Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Pagan Rock Songs
You want a song that smells like incense and dumpster fire energy in the best possible way. You want riffs that feel like thunder above...
How to Write Swamp Blues Songs
You want swamp blues that smells like moss and gasoline. You want a groove so lazy it sits sideways and lyrics that talk to the dust un...
Automatic Renewals You Must Opt Out Of - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Welcome to the money pit you did not know you were in. You uploaded a beat, downloaded a plugin, accepted a free trial, and then months...
How to Write Reductionism Songs
Reductionism songs are the art of saying more by saying less. Think Leonard Cohen whispering cosmic pain into a single toothbrush, or B...
Peter Wark, Director Artist Management at Donald K Donald Events Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Peter Wark, Director Artist Management at Donald K Donald Events, can ...
Do Music Managers Get Paid off Commission?
Ever wondered if your go-to music manager is raking in cash from commission, or if they're just vibing off your success like a supporti...
How to Write Songs About Seasons changing
Seasons are the world texting you back with color and attitude. One minute you are in sweaty neon summer and the next you are arguing w...
Post-Grunge Songwriting Advice
You want the dirt under your nails and a chorus that sneaks onto mainstream radio. Post-grunge lives at the meeting point of raw emotio...
David Baldwin, Vice President/Manager Artists/Conductors at Opus 3 Artists Contact Details
David Baldwin is the Vice President and Manager of Artists and Conductors at Opus 3 Artists, a leading classical music management agenc...
How to Write Lyrics About Homesickness
Homesickness is a weird little weather system inside your chest. It can be made of smells, a ringtone, a food you miss, a street you ca...