Songwriting Advice

02 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Industry Standards for Music Managers

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ever wondered how some music managers seem to have the Midas touch—turning emerging artists into chart-toppers with a flick of their wr...

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13 Nov

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Chaim Roberts, Director A&R at Arabesque Recordings Contact Details

November 13, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Chaim Roberts is a renowned music industry professional, currently serving as the Director of A&R at Arabesque Recordings. With a w...

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29 Jul

How to Write Lyrics About Life Situations

How to Write Lyrics About Fake News

July 29, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into writing lyrics about fake news, it's essential to understand the concept itself. Fake news refers to false or mislea...

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27 Oct

How to Write Songs

How to Write Folk Ragtime Songs

October 27, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Folk ragtime music is a unique blend of traditional folk music and ragtime, a style that originated in the late 19th century. To write ...

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29 Jul

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Michael Mordecai, Founder / Owner at BBA Management & Booking

July 29, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Michael Mordecai is a renowned figure in the music industry, serving as the Founder and Owner of BBA Management & Booking. With his...

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07 Dec

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Dan Sandshaw, President at FAT POSSUM RECORDS Contact Details

December 7, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a musician, getting your music heard by the right people can be a daunting task. One of the most important people in the music indus...

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03 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Political Hip Hop Songwriting Advice

September 3, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Political hip hop is a powerful medium for expressing social and political commentary. As a songwriter, you have the ability to inspire...

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30 Nov

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Luke Lewis, Co-Chairman at Universal Records (Nashville) Contact Details

November 30, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Luke Lewis is a renowned music industry executive who currently serves as the Co-Chairman of Universal Records in Nashville. With a car...

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26 Jul

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Donny Herran, Director Product Management Vh1 Wc Reality at VH1 Contact Details

July 26, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Donny Herran is the Director of Product Management for VH1's WC Reality department. As a key figure in the music industry, he plays a c...

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11 Mar

Songwriting Advice

How To Write Song Lyrics Book

March 25, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Writing a song lyrics book isn’t just about scribbling down a few catchy rhymes on a napkin—it’s about embarking on an epic, fun-filled...

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