Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Baggy (Madchester) Lyrics
So you want to write baggy lyrics. Good. Pack your flares, your best questionable haircut, and an instinct for repetition that borders ...
Alternative Rock Songwriting Advice
So you want to write alternative rock songs that feel angry, tender, messy, and true. Good. That means you want songs that smell like c...
How to Write Metalcore Lyrics
You want lyrics that hit like a riff and stick like a chorus chant at a sweaty show. You want words that give the vocalist something to...
New Orleans Blues Songwriting Advice
New Orleans, the birthplace of jazz, is a city steeped in musical history and culture. The blues, in particular, has played a significa...
How to Write Songs About Loyalty
You want a song that makes people pick a side. You want lyrics that make a friend text that crying emoji at three in the morning. You w...
How to Write Progressive House Lyrics
Progressive house lyrics are the secret sauce that turns a DJ set into a moment people remember. This guide teaches you how to write to...
How to Write Lyrics About Plant-Based Diet
You want songs that make people laugh, cry, or text their ex because they finally got it about kale. Whether you are celebrating a plan...
Crossover Music Songwriting Advice
Crossover music is a genre-bending style that combines elements from different musical categories to create a unique sound. It's a fusi...
Latin Rock Songwriting Advice
You want a Latin Rock song that slams the club floor and makes your abuela nod with respect. You want percussion that grooves like pray...
How to Get a Rap Manager
Picture this: you're in your bedroom studio, vibing to your latest beat, spitting fire bars, and dreaming of that big break. But wait, ...