Songwriting Advice

03 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Record Label Emails

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ever wondered how to slide into a record label’s DMs without sounding like a nervous spam bot? Welcome to the ultimate guide on record ...

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04 Oct

How to Write Songs

How to Write Beatdown Hardcore Songs

October 4, 2024
By Toni Mercia

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

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03 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Music Tour Managers

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ever dreamed of orchestrating a tour that cranks up the volume of passion and creativity while juggling logistics like a mastermind DJ?...

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04 Aug

How to Write Songs About Specific Emotions

How to Write Songs About Attention

August 4, 2024
By Toni Mercia

When it comes to writing songs about attention, it's essential to understand the concept itself. Attention is a complex and multifacete...

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09 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Trad Jazz Songwriting Advice

September 9, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Understanding the Roots of Trad Jazz Before diving into trad jazz songwriting, it's essential to understand the genre's rich history a...

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09 Nov

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Ron Fair, CEO/President at A&M Records Records Contact Details

November 9, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a musician, getting in touch with industry executives like Ron Fair, CEO/President at A&M Records, can be a game-changer for you...

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30 Jul

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Neal Oconnor, New Media Manager at Velvet Hammer Contact Details

July 30, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Neal O'Connor is a prominent figure in the music industry, serving as the New Media Manager at Velvet Hammer, a renowned music marketin...

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31 Jul

How to Write Lyrics About Specific Emotions

How to Write Lyrics About Innovation

July 31, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Understanding the Concept of Innovation Innovation is a broad and multifaceted concept that can be interpreted in various ways. As a so...

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06 Jan

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Ryan Krause, A&R Coordinator at Position Music Contact Details

January 6, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ryan Krause is an A&R Coordinator at Position Music, a leading independent music company that specializes in music production, publ...

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06 Oct

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Michael Pontecorvo, GM at Downtown (NY) Contact Details

October 6, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Michael Pontecorvo is the General Manager at Downtown Music Publishing in New York. As a key figure in the music industry, he plays a c...

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