Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Makossa Songs
You want a makossa song that makes people lose their shoes and find their rhythm at the same time. You want a groove that sits in the c...
How to Write Tarantella/Pizzica Lyrics
You want lyrics that make bodies move, eyes widen, and grandma clap along like she is auditioning for a village riot. Tarantella and pi...
How to Write Power Pop Lyrics
Power pop is a genre of music that emerged in the late 1970s, characterized by catchy melodies, harmonies, and hooks. It's a fusion of ...
How to Write Lyrics About Plot
You want a song that tells a story like a tiny movie. You want verses that feel like scenes and a chorus that works like the emotional ...
Freelance Music Product Managers
Ever wondered how the magic of a chart-topping song comes together? Picture this: a dynamic mastermind who blends killer beats, snappy ...
How to Get Discovered by a Record Label
So, you dream of your music blasting through speakers in packed clubs and getting the nod from a record label? If you're ready to trans...
Māori Music Songwriting Advice
This is for musicians who want to write songs that sit in te ao Māori with integrity and fire. You might be a Māori artist wanting to s...
Bhangra Songwriting Advice
You want a Bhangra song that punches the chest, wrecks the dance floor, and sits in your listener for days. You want the dhol hit to fe...
How to Write Lyrics About Serendipity
Serendipity is the little accidental miracle that makes life feel like a rom com edited by fate. In songwriting it is one of the sweete...
Deductions for Music Managers
Ever feel like your bank account is the ultimate music critic, weighing every expense with a brutal, off-beat review? If you’re a music...