Songwriting Advice

08 Aug

Songwriting Advice

Afrobeats Songwriting Advice

August 8, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Understanding Afrobeats: A Genre on the Rise Afrobeats, a genre born out of West African music, has taken the world by storm. Characte...

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26 Aug

How to Write Songs About Specific Emotions

How to Write Songs About Outlook

August 26, 2024
By Toni Mercia

When it comes to songwriting, inspiration can come from anywhere. One often overlooked but incredibly rich source of inspiration is our...

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15 Oct

Find Music A&R Contact Details

A & R, demo submission at Filament Contact Details

October 15, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a musician, getting your music in front of the right people can be a daunting task. A&R (Artist and Repertoire) representatives ...

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10 Oct

Find Music A&R Contact Details

Chris Thomas, GM at Palo Duro Contact Details

October 10, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Chris Thomas is a highly respected and accomplished music industry professional, currently serving as the General Manager at Palo Duro ...

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23 Jul

Find Music Manager Contact Details

Elizabeth Penta, President & Booking Agent at Emcee Artist Management

July 23, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Elizabeth Penta is a highly respected figure in the music industry, serving as the President and Booking Agent at Emcee Artist Manageme...

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23 Aug

Songwriting Advice

Witch House Songwriting Advice

August 23, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Witch House, a subgenre of electronic music, is known for its dark, experimental, and atmospheric soundscapes. As a musician, crafting ...

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01 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Christian Hip Hop Songwriting Advice

September 1, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a Christian hip hop artist, you have a unique opportunity to share your faith and inspire others through your music. However, writin...

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28 Jul

How to Write Lyrics About Specific Emotions

How to Write Lyrics About Self-discovery

July 28, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a songwriter, you have the unique ability to tap into the human experience and convey complex emotions through your lyrics. One of t...

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25 Jul

How to Write Lyrics About Specific Emotions

How to Write Lyrics About Culture

July 25, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a songwriter, you have the power to tell stories that resonate with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Writing lyrics abo...

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03 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Music Managers Forum Barry Bergmann

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Picture this: you're on the brink of your next big musical breakthrough, armed with nothing but a killer beat in your head and a laptop...

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