Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Industrial Folk Songs
You want a song that smells like sawdust and oil but sings like a campfire confession. Industrial folk blends the throat of traditional...
Brand Deal Usage Without Time Or Territory Limits - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Quick scene You did a killer demo. A brand slides into your inbox with a short message and big dollar emojis. You sign, the ad runs, fa...
John Johnson, Manager A&R/Mrktng at Sony Music Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like John Johnson, Manager A&R/Marketing at Sony Music, can be a game-c...
How to Write Lyrics About Learning
Learning is messy, funny, embarrassing, and often the best fuel for a song. Whether you are writing about learning a new chord, learnin...
Tejano/Tex-Mex Songwriting Advice
Before diving into the world of Tejano and Tex-Mex songwriting, it's essential to understand the rich cultural heritage and musical tra...
Neurofunk Songwriting Advice
Neurofunk, a subgenre of drum and bass, has been gaining popularity in recent years. Characterized by its dark, futuristic, and atmosph...
Hip Hop Fusion Genres Songwriting Advice
Hip hop, a genre that was once considered an underground movement, has now become a global phenomenon. With its influence spreading far...
Requiring Audits Only In A Distant Jurisdiction - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Short version You sign a record deal, publishing deal, distribution deal, or sync contract and the small print says you can audit the c...
Intelligent Dance Music (Idm) Songwriting Advice
Intelligent Dance Music is a label people used when electronic music started acting unpredictable and smart. You might know it by the l...
How Do People Write Songs
Short answer: People write songs in a thousand tiny creative ways and a handful of repeatable workflows that actually work. Some start ...