Posts by Toni Mercia
Nina Simone - Mississippi Goddam Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
This is not a warm and fuzzy nostalgia piece. This is a rowdy, honest, sometimes ugly master class in how a songwriter makes fury feel ...
Nan Warshaw, Owner at Bloodshot Contact Details
Nan Warshaw is the co-founder and owner of Bloodshot Records, a renowned independent record label based in Chicago. Established in 1994...
How to Write Chap Hop Songs
Chap Hop is the genre that politely tipped its hat to hip hop then clocked it with a walking cane for daring to be loud. If you imagine...
Music Copyright Companies
Imagine being that cool indie songwriter who just dropped the next viral anthem, but instead of high-fiving your fans, you’re tangled u...
Eric Knight, Founder at Persistent Management
Eric Knight is a renowned music industry professional who has made a name for himself as the founder of Persistent Management, a reputa...
Schaffel Songwriting Advice
Schaffel is the pocket that makes heads nod slow and mouths hum faster. It is a shuffle groove with a triplet sway. It feels both retro...
How to Write Soft Grunge Lyrics
You want grit that feels like velvet. You want lines that sound like someone texting at 2 a.m. while sitting on the floor with fluoresc...
How to Write Songs About Interdependence
You want a song that honors connection without sounding like a motivational poster. You want lyrics that feel honest when two people si...
How to Write Noise Music Songs
You want to make sound that jolts people awake. You want textures that feel like a revelation or a mild assault depending on how caffei...
Jeff Roberts, President at Jeff Roberts & Associates
Jeff Roberts is a renowned music industry executive who has made a significant impact in the entertainment sector. As the President of ...