New Podcast Episode of Music Is My Mantra – Episode #39: It’s all about artistry, resilience, and the evolution of a songwriter. I’m joined by Veronica “V” Torres — singer-songwriter, guitarist, and storyteller — who takes us behind the creation of her new album 'Woman'.
From growing up in Harbor City surrounded by her parents’ eclectic record collection, to discovering guitar at 11 after watching Nirvana on late-night TV, to playing iconic LA venues, Veronica’s journey is a testament to music as both healing and truth-telling. Today, she channels those experiences into a record that reflects transformation, divine timing, and the many phases of womanhood.
🎙️ Episode Highlights:
🔹 Early influences from Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Led Zeppelin, and hip hop
🔹 First gigs in coffee shops and church bands leading to Sunset Strip stages
🔹 The process of pre-production, collaboration, and trusting divine timing
🔹 Stories behind standout songs like Woman, Slow, and Great Escape
🔹 How divorce, resilience, and community shaped her latest body of work
💡 Takeaways:
🌱 Authentic artistry is built through both struggle and joy
🎶 Music can transform life’s chaos into connection and healing
💫 Divine timing is often more powerful than rigid planning
🔥 Every chapter of life adds another layer to your voice and story
🎧 Listen now to Episode #39 — “Behind the Creation of Woman” with Veronica Torres:
🌐 Website: https://courtneymckenna.rocks/podcast
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P.S. If you’ve ever wondered how life’s twists can be turned into powerful songs, Veronica’s story will remind you that music is medicine. ✨
