Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Chinese Folk Music Lyrics
You want lyrics that feel ancient and immediate at the same time. You want language that sits perfectly on a pentatonic melody and does...
Billie Eilish - when the party’s over Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
Quick truth You know this song. You have cried in the dark with it playing quietly like it knows your exact brand of poor life choices....
How to Write Songs About Light
Light is a cheat code for emotion. It can be literal sunlight on a subway window or the glow of a phone at 3 a.m. It can be a neon conf...
V-Pop Songwriting Advice
You want a V-Pop song that punches like a viral filter and feels like your diary caught a stadium light. You want melody moments that p...
How to Write Southern Rock Songs
You want a song that smells like bourbon, open road, and late night lightning. You want a riff that punches the heart while the lyrics ...
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...
Sue Crawshaw, MD at Pick & Mix Music Contact Details
Sue Crawshaw is a highly respected and influential figure in the music industry, serving as the Managing Director at Pick & Mix Mus...
Hannah Galluzzi, A&R Coordinator at Universal Music Group Contact Details
Hannah Galluzzi is an A&R Coordinator at Universal Music Group, one of the largest and most prestigious music companies in the worl...
Vaporwave Songwriting Advice
Vaporwave is a music genre that emerged in the early 2010s, characterized by its dreamy, nostalgia-tinged soundscapes, often incorporat...
How to Write Lyrics About Beat
So you have a beat and a little panic in your chest. Good. That is the creative engine. Whether the beat is two minutes of lo fi coffee...