Songwriting Advice

26 Jul

How to Write Songs About Life Situations

How to Write a Song About Celebration Of Life

July 26, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Writing a song about celebrating life can be a powerful way to express gratitude, hope, and joy. It's a theme that resonates with peopl...

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27 Sep

Songwriting Advice

Surf Rock Songwriting Advice

September 27, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Before diving into surf rock songwriting advice, it's essential to understand the genre's core elements. Surf rock originated in the 19...

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06 Aug

Find Music A&R Contact Details

Shawn Keith, President at Sumerian Contact Details

August 6, 2024
By Toni Mercia

As a musician, getting in touch with industry professionals like Shawn Keith, President at Sumerian Records, can be a game-changer for ...

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03 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Motown Records A&R

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Picture a bustling studio in Detroit during the 1960s—a crucible of creativity where soulful melodies, catchy hooks, and irresistible r...

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24 Sep

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Jaha Johnson, Label Manager at Matriarch Contact Details

September 24, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Jaha Johnson is a renowned Label Manager at Matriarch, a leading independent record label and artist management company. With a strong ...

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15 Aug

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Beth Iovinelli, Booking Agent at Piedmont Talent

August 15, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Beth Iovinelli is a renowned booking agent at Piedmont Talent, a leading talent agency that specializes in booking live music performan...

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03 Jul

A&R and Manager Advice

Recording Studios Birmingham Al

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Ever had one of those days when your creative spark feels more like a dull flicker than a blazing inferno, and you wonder if the secret...

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09 Aug

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Scott Mello, Booking Agent at Opus 3 Artists

August 9, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Scott Mello is a highly respected booking agent at Opus 3 Artists, a leading talent agency in the music industry. With years of experie...

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04 Aug

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Keith Lawson, Executive Producer/Senior Director of Production at BET Networks Contact Details

August 4, 2024
By Toni Mercia

Keith Lawson is a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, currently serving as the Executive Producer and Senior Director of Pr...

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17 Mar

A&R and Manager Advice

Black Music Managers Income

March 26, 2025
By Toni Mercia

Picture this: you’re vibing to your favorite track, pen in hand, and suddenly you realize that behind the smooth production and catchy ...

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