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Do Music Managers Get Paid off Commission?
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Do Music Managers Get Paid off Commission?

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
March 26, 2025
Ever wondered if your go-to music manager is raking in cash from commission, or if they're just vibing off your success like a supporti...
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Broadcast Rights Granted Without Back-End - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid
Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid

Broadcast Rights Granted Without Back-End - Traps & Scams Every Musician Must Avoid

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 6, 2025
Short version You gave someone permission to broadcast your song and now you are not getting paid. That is not because you are unlucky....
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Indian Jazz Songwriting Advice
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Indian Jazz Songwriting Advice

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
This is not your grandma's fusion recital. This is rowdy, soulful, and melodic chaos that actually gets heard. Indian Jazz is the place...
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How to Write Synth Punk Lyrics
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How to Write Synth Punk Lyrics

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
You want lyrics that feel like a neon street fight. You want lines that spit truth, flirt with menace, and somehow hum perfect with a b...
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Gnawa Songwriting Advice
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Gnawa Songwriting Advice

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 2, 2025
You want a song that rumbles in the chest and haunts the back of the head. You want the guembri to lock a pocket of groove so tight you...
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How to Write Nu-Gaze Songs
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How to Write Nu-Gaze Songs

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 1, 2025
Want to make songs that feel like sleeping with your headphones on while the room gleams and the world softens? Welcome to Nu Gaze. Thi...
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Rico Brooks, President at Block Ent Contact Details
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Rico Brooks, President at Block Ent Contact Details

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
October 5, 2024
Rico Brooks is a prominent figure in the music industry, serving as the President at Block Ent, a renowned entertainment company. As a ...
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How to Write Kadongo Kamu Songs
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How to Write Kadongo Kamu Songs

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
October 31, 2025
You want a song that makes people stop, stare, laugh, cry, and then text their aunt about it. Kadongo Kamu is the original chatty, raw,...
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Nikki Affleck, Head Of A&R Admin at Island Records (UK) Contact Details
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Nikki Affleck, Head Of A&R Admin at Island Records (UK) Contact Details

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
November 22, 2024
Nikki Affleck is a highly respected and experienced music industry professional, currently serving as the Head of A&R Admin at Isla...
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How to Write Calypso Songs
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How to Write Calypso Songs

Posted by author-avatar Toni Mercia
October 31, 2025
You want a calypso that makes people grin, think, and shake a foot at the same time. You want lyrics that roast a politician and comfor...
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