Posts by Toni Mercia
21
Aug
How to Write Anti-Folk Lyrics
Anti-folk music emerged in the 1980s as a reaction against the commercialism and superficiality of mainstream folk music. It was charac...
03
Sep
Spencer Zubrow, Booking Agent at Juicy Physics Touring LLC
As a musician, getting your music in front of the right people can be a daunting task. One of the most important connections you can ma...
26
Jul
Progressive Country Songwriting Advice
Before diving into the world of progressive country songwriting, it's essential to understand the genre itself. Progressive country, al...
23
Jul
Cowpunk/Country-Punk Songwriting Advice
Cowpunk, also known as country-punk, is a subgenre of punk rock that emerged in the 1980s. It combines the energy and rebelliousness of...
11
Mar
How Do You Start To Write A Song
Ever sat down with your guitar, laptop, or even your smartphone, only to have your brain as silent as a mime stuck in an elevator? Welc...
02
Jul
How to Contact Music Producers
Ever wondered how to slide into the DMs—or rather, the inboxes—of your favorite music producers without coming off as a lost intern at ...
18
Aug
How to Write Songs About Isolation
Isolation is a universal human experience that can evoke powerful emotions and inspire meaningful songwriting. As a songwriter, tapping...
08
Aug
How to Write Merenhouse Songs
Merenhouse is a genre of music that originated in the 1980s in France, characterized by its fast-paced rhythm, catchy melodies, and oft...
05
Mar
Songwriting Ireland
Welcome, creative souls and aspiring troubadours, to a whirlwind journey through the vibrant, poetic, and sometimes mischievously irrev...