Posts by Toni Mercia
Capitol Records Contact
Hey there, music maverick! Ever wondered how to get in touch with Capitol Records, the legendary hub where chart-topping artists are bo...
Outsider Music Songwriting Advice
Outsider music is a term used to describe music created by individuals who are not professionally trained or affiliated with the mainst...
Sia - Chandelier Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
Look. You want to steal the soul of a song that hits like a gut punch and then dresses itself up in glitter. Sia's Chandelier is that t...
How to Write Lyrics About Form
You want to write a song that hacks the idea of structure and turns it into emotion. Maybe you want to write about paperwork and bureau...
How to Write Klezmer Songs
You want a tune that makes people clutch their chest in the best way possible. You want a melody that feels like a story shouted across...
How to Write Songs About Skepticism
Want to turn doubt into an anthem? Great. Skepticism is a songwriting gold mine. It gives you tension, narrator voice, and a reason for...
What Does A&R Stand For
Ever wonder what mysterious letters “A&R” mean and why they matter in a world where your next hit single could be just a swipe away...
How to Write Avant-Prog Songs
Want to write music that sounds like a mad science lab got into a love affair with a symphony and then invited a jazz drummer over for ...
How to Write Chalga Songs
Chalga is not just music. It is a mood, a lifestyle, and a glittering mess that your aunt will dance to at weddings while your cousin r...
How to Write a Song About Midlife Crisis
You want a song that lands hard and makes people laugh or cry or both at the same time. Midlife crisis songs are emotional speedboats. ...