Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Lyrics About Mentoring
You want a song that honors a mentor without turning into a dusty trophy speech. You want real moments, messy gratitude, tricky power d...
Hire Music Project Managers
Ever felt like your music project is spiraling out of control, like you’re juggling flaming microphones while riding a unicycle on a ti...
How to Write Roots Reggae Songs
You want that deep, righteous groove that makes people sway like a palm tree on a chill island night. You want lyrics that hit the spir...
How to Write Avant-Pop Songs
You want songs that feel like a surprise party for the brain. You want melodies that sneak into the ear and refuse to leave while produ...
Audit Costs On You Even When Errors Are Found - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Imagine you find a math error that proves you were underpaid. You call the label or publisher. They agree the statement is wrong. Then ...
Heartland Rock Songwriting Advice
You want a song that smells like gasoline and coffee and still makes your aunt cry in the best way possible. Heartland rock is blue col...
Alternative Metal Songwriting Advice
Want to write alternative metal songs that hit like a truck and feel like a late night therapy session in a mosh pit? Good. You came to...
How to Write Songs About Process
Want to write a song that makes the messy grind feel cinematic? Good. You are about to learn how to turn chores, workflow, therapy, cra...
How to Write a Song About Folk Dance
You want a song that makes feet stop scrolling and start stomping. You want a melody that fits the footwork, lyrics that tell the story...
Paing Music Managers a Salary Instead of Percent
Ever thought about flipping the script on the traditional music management model? Imagine a world where music managers receive a flat s...