Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Diva House Lyrics
You want the club to stop and sing with you. You want the vocalist to sound like a cathedral on top of a four to the floor beat. You wa...
How to Write a Song About Self-Acceptance
You want a song that feels like a hug and a mic drop at the same time. You want lines that read like a messy diary entry and land like ...
How to Write Gypsy Music Songs
Yes this guide uses the word Gypsy because you asked for it. We also need to be honest and respectful. Many people prefer the term Roma...
Niki Sherrod, VP Music at Warner Bros. (Studio) Contact Details
Niki Sherrod is a highly respected and influential figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Vice President of Music at Wa...
Brandon Blount, Director of A&R at Maek Contact Details
Brandon Blount is a renowned music industry professional, currently serving as the Director of A&R at Maek, a leading music publish...
How to Write Songs About Meter
Meter is the invisible traffic cop of rhythm. It tells beats where to stand, when to march, and when to moonwalk. You can write songs t...
Bundling Clauses That Crush Your Per-Unit Rate - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
If a contract smells like free merch and mystery math, it probably is a bundling trap. You loved the shiny offer. You imagined vinyl, a...
Michelle Bailey, Vice President of Enterprise Markets at BET Networks Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Michelle Bailey, Vice President of Enterprise Markets at BET Networks,...
Mike Daly, Executive Director, A&R at Hollywood Records Contact Details
Mike Daly is a highly respected and influential figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Executive Director of A&R at...
How to Write Songs About Deconstruction
You want to write about falling apart without sounding like a dull seminar. You want the lyric to feel honest, not performative. You wa...