Songwriting Advice

04 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Rap Opera Songwriting Advice

September 4, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Rap opera songwriting is a unique and exciting genre that combines the storytelling of opera with the lyrical dexterity of rap. As a mu...

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22 Jul

Find Music A&R Contact Details

Chris Martignago, Director, A&R and Research at Atlantic Records Contact Details

July 22, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Chris Martignago is a renowned figure in the music industry, serving as the Director, A&R, and Research at Atlantic Records. With y...

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31 Jul

Find Music Manager Contact Details

Rusty Michael, President at Fat City Artists

July 31, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Rusty Michael is a renowned music industry professional who serves as the President at Fat City Artists, a leading music management and...

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02 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

How Much Do Music Business Managers Make

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ever wondered how much cash those sharp-suited, smooth-talking music business managers are raking in while you’re still figuring out ho...

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22 Sep

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Hiplife Lyrics

September 22, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Hiplife is a popular music genre that originated in Ghana in the 1990s. It is a fusion of highlife, a traditional Ghanaian music style,...

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01 Aug

How to Write Songs About Life Situations

How to Write a Song About Historical Events

August 1, 2024
By Toni Mercia

When it comes to writing a song about historical events, it's essential to understand the significance and impact of the event on socie...

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17 Aug

How to Write Lyrics About Specific Emotions

How to Write Lyrics About Inaction

August 17, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As songwriters, we often find ourselves drawn to themes of action, movement, and progress. But what about the times when we're stuck, s...

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08 Aug

How to Write Songs About Specific Emotions

How to Write Songs About Choice

August 8, 2024
By Toni Mercia

When it comes to writing songs about choice, it's essential to tap into the emotions and conflicts that come with making decisions. Cho...

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24 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Progressive Rock Songwriting Advice

September 24, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a musician, venturing into the realm of progressive rock can be both exhilarating and intimidating. This genre is known for its comp...

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01 Sep

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Fado Lyrics

September 1, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Fado, a traditional Portuguese music genre, is known for its soulful and emotive lyrics. Writing Fado lyrics requires a deep understand...

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