Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Punk Rap Songs
You want a track that punches through the noise and makes people pogo while yelling every word back at you. Punk rap lives where spitfi...
How to Write Blue-Eyed Soul Songs
You want the voice of old school soul with the honesty of now. You want to make people stop mid scroll, go quiet in their cars, and say...
How to Write Malaysian Hip Hop Lyrics
You want bars that sting and hooks that make people shout your name at a mamak at 2 a.m. You want lyrics that feel honest whether you a...
The Indie Artist Biz Bible (PROs MLC ISRC UPC EPK)
If you are an indie artist who wants money, credit, and fewer headaches, read this. The music business loves to hand out checks only af...
Big Music Industry Managers
Ever wondered how some musicians seemingly skyrocket from bedroom hopefuls to chart-topping sensations overnight? Meet the unsung heroe...
Psybient Songwriting Advice
Psybient music, a subgenre of electronic music, is characterized by its dreamy, atmospheric soundscapes, often incorporating elements o...
The Smiths - There Is a Light That Never Goes Out Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
You want a lyric that feels like a private text message and a funeral candle at the same time. Morrissey managed this with There Is a L...
How to Write Songs About Identity crisis
You are not the only one who has googled themselves at 2 a.m. Identity crises are the secret fuel of great music. They make people paus...
How to Write Songs About Detail
Details are the difference between a forgettable line and a lyric that tattooed itself on a listener. If you want people to sing your s...
How to Write Atmospheric Black Metal Lyrics
You want lyrics that feel like mist rolling over an abandoned chapel. You want words that do not just tell darkness but make the listen...