Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Vallenato Songs
You want a song that smells like sun, rum, and honest feelings. Vallenato is a Colombian folk music tradition born on the Caribbean coa...
Country Music Managers
Picture this: a bustling honky-tonk bar, neon lights flickering, country tunes filling the air, and behind the scenes, a savvy manager ...
Bruce Iglauer, President at Alligator Contact Details
Bruce Iglauer, the President of Alligator Records, is a highly respected figure in the music industry. With over 50 years of experience...
Prince - Purple Rain Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
This is not a fan shrine. This is a songwriting master class wrapped in purple velvet and a stadium sized guitar solo. Prince wrote son...
Paul McCartney - Maybe I’m Amazed Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
Paul McCartney wrote Maybe I’m Amazed in a bathtub of feelings and piano chords. He recorded the song in 1970 for his first solo album ...
How to Write Songs About Separation
You want a song that feels like it was sneaking out of your diary at 2 a.m. You want lines that sting and lines that make listeners lau...
Paul Foley, GM at Decca Label Group (NY) Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Paul Foley, General Manager at Decca Label Group (NY), can be a game-c...
Freestyle Songwriting Advice
What is Freestyle Songwriting?
Freestyle songwriting is an approach to songwriting that involves creating music and lyrics on the spot,...
Faith Nelson, Unit Manager at BET Networks Contact Details
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Faith Nelson, Unit Manager at BET Networks, can be a game-changer for ...
Uk Hard House Songwriting Advice
You want the floor to explode when your track hits the PA. UK Hard House is not subtle. It wants to punch, to shove, to create a sweaty...