Posts by Toni Mercia
Soleá Songwriting Advice
So you want to write a Soleá that actually matters. Good. That means you want weight, space, and a voice that stings a little. Soleá is...
Talking Blues Songwriting Advice
As a musician, you know that writing a great song is not just about putting words to music, but about telling a story that resonates wi...
How to Write Songs About Rhythm
You want a song that makes people move without thinking about it. You want a lyric that feels like a drum hit. You want melody and word...
How to Write Porro Songs
You want a Porro that makes people drop whatever they are doing and dance like they just remembered how to have fun. Porro is not backg...
How to Write Songs About Disassembly
You want a song that makes dismantling feel like a ritual and not a trip to the hardware store. You want the listener to feel sparks, l...
Fred Clifton, A&R Coordinator at Universal Music Group Contact Details
Fred Clifton is an A&R Coordinator at Universal Music Group, one of the largest and most prestigious music companies in the world. ...
How to Write Lyrics About Immigration
Want to write a song about immigration that hits like a gut punch and does not read like a college paper? Good. You are in the right pl...
How to Write Wonky Lyrics
Want lyrics that make people tilt their head, laugh, and then sing them into their group chat? Good. Welcome to the weird wing of songw...
Talent Scouts
Ever wondered what it takes to catch the eye of a talent scout while perfecting your lyric game? Imagine mixing the hustle of city life...
How to Write Songs About Allies
You want to write a song that honors someone who stands up for others. You want it to feel authentic. You want it to avoid sounding lik...