Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Balkan States Lyrics
You want lyrics that hit like rakija at midnight and stick like a kebab on a paper plate. You want lines that sound local enough to mak...
How to Write Psychedelic Folk Lyrics
You want lyrics that smell like campfire smoke and look like a Salvador Dalí painting wearing flannel. You want lines that feel ancient...
How to Write Punkabilly Lyrics
You want lyrics that kick a chair over and then wink at the police. Punkabilly blends the swagger of rockabilly with the spit and speed...
Nazareth LaMay, Manager, A&R Operations at Columbia Records Contact Details
Nazareth LaMay is a highly respected figure in the music industry, currently holding the position of Manager, A&R Operations at Col...
How to Write West Coast Hip Hop Lyrics
You want lyrics that smell like low ride chrome, late night palm trees, and a trunk that rattles the block. You want punchlines that hi...
Livetronica Songwriting Advice
You want tracks that make people lose their shoes and remember the melody the next morning. Livetronica lives at the sweaty intersectio...
Instrumental Songwriting Advice
Instrumental songwriting is an art form that requires a deep understanding of melody, harmony, and rhythm. As a musician, you may be us...
No Escalators When You Hit Sales/Stream Thresholds - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Quick truth You hit 50 000 streams and an inbox lights up like Vegas. Someone promises upgraded placement, a fast track to a label meet...
Rai Howell, Manager at The Management Ark Inc
Rai Howell is a renowned music industry professional who serves as a manager at The Management Ark Inc. With extensive experience in th...
How to Write Songs About Consequences
You want a song that slaps and makes people feel the fallout. Songs about consequences live in that delicious pain that follows choices...