Posts by Toni Mercia
Thomas Dreux, GM at Side One Dummy Contact Details
Thomas Dreux is the General Manager at SideOneDummy Records, an independent record label based in Los Angeles, California. With a caree...
Cool Jazz Songwriting Advice
You want a jazz song that sounds lived in and not like it was stitched together in a music theory textbook. You want melody lines that ...
How to Be a A&R
Ever wondered if you’ve got the vision, the vibes, and the vibe-checking skills to be the next big A&R in the music universe? Welco...
How to Write Songs About Motifs
Motifs are tiny musical or lyrical ideas that behave like clingy houseguests. They show up, they repeat, they make everything feel like...
Legendary Music Managers
Ever wondered how some music managers turn raw talent into unstoppable chart-topping legends, while others just seem to get lost in the...
How to Write Celtic Metal Lyrics
Yes you can write Celtic metal lyrics that feel epic and authentic even if your only exposure to Celtic music is a Spotify playlist and...
Paul Cothran, Executive Director at VH1 Contact Details
Paul Cothran is a highly respected figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Executive Director at VH1. With a wealth of e...
How to Write a Song About Career Transitions
Career changes are drama. They are awkward dinners, phone calls you avoid, and small private victories in subway bathrooms. If you want...
Mark Eaton, Booking Director at Capitol Steps Productions, Inc.
Mark Eaton is a highly respected figure in the music industry, serving as the Booking Director at Capitol Steps Productions, Inc. With ...
Lee Chesnut, Vice President and Music Programing Post at VH1 Contact Details
Who is Lee Chesnut?
Lee Chesnut is the Vice President of Music Programming at VH1, a popular American cable and satellite television ch...