Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Western/Cowboy Music Songs
Before diving into the world of writing Western/Cowboy music songs, it's essential to understand the genre's rich history and roots. We...
How to Write Chutney Soca Songs
You want a heat seeking party song that makes people lose their shoes and their dignity on the road. You want melody lines that slide b...
Earl Johnson, Senior Director of A&R at Roc Nation
Earl Johnson is a highly respected figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Senior Director of A&R at Roc Nation, a r...
Monica Barrios, Human Resources at Atlantic Records Contact Details
Monica Barrios is a highly respected and experienced professional in the music industry, currently holding the position of Human Resour...
Rasin Songwriting Advice
Yes this is about songwriting and yes we named the framework after a dried grape on purpose. RASIN stands for Rhythm, Arrangement, Stor...
Comedy Rock Songwriting Advice
You want people to laugh, nod, and sing along while your guitar punches like a fist bump. Comedy rock is not a novelty trick. It is a c...
How to Write Songs About Endurance
You want a song that feels like a slow burn and then hits like a fist full of sunlight. Songs about endurance are not about winning tro...
How Much Do Music Managers Start Out Making
Ever wondered how much a music manager might be making when they're just starting out? Picture this: you're at a buzzing underground gi...
How to Write Alegrías Songs
You want sonic sunshine with grit. You want a song that makes people clap, stomp, and cry at the same time. You want the kind of alegrí...
Marvin Gaye - What’s Going On Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
One song. A city of feeling. A masterclass in saying big things in small lines. If you write songs and you have not sat with Marvin Gay...