Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Martinetes Songs
You want a martinete that hits like an anvil and leaves the room vibrating. You want a voice that sounds weathered, honest, and dangero...
How to Write Rage Songs
You want a song that makes a room vibrate and a listener feel heard in their worst mood. You want an attack that reads honest and speci...
Australian Folk Music Songwriting Advice
Alright mate. You want to write Aussie folk that actually lands. You want stories that smell like dust and rain. You want melodies that...
Dallas Austin, CEO at Rowdy Contact Details
Who is Dallas Austin?
Dallas Austin is a renowned music industry executive, currently serving as the CEO of Rowdy Records. With a caree...
Bret Sjerven, GM at Sunnyside Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Bret Sjerven, General Manager at Sunnyside, can be a game-changer for ...
What Should I Make My Song About
Staring at a blank page and your brain is on vacation. You want something real and sticky. You want a subject that will make listeners ...
How to Write Songs About Overcoming challenges
Want to turn the time you cried into a chorus people actually sing in the shower? Good. That is exactly where powerful songs live. Song...
Jody Stephens, VP A&R at Ardent Studios Contact Details
Who is Jody Stephens?
Jody Stephens is the Vice President of A&R at Ardent Studios, a renowned recording studio based in Memphis, T...
How to Write Electronica Lyrics
You want words that vibrate with the beat and stick in the repeat loop. Electronica is music of texture, pulse, and atmosphere. Lyrics ...
No Global Collection Via A Competent Admin - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Warning. Some music administrators will tell you they cannot collect royalties globally and act like that is normal. That statement can...