CAMACHO is set to ignite the new year with the release of his bold, emotionally charged album TEARS IN TORREMOLINOS, arriving December 27 on all major streaming platforms. The project stands as a landmark collaboration, uniting some of the genre’s most established hitmakers with its next wave of innovators, delivering an electrifying celebration of electrodance’s evolution. Featuring contributions from acclaimed names including Skinny Days, Kissimjau, and LOADING, the album blends powerhouse production with fresh creative energy. CAMACHO curates an intergenerational lineup of artists who together channel the spirit of the golden era of 2010s electrodance, a time defined by the explosive rise of global icons like Zedd and Skrillex. The result is a record that feels both nostalgically familiar and fiercely forward-looking. Check out the exclusive Interview below:
1. Your roots can often shape your journey. Can you share a story or moment from your early life that had a significant impact on your path into music?
CAMACHO: a countryside festival in Emmaboda, Sweden. I got to see artists like Zedd, Madeon, Dillon Francis and Flux Pavilion in their come-up era and it definetly got me hooked to electronic music.
2. Did your musical journey begin with formal training, or was it more of a personal exploration? How has that shaped your unique approach to your craft?
CAMACHO: I started dabbling with Djing and Fruityloops productions like every “cool guy” in their early twenties. It wasn’t until a decade later after I’d worked in a major label from a project lead positition I decided to make a project in the genre I love so much.
3. Who were some of the most influential figures in your early musical life, and how did they inspire your sound? Also, what’s the story behind choosing the name ‘CAMACHO’?
CAMACHO: I draw inspiration from Childish Gambino, Skrillex, The Glitch Mob and The Bloody Beetroots primarily. CAMACHO comes from a football player from the Moroccan National team in the world cup of 98. My dad’s art is the visual profile for most of my musical projects, so we had to find out what we had most in common, and that was my childhood hero, the soccer player CAMACHO, which my dad also was a fan of.
4. What do you believe sets your music apart? How would you describe your sound to someone discovering you for the first time, and what emotions or experiences do you hope to evoke in your listeners?
CAMACHO: My tunes and vibes are a mix of raw but solid productions. It’s controlled noise fueled by emotions. I’m not saying it’s the foundation of a new sound but more like a spark that blows up to make an impact. You’d be able to enjoy this project if you love clubbing, lifting, running, driving or just need to space and move to some beats.
5. For most artists, originality is first preceded by a phase of learning and, often, emulating others. What was this like for you? How would you describe your own development as an artist and music maker, and the transition towards your own style, which is known as EDM?
CAMACHO: On this particular project I’ve had the pleasure of including some solid talent. Producers Amund Valde and Adrian Qvigstad has been imperative to the process and I couldn’t have done it without them elevating the vision and production I foresaw for this project. Big shoutout to Skinny Days, Simen Elgsås and PENTHUS also.
6. Music often transcends entertainment. What’s your view on the role and function of music as political, cultural, spiritual, and/or social vehicles – and do you try and affront any of these themes in your work, or are you purely interested in music as an expression of technical artistry, personal narrative, and entertainment?
CAMACHO: Per now I’ve only focused on personal narrative and entertainment. But I wouldn’t be shy of including several other topics along the way.
7. Do you feel the rewards of your musical career match the energy and passion you invest in it, or are there different kinds of fulfillment you’re still seeking?
CAMACHO: That’s a very good question! Ask me again this time next year when the project is out and have been properly worked! What I take pride in is that this is an entire independent release where everybody involved has been properly compensated as well – which is rare in the music industry. We don’t have the biggest budgets, but we will push and promote this album for a long time for it to get the attention we feel it deserves. Commercially everything is a bonus.
8. Can you walk us through your creative process? From the first spark of an idea to the finished track, what’s the most essential part of your process, and how do collaboration or external influences shape your work?
CAMACHO: It usually starts with an emotion! Then a melody or inspirational track before we hit the studio and jam out ideas. Sometimes I’d even have a track from one of my favourite artits and say “this could have been so much better if they changed things up here and there, so let’s just do that”. I’ve also been humbled by trying to do that as well, but it’s a fun process!
9. What’s been the most challenging hurdle in either your personal life or music career, and how has it shaped you as an artist?
CAMACHO: The music industry is full of hurdles and you’ll find people not supporting you until things go well or you get a hype. I try to stand by “whats the worst thing that could happen” and “when has it ever been uncool to try something new”. Do music for yourself, involve trustworhty people in your inner circle and take tips from people who can contribute and teach you stuff.
10. On the flip side, what moment or achievement in your career so far has made you feel the proudest, and why? And let’s talk about your latest release and future plans.
CAMACHO: It’s gotta be going through with it. Doubt has been a frequent visitor. Getting spotify editorials etc is also very cool when it happens. Getting added to “EDM HITS 2025” was a great feeling, not sure if its good for my ego tho xD
11. With social media having a heavy impact on our lives and the music business in general, how do you handle criticism, haters, and/or naysayers in general? Is it something you pay attention to, or simply ignore?
CAMACHO: Haters gonna hate. Try to move on as soon as possible, only take critisicm from people who have achieved things you want to achieve yourself.
12. Creative work in a studio or home environment, or interaction with a live audience? Which of these two options excites you most, and why?
CAMACHO: I like getaways with the core team where we can record and write stuff. Preferably a cabin trip or on an greek island.
13. Do you think is it important for fans of your music to understand the real story and message driving each of your songs, or do you think everyone should be free to interpret your songs in their own personal way?
CAMACHO: Music is subjective, some may connect to the “message” some just love the productions, the synth, the melody or the drops. I’m just happy if people bump my music to be honest.
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Review by: Naomi Joan