Posts by Toni Mercia
How to Write Novelty Piano Lyrics
You want a song that people hum the next day while eating cereal and that also makes them choke on their laugh. Novelty piano lyrics li...
Ellen Azorin, President & Booking Agent at Pedro Giraudo
As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Ellen Azorin, President & Booking Agent at Pedro Giraudo, can be a...
Music Managers
Ready to jump into the wild, unpredictable, and downright exhilarating world of music management? Imagine balancing your love for kille...
What Is a Talent Scout
Ever wondered what magic lies behind the curtain of the music industry, where a few savvy individuals can spot budding superstars from ...
Heartland Rock Songwriting Advice
You want a song that smells like gasoline and coffee and still makes your aunt cry in the best way possible. Heartland rock is blue col...
How to Write Merengue Lyrics
You want merengue lyrics that make people drop forks at a family party and then text you for the studio session. Merengue is a genre th...
Delivering Multi-Track Stems Gives Label Remix Rights By Default - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
If a label asks for your multitrack stems you might think they just want to make radio friendly edits. Cute. They often want to build a...
How to Write Post-Grunge Songs
You want songs that feel like a bruised handshake from the 1990s but not a nostalgia cosplay. Post-grunge is the genre that took the ra...
How to Write Slacker Rock Songs
You want a song that sounds like you woke up five minutes before the gig and still stole the show. Slacker rock is the art of being eff...
How to Write Lyrics About Artisanal Goods
You want a lyric that reads like a craft market and hits like a love song. You want listeners to feel the texture of a handmade mug, to...