Posts by Toni Mercia
Canadian Music Tour Managers
Ever wondered about the unsung heroes behind your favorite live shows, those wizard-like Canadian Music Tour Managers who transform cha...
How to Write Stoner Rock Songs
You want riffs that sit like a couch in a desert and vocals that sound like sunset syrup. Stoner rock is a slow moving freight train of...
Polka Songwriting Advice
Want to write a polka that makes people spill their beer and forgive each other at the same table? You are in the right place. Polka is...
Jim Phelan, Manager at GPS / Global Positioning Services Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Jim Phelan, Manager at GPS / Global Positioning Services, can be a gam...
How to Write Lyrics About Aging
Want to write songs about getting older that feel honest and not like a Hallmark card with a flashlight held under its face? Good. Agin...
Earl Johnson, Senior Director of A&R at Roc Nation Contact Details
Earl Johnson is a renowned music industry executive who serves as the Senior Director of A&R at Roc Nation, a leading entertainment...
How to Write Songs About Critique
You got told your song was amateur hour and you want to write a song about that insult. Or you felt your last chorus was called out by ...
Instrumental Hip Hop Songwriting Advice
Understanding the Basics of Instrumental Hip Hop
Instrumental hip hop, also known as hip hop instrumental or beat music, is a subgenre ...
West Coast Blues Songwriting Advice
When it comes to songwriting, West Coast Blues is a unique and captivating genre that evokes the laid-back, sun-kissed vibes of Califor...
Emmy Black, Owner at Rhyme & Reason Records Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Emmy Black, Owner at Rhyme & Reason Records, can be a game-changer...