Posts by Toni Mercia
Avant-Prog Songwriting Advice
You want music that makes people cock an eyebrow and then hit replay five times. Avant prog is the lovechild of prog rock and experimen...
John Lopez, CEO at Upstairs Contact Details
Who is John Lopez?
John Lopez is the CEO at Upstairs, a renowned music industry professional with a proven track record of success. As ...
How to Write Songs About Desire
You want your listener to feel a heat that makes them move, call, cry, and maybe text an ex at 2 a.m. Desire is the engine of countless...
Music A&R Contacts
Picture this: You're jamming in your bedroom studio, headphones on, beats bumping, and your mind is swirling with lyrics that could sha...
Ragga Hip Hop Songwriting Advice
You want a track that makes people move and shout the words back at you. You want rhythms that sit low in the chest and vocal lines tha...
You Accept Standard Terms Without Redlines - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Quick truth You are not too indie or too cool for paperwork. Signing standard terms without redlines is how careers get monetized into ...
Help Write Lyrics
Want lyrics that hit like a double espresso and stick like gum on a sneaker? Cool. You do not need mystical talent. You need a toolbox,...
How to Write Songs About Achieving goals
You want a song that pumps people up, moves them, and makes them believe they can actually finish that thing they keep promising to sta...
Jeremy Mallard, Management Department at Rosebud Agency Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Jeremy Mallard, a member of the Management Department at Rosebud Agenc...
Music Publishing Sites
Ever wondered how to navigate the wild, ever-changing realm of music publishing sites while staying true to your creative vibes? Whethe...