Songwriting Advice

02 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

How to Get Connections in the Music Industry

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ready to blast off into the dazzling world of music industry connections? Picture yourself at an epic backstage party, rubbing elbows w...

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27 Sep

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Dangdut Lyrics

September 27, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Dangdut is a popular music genre in Indonesia, characterized by its catchy melodies, upbeat rhythms, and often, romantic lyrics. As a s...

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07 Aug

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Hard Nrg Lyrics

August 7, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Hard NRG, short for New Rave Generation, is a subgenre of hardcore techno that originated in the 1990s. Characterized by its fast-paced...

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18 Aug

Songwriting Advice

Chicago Hard House Songwriting Advice

August 18, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Chicago Hard House, a subgenre of house music, originated in the 1980s in Chicago's underground club scene. Characterized by its fast-p...

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26 Jul

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Middle Of The Road Lyrics

July 26, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a songwriter, you're likely familiar with the term "middle of the road" (MOR) lyrics. These are lyrics that appeal to a broad audien...

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02 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Latin Hip Hop Songwriting Advice

September 2, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into songwriting advice, it's essential to understand the Latin hip hop scene and its rich cultural heritage. Latin hip h...

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03 Jan

Find Music A&R Contact Details

Joanne Baines, A & R Administration Manager at Decca Records Contact Details

January 3, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Joanne Baines is the A&R Administration Manager at Decca Records, a renowned British record label that has been a major player in t...

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20 Sep

How to Write Lyrics

How to Write Reggae Punk Lyrics

September 20, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into writing reggae punk lyrics, it's essential to understand the genre's roots, sound, and cultural context. Reggae punk...

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26 Jul

How to Write Songs

How to Write Old-Time Songs

July 26, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Understanding the Roots of Old-Time Music Old-time music is a genre that originated in the southern United States in the late 19th and...

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30 Jul

How to Write Songs

How to Write Hardwave Songs

July 30, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into the process of writing hardcore songs, it's essential to understand the genre's history, core elements, and emotiona...

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