Posts by Toni Mercia
How To Write A Song About Death
Death is terrifying and ordinary at the same time. It stalks the news cycle and shows up at family dinners. It knocks on apartments at ...
Katherine Loesch, Manager of A&R at Capitol Records Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with influential industry professionals like Katherine Loesch, Manager of A&R at Capitol Records, c...
Tango Songwriting Advice
You want a tango that makes the room tilt toward the dance floor. You want a melody that feels like a confession and a rhythm that invi...
What Do Managers in the Music Industry Do
Ever wondered what a music industry manager really does, especially in a world where playlists and viral TikToks rule the airwaves? Pic...
Leota Blacknor, SVP Marketing at Roc Nation
Leota Blacknor is a highly respected and accomplished marketing executive who currently holds the position of Senior Vice President of ...
How to Write Instrumental Lyrics
You have an instrumental that slaps and now you need words that fit like a glove. Whether you are writing a topline for a beat you boug...
How to Write a Song About Art And Culture
You want a song that makes people look twice. You want listeners to feel the paint on their fingers without being lectured. You want cu...
Livia Tortella, Co President at Warner Bros Records Contact Details
Livia Tortella is a highly respected music industry executive who currently serves as Co-President at Warner Bros Records. With a wealt...
Chris Watson, Label Manager at Park the Van Contact Details
Chris Watson is a prominent figure in the music industry, serving as the Label Manager at Park the Van, an independent record label bas...
How to Write Punk Pathetique Songs
Punk pathetique is the ugly cousin of glittering pop and the crying friend at the bar who still knows how to start a mosh pit. It is co...