Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Songs About Sadness
You want a song that feels true and not whiny. You want lyrics that land like a punch and melodies that make listeners feel seen. Sad s...
How to Write Metal Songs
You want riffs that split the sky and a chorus that turns a crowd into a single animal. You want drums that slam without losing pocket....
Music Managers in New Orleans
Picture yourself strolling down the vibrant, soulful streets of New Orleans, where every corner bursts with rhythm and every alley whis...
Roger Trust, Label Manager at Beggars Group (UK) Contact Details
As a musician, getting your music in front of the right people can be a daunting task. One of the most important people in the music in...
Jacob Edgar, A&R Consultant at Putumayo World Music Contact Details
Jacob Edgar is a renowned A&R consultant at Putumayo World Music, a leading record label and music publisher that specializes in wo...
Elliott Smith - Between the Bars Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
Short version You are about to learn how Elliott Smith makes a tiny, whispery song feel like a confession written on the inside of your...
Good Local Music Managers
Ever found yourself wondering why some local bands catapult into the limelight while others remain underground, despite having killer t...
Paul Adam, MD at Vertigo Contact Details
Who is Paul Adam, MD at Vertigo?
Paul Adam is the Managing Director of Vertigo, a renowned music publishing company that has worked wit...
How to Write Political Hip Hop Lyrics
You want bars that hit like a protest sign hitting the right note. You want lines that make people laugh and then think and then act. P...
Kevin Seprinano, Label Manager at Little Dog Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Kevin Seprinano, Label Manager at Little Dog, can be a crucial step in...