Posts by Toni Mercia
Music Managers Hip Hop Accepting New Talent
Picture this: Your catchy hook is blazing on your laptop screen, beats thumping in the background, and you're about to drop that fire t...
How to Write Gamelan Songs
You want a gamelan song that feels ancient and new at the same time. You want pulsating gongs, interlocking metalophones, a melody that...
How to Write Lyrics About Self-Acceptance
Want to write a song that actually helps people feel less broken and more human? Cool. You are in the right place. This guide gives you...
Brad Navin, CEO at Orchard Contact Details
Brad Navin is the CEO of Orchard, a leading independent music distributor and artist services company. With a wealth of experience in t...
How to Write Songs About Innocence
You want a song that feels like a childhood memory and punches like an honest adult confession. Songs about innocence are a tricky spec...
New Orleans Blues Songwriting Advice
New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, is a city steeped in musical history and culture. The blues, in particular, has played a significa...
How to Write a Song About Mountains And Landscapes
You want a song that smells like pine and tells someone they can keep their city heartbreak. You want a chorus that opens like a ridge ...
What Should I Make My Song About
Staring at a blank page and your brain is on vacation. You want something real and sticky. You want a subject that will make listeners ...
Chris Martignago, Director, A&R and Research at Atlantic Records Contact Details
Chris Martignago is a renowned figure in the music industry, serving as the Director, A&R, and Research at Atlantic Records. With y...
How to Write Boogie Rock Songs
You want a riff that makes people stagger toward the dance floor and a chorus that gets stuck like gum in a sneaker. Boogie rock blends...