PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  1. 3d ago

    Finding Your Way Back to Music Through Recovery

    In this episode of Producer’s Chair, I’m joined by Jack, the artist and producer behind the pop-punk project The Last Draft. We talk about his journey back to making music, recording an entire album on his own, and how personal struggles with addiction and recovery became the inspiration for his latest music. Jack shares his approach to songwriting, playing multiple instruments, recording live drums, and producing everything himself in Logic Pro. We also discuss the gear and plugins he uses, getting great sounds without expensive equipment, and the challenges of taking on the roles of songwriter, musician, recording engineer, and mixing engineer all at once. We listen to two tracks from The Last Draft, “Fading Away” and “Internal Dismay,” and explore the stories behind the songs and the album In a Bind. It’s an honest conversation about rediscovering your passion, turning difficult experiences into creative expression, and finding your way back to the things that matter. In this episode: Jack’s journey back to music and recoveryThe story behind The Last DraftWriting, recording, and mixing an entire album independentlyRecording guitars, bass, drums, and vocalsProducing pop-punk in Logic ProDrum triggers, Superior Drummer, saturation, EQ, and compressionThe personal story behind In a BindFinding inspiration and creative purpose through difficult experiencesLinks for The Last Draft coming soon! Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  2. Oct 7

    Making Great Music With What You Have - S1E12

    German producer Kaya joins Steve in the Producer’s Chair to talk about recording and producing music without relying on expensive gear—and the unconventional path that led them there. Kaya shares their experience working with bands across Europe, traveling with a mobile recording rig, recording in rehearsal spaces, and adapting to whatever equipment and environment is available. We talk about Reaper, microphones, preamps, plugins, drum editing, and why sometimes the best production decision is simply learning to work with what you already have. Kaya also tells the story of tackling a massive project with dozens of guitar tracks, struggling through the mix for more than a year, and eventually coming out the other side with a huge boost in confidence as a producer. We also get into the importance of trusting your ears, avoiding rigid production rules, knowing when a project is finished, the pressure of working from home, AI in music production, and why beginners probably worry far too much about having the right equipment. Plus, Kaya shares some great advice for new producers: don't blindly follow one person's rules. Listen to different perspectives, get real-world experience, and develop your own approach. In this episode: Mobile recording and producing on the roadWorking with limited equipmentReaper and favorite pluginsWhy expensive preamps aren't always necessaryTrusting your ears instead of your eyesEditing drums and preserving the energy of a performanceManaging huge sessions and complicated guitar arrangementsKnowing when a mix is finishedThe importance of working with what you haveAI and the future of music productionAdvice for producers just starting outCheck out more from Kaya: Instagram - Goose of Doom - Mild Crush - Phoma Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  3. Sep 23

    Finding Success In The Music Business - S1E11

    Corbin Young sits in the Producer's Chair to talk about his work in the music business and how that encompasses a lot of things people may not consider when they start trying to make a career out of music. From playing live in his B-52's cover band, writing compositions for stage productions, teaching music lessons, recording voiceovers in his home studio and scoring scenes for all sorts of films; Corbin has a lot of experience on what it really takes to make a living in this industry. Check out more from Corbin Young! Corbin's Instagram Production Music 2xS Band MockLobster Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  4. Sep 16

    How Music Is The Mirror Of The Soul - S1E10

    Belgian producer, ZombieNijlpaard, joins me for an honest discussion about mental health struggles and how mental-wellbeing affects creativity. We also talk about the creative ways he uses field recordings to add texture to his musical artworks.  Check out more from ZombieNijlpaard: Website -  Youtube  -  Spotify  - Free Field Recordings   Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  5. Trailer

    Producer's Chair Trailer

    Welcome to Producer's Chair. This is a bi-weekly show where I interview people from all over the world who making music in their homes. I ask questions about their creative process, the tools they use and skills they're developing. We listen to a couple of their music pieces and get an understanding of what goes into those. The best parts are when I leave the script behind and we start hearing the interesting stories that make these individuals truly unique.  Join me every other Wednesday morning for a brand new episode. You can help me out by sharing the show with the musical people in your life. If you're passionate about producing music I'd love to have you on Producer's Chair as my guest. We can talk about your music and the experiences that have shaped your art.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  6. Sep 2

    Enjoying The Downtime - S1E9

    Tech-House producer, Ron S, has a seat in the Producer's Chair to talk about his production tricks and the unique way he built a career in the audio industry. Ron S Website  -  Instagram  -  YouTube  -  Spotify Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  7. Aug 19

    Why Consistency Is Key - S1E8

    Industrial producer, Ripley Sterling, sat in the Producer's Chair to talk about his work with artists all over the world and shared some great tips for creating at a high level.  Check out Ripley! Bandcamp   -   Instagram Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

  8. Aug 5

    Balancing Music And Family Life - S1E7

    Just Emcee hopped in the Producer's Chair to talk about getting creative with the whole family and how he uses a hybrid setup of hardware and software for his music creations. We also talk about his background in video production and the artists he records in his home studio. Just Emcee Website  -  Instagram   -  YouTube  -  Spotify Send us Fan Mail Support the show Thanks for listening to Producer’s Chair! If you enjoy the show, it helps me out when you subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another music maker. For info on sponsoring the show or becoming a guest send me an email. You can also help me continue making this show and keeping it free of ads by donating to PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

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Producer’s Chair exists to showcase underground music producers and hobbyists from around the world who have passion for their craft.  Join me as I talk with them about DAWs, plugins, instruments, recording techniques, samplers, synths, inspiration, writers-block and anything else that's part of the process.  We get to discover these amazing people, listen to their art and learn all about their creative process. We also joke around and have a lot of fun during the interviews. New episodes are released every other Wednesday morning. Email swishermedia@gmail.com for information on sponsoring the show, becoming a guest or any other questions you have.  You can also support the show by donating to SwisherMedia on PayPal, Venmo and Cash App.

Information

  • Creator
    Steve Swisher
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Producer's Chair
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