Songwriting Advice

22 Oct

Find Music A&R Contact Details

Richard Russell, Owner at XL Recordings Contact Details

October 22, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Richard Russell is a British music entrepreneur and the founder of XL Recordings, an independent record label based in London. With a c...

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31 Aug

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Europop Lyrics

August 31, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into the world of Europop lyrics, it's essential to understand the genre itself. Europop, also known as Eurodance, is a s...

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31 Aug

Songwriting Advice

Traditional Blues Verses Songwriting Advice

August 31, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Traditional blues music has a rich history that spans over a century, originating in the Deep South of the United States. It's a genre ...

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23 Jul

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Country Rock Lyrics

July 23, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into the world of country rock lyrics, it's essential to understand the genre itself. Country rock is a subgenre that eme...

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27 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Breaking In Doc Martens: The Comprehensive Handbook

July 27, 2023
By Toni Mercia

Renowned for their robust quality and distinctive aesthetic, Doc Martens are a cult favorite in the footwear industry. But while the en...

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21 Sep

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Arabesque Lyrics

September 21, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Arabesque lyrics are a style of songwriting that originated in the Middle East and North Africa, characterized by intricate melodic pat...

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12 Sep

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Rockabilly Lyrics

September 12, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into writing rockabilly lyrics, it's essential to understand the genre's history, sound, and cultural context. Rockabilly...

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14 Oct

Songwriting Advice

Sri Lankan Hip Hop Songwriting Advice

October 14, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Sri Lankan hip hop has been gaining momentum in recent years, with a growing number of talented artists making waves in the local and i...

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07 Aug

How to Write Songs About Life Situations

How to Write a Song About Skydiving

August 7, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Skydiving is an extreme sport that involves jumping from an airplane and navigating to the ground using a parachute. It's an exhilarati...

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25 Jul

How to Write Lyrics About Life Situations

How to Write Lyrics About Forgiveness

July 25, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Understanding the Concept of Forgiveness Forgiveness is a complex and multifaceted concept that can be difficult to grasp, let alone pu...

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