Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Minimal Wave Songs
You want a song that feels like a neon sign in a rain soaked alley. You want sparse synth lines, drum machine ticks that sound like som...
Melody vs Topline vs Hook: Differences, Examples, Exercises
Stop confusing the words and start writing hits. You have heard these terms thrown around in writing rooms and producer texts. Someone ...
How to Write Sega Songs
You want a Sega tune that moves the hips and the heart. You want a groove that makes people step toward the dance floor and a chorus th...
Slavic States Songwriting Advice
Write songs that sound like this place but could travel the world. Whether you are making bedroom pop in Kyiv, folk electronica in Belg...
Reggae Rock Songwriting Advice
You want a track that makes people nod slow and then jump quick. You want the deep pocket of roots reggae and the punch of rock guitar ...
Why Managers in the Music Industry Will Screw You Over
If you’ve ever trusted a so-called "music manager" only to later realize they were more interested in their commission than your next h...
How to Write Boogaloo Lyrics
Boogaloo is a party with a rhythm section and a takeover plan. It is got feet stomping, hips negotiating with gravity, saxophones flirt...
Pumping House Songwriting Advice
You want a house track that makes people breathe weird and immediately hit repeat. You want a groove that sits in the chest and a hook ...
Best Apps for Music Managers
The landscape of music management has evolved faster than you can say “encore!” Today’s music managers are juggling the art of creativi...
Susan Brearton, Director A&R Admin at Universal Canada Contact Details
Susan Brearton is a highly respected figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Director of A&R Admin at Universal Cana...