Songwriting Advice

26 Jul

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Furniture Music Lyrics

July 26, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Furniture music, also known as background music or ambient music, is a type of music that is designed to create a calm and relaxing atm...

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11 Aug

Songwriting Advice

Reductionism Songwriting Advice

August 11, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a songwriter, you're likely no stranger to the feeling of being overwhelmed by the sheer number of ideas, emotions, and themes you w...

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06 Oct

Songwriting Advice

Ska Punk Songwriting Advice

October 6, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Ska punk, a fusion of Jamaican ska and punk rock, emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This genre combines the upbeat, energetic ...

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02 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Independant Music Awards Managers

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ever wondered how those indie artists effortlessly snag nominations and win accolades without the big corporate machine behind them? We...

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08 Mar

Songwriting Advice

How To Write An AC DC Song

March 25, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Picture this: you’re sitting in your bedroom, air guitar in hand, when suddenly the electrifying spirit of AC/DC sparks in your brain. ...

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24 Jul

How to Write Songs About Specific Emotions

How to Write Songs About Escapism

July 24, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a songwriter, you're no stranger to the concept of escapism. Whether it's a desire to break free from the monotony of daily life, to...

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23 Dec

Find Music A&R Contact Details

Kris Chen, Sr. VP A&R at NONESUCH RECORDS Contact Details

December 23, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Who is Kris Chen? Kris Chen is a renowned music industry executive currently serving as the Senior Vice President of A&R at Nonesuc...

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01 Aug

Songwriting Advice

Trip Rock [Es] Songwriting Advice

August 1, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Trip rock, a subgenre of alternative rock, emerged in the 1990s and is characterized by its dreamy, psychedelic soundscapes, often acco...

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27 Aug

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Cool Jazz Lyrics

August 27, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Cool jazz is a subgenre of jazz music that emerged in the 1950s, characterized by its relaxed, introspective, and subtle approach. To w...

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13 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Korean Hip Hop Songwriting Advice

September 13, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Korean hip-hop has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity over the past decade, with artists like BTS, Blackpink, and Zico gaining i...

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