Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Crossover Thrash Songs
You want riffs that smash faces and hooks that shove people into the pit. Crossover thrash is the love child of thrash metal and hardco...
Female Music Managers in South Africa
Ever wondered how some of the sharpest, most creative minds behind South Africa’s sizzling music scene are breaking all the stereotypes...
How to Write Tarantella/Pizzica Songs
You want a pizzica that makes people stomp, cry, laugh, and forget what they argued about last week. Pizzica is the wild cousin of the ...
Music Label Emails
Ready to hit the high note in your music career? Whether you're a budding songwriter looking to shine or a musician gearing up for a re...
Cmg A&R
Ever wondered what happens when passion meets opportunity, creativity meets industry, and raw talent collides with the magic of modern ...
Nu Metal Songwriting Advice
Your job is to make people feel something heavy, messy, and true. You want riffs that bite like a surprise text from an ex. You want vo...
Record Label Emails
Ever wondered how to slide into a record label’s DMs without sounding like a nervous spam bot? Welcome to the ultimate guide on record ...
How to Write Seggae Lyrics
You want Seggae lyrics that hit like a warm rum and then punch like truth in the throat. Seggae is that rare musical creature that carr...
How to Write J-Pop Lyrics
You want a chorus that sticks on first listen and a verse that paints a tiny movie. You also want to honor a culture and a language wit...
How to Write a Song About Fiction Writing
Yes you can write a song about writing fiction. It is not narcissism or a creative cartel requirement. It is a glorious way to turn lat...