3 #1's on Apple Music, 1 top-ten on Billboard; over 2+ billion streams. Collabs include Columbia (Beyonce), Interscope, SUPRMODE. Berklee College of music trained vocalist; credits include Simon Phillips (The Who), Bart Schoudel (Coldplay, Selena Gomez, Katy Perry). Album featured in WWDC annual keynote amounting to billions of impressions.
I specialize in Toplines, Lyrics & Vocals. Credits include Beyonce, Mr. Carmack, Apple + Nautica. 2 recent singles held three #1 positions on Apple. My catalog has been featured by:
Spotify (Pop Music Today, Summer Waves)
Apple Keynote WWDC
Apple.com
Porsche Cars North America
HBO
Nautica
Calvin Klein
Dolce & Gabanna
Chanel
The Superbowl
2+ billion streams worldwide
I specialize in writing radio-ready songs and remain attuned to the latest musical trends. As a dedicated artist with a gift for crafting strong melodies, I believe a truly impactful song has the ability to evoke new emotions and compel listeners to hit the replay button over and over.
I make our workflow as efficient as possible. After you send an instrumental:
- I'll record a demo of a topline and send
- Lyric added when topline approved
- Will track final with Leads, BGV’s, Adlibs & Doubles (Mixed & Dry stems sent when finished)
Gear highlights:
Neumann u87, Neve 1073SPX Preamp, Apollo Thunderbolt, Mojave MA 201-fet, Nectar 3, Ozone, Waves full bundle, Dove Pro acoustic guitar, Fender Strat; most industry standard plug-ins
I'd love to collaborate with you and elevate your music to new heights. Let's take your sound to the next level!
Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.
Languages
- English
- Spanish
532 Reviews - 111 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedMariami is amazing and super fun to work with! Very professional and amazing vocals! 10/10!
check_circleVerifiedThis was my first time working with Mari and she did not disappoint! Her creativity opened a door I didn't even know could exist. She was quick to send over her initial ideas and asked if I liked the direction through each step of the process. She was open to my very minor revision input and blew me away completely. She nailed it and I can't wait to work with her again. Thank you so much, Mari!
check_circleVerifiedGlad to say I have a great rapport with Mariami. She just knows how to find her pocket on any song she’s on with gorgeous vocals and harmonies. Very easy to work with and understanding of the task given. I look forward to working with her more in the future.
check_circleVerifiedIt's always a breath of fresh air working with Mariami; she listens and goes above and beyond to give me that vibe I'm craving. This project is my baby and working with Mariami on it- I couldn't ask for a better collaborator.
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She's such a great songwriter! She really knows how to take a project and make it exceptional. I hope to keep working with Mariami on more hit songs!!
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Exceptional and professional. I enjoy working with Mariami; she just knows her craft. No need for long talks.
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It was a pleasure working with Mariami. We communicated very effectively and she was extremely friendly and open. I highly recommend it.
check_circleVerifiedMARI IS FANTASTIC! She met every single emotion with her melodies, and exchanged notes like the superstar she is. Definitely working with her again sometime in the near future :)
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Mariami is so talented and patient! She was able to combine all my vast ideas into one uniformed output, that was exactly what I was hoping for. She is so kind with her correspondences, and very timely. Hope to work with her again some day!
check_circleVerifiedI loved working with Mariami, very professional
check_circleVerifiedSuch an amazing songwriter. I needed someone who is attentive and offers their opinion constantly to make the song as best as it can be and Mariami exceeded my expectations.
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Mari is awesome to collaborate with, she is very talented and understand the music business. I would love to work together again.
check_circleVerifiedMariami has been extremely helpful and delivered in no time. Highly recommended!
check_circleVerified (Client)Great working with Mariami, simple communication and easy to work with
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She is a competent singer. I want to work with her next time
check_circleVerifiedCan't wait to do more, Mariami has a great ear for melody and truly understands the art of songwriting.
check_circleVerifiedIt was an amazing experience working with Mariami! Originally I wanted her help with lyrics, which she delivered exactly what I was envisioning, but then it became an entire feature because the demo she provided was so good that I couldn't picture someone else singing the song! Basically, whatever it is you're needing help with, she can help you with it (:
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Mariami is such a professional songwriter! A joy to work with her. Amazing ideas and very fast ❤️ hope to keep working with her ❤️ 100% recommended!
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Mariami is a very talented and responsive understanding-woman with a lovely vocal range. She is quite responsive to the composer’s needs and assistive with . additional vocals and overlays. And , she knows how to pair artists with her voice and deliver a final product, in my case a jazz/ swing duet. I highly recommend her. Plus, her pricing is most reasonable. Use her for all these purposes.
check_circleVerified (Client)Mariami is a dream to work with. Her patience, positivity, professionalism, and AMAZING voice make every project seamless and enjoyable. I can’t recommend her enough. 7 stars!
Interview with Mariami
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I pursued music at Berklee College of Music. At 23, I moved to New York City to launch my career. By 27, I secured my first development deal with an executive from Interscope Records, gaining invaluable insights into the path to becoming a successful full-time artist. At 31, I took the entrepreneurial leap, establishing my own production company. This move allowed me to craft chart-topping hits for artists worldwide, solidifying my presence in the industry. At the age of 36, I further expanded my musical endeavors by founding my own publishing company. Currently, I am pursuing a Master's degree in Music Business at NYU, deepening my understanding of the industry and honing my expertise.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: If I had the opportunity, I would choose to collaborate with Kendrick Lamar. His artistry continually astounds me; he consistently defies expectations, and develops new narrative styles that trail blaze a new path forward. The precision with which he composes his lyrics and delivers them consistently raises the artistic bar.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Step aside from your own limiting inner voice. Allow your instincts to be your compass and silence your inner monologue. Embrace all aspects of the creative process without reservation.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Pop, Soul, R&B, EDM, Dance, Acoustic, House, Rock
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I infuse songs with an irresistible quality that resonates with a wide-ranging audience, ensuring commercial success. Additionally, I serve as the conduit between an artist or producer's creative vision and its full realization.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Gear highlights: Neumann u87, Neve 1073SPX Preamp, Apollo Thunderbolt, Mojave MA 201-fet, Nectar 3, Ozone, Waves full bundle, Dove Pro acoustic guitar, Fender Strat; most industry standard plug-ins
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Tame Impala, Kacey Musgraves, Frank Ocean, Gilberto Gil, Pink Floyd, Herbie Hancock
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Every day I get a blank canvas and I'm blessed to be able to paint it with the most exquisite colors.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What story are you trying to tell? How do you want your audience to feel? What references or artists are you aiming to sound like?
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Creativity. I find things where things don't exist.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Toplining, Lyric Writing, Vocal Performance, Recording, Mix & Song Arrangement
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That greatness happens overnight. A successful career in music takes years of craftsmanship, commitment, discipline, technique, practice, study and staying open to growth + change.
I was the Songwriter in this production
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- Artist Sample
- Songwriter - LyricContact for pricing
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Contact for pricing
- Singer - FemaleContact for pricing
- Songwriter - MusicContact for pricing
I ask for a 25% writers share on all my works. Pure buyouts can be arranged as well! No refunds.
- Apollo Thunderbolt
- Mojave Condenser MA 201-fet
- Ableton Live 10
- Nectar 3
- Ozone
- Waves Gold Bundle
- Logic X
- Dove Pro Acoustic Guitar
- Fender Strat Electric
- Scarlett Focusrite 2i2
If you have a larger project that requires greater detail/ time, I will work with you to come up with a healthy workflow & rate that suits.
- Mariami - Specialist in EDM and PopApr 10, 2023
ON WHAT SOUNDBETTER MEANS TO HER
SoundBetter has not only challenged me as a writer & creative, but it's allowed me to collaborate with artists and producers on a global scale. I've had the honor of helping shape up-and-coming artists’ sounds, write entire albums, and guide producers through their first releases. To say it's been rewarding is an understatement. Read more
