Posts by Toni Mercia
Unblack Metal Songwriting Advice
You are writing black metal that punches Satanic tropes in the face while bringing hope and truth. You want tremolo riffs that sound li...
How to Write Lithuanian Folk Music Lyrics
You want lyrics that sound like they grew up near a cold river and then went viral on a summer night. Lithuanian folk music has grit, r...
Steven Goff, Co Founder/A&R at Red Parlor Contact Details
Steven Goff is a renowned music industry professional, serving as the Co-Founder and A&R (Artist and Repertoire) at Red Parlor Reco...
Paying Reduced Mechanicals On Your Own Songs - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
You wrote the song. You own the song. Then someone asks you to accept reduced mechanicals. That sentence should trigger alarm lights an...
Managers in the Music Industry
Ever wondered who’s behind the scenes making sure your favorite artists hit the big time? Picture a savvy wizard juggling contracts, gi...
Byron Wright, Senior Director A&R at Epic Records Contact Details
Byron Wright is a highly respected figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Senior Director of A&R at Epic Records. W...
Angus Blair, Director UK A&R at Nettwerk Music Group Contact Details
Angus Blair is a renowned music industry professional who serves as the Director of UK A&R at Nettwerk Music Group, a leading indep...
Joni Mitchell - Both Sides Now Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
If you want to steal like a brilliant poet without sounding like a terrible imitator study this song. Joni Mitchell wrote a lyric that ...
Experimental Electronic Songwriting Advice
As an electronic musician, you're likely no stranger to pushing boundaries and exploring new sounds. Experimental electronic songwritin...
How to Write Brooklyn Drill Lyrics
You want bars that hit like a subway slam on a packed platform. You want a hook that people shout at 2 a.m. and a verse that makes your...