Posts by Toni Mercia
How Music Managers Work
Ever wondered how those enigmatic music managers seem to magically transform raw talent into chart-topping success? Picture a wizard ar...
How to Write Songs About Stars
So you want to write a song about stars. Good choice. Stars are emotionally generous. They give you wonder, yearning, loneliness, hope,...
How to Write Gamelan Songs
You want a gamelan song that feels ancient and new at the same time. You want pulsating gongs, interlocking metalophones, a melody that...
How to Write Lyrics About Contemporary Dance
You want lyrics that move like bodies do. Not the tired poetry that sits on a chair and stares at a stage. You want words that breathe ...
Daniel Schultz, A&R Manager at RCA Records Contact Details
Daniel Schultz is a renowned A&R Manager at RCA Records, one of the most prestigious record labels in the music industry. As an A&a...
Nick Primiano, Director, Network Operations at BET Networks Contact Details
As a musician, getting your foot in the door with industry professionals can be a daunting task. However, with the right approach and t...
Electroacoustic Improvisation Songwriting Advice
Electroacoustic improvisation is a genre of music that combines electronic music with improvisational techniques. It involves creating ...
How to Write Moombahton Songs
You want a sweaty club banger that sounds like tropical heat and a rumble in the chest. You want tempo that moves like slow motion but ...
How to Write Pop Soul Songs
You want a song that makes people cry in the club and sing in the shower. Pop Soul is that rare animal that pairs sticky pop hooks with...
Cajun Music Songwriting Advice
You want a Cajun song that makes people clap, stomp, and tell their aunt about you at the next family picnic. You want a melody that si...