Maiya B has a velvet sound that is a mix of many genres in her own compositions. Maiya first came into the world’s public eye after posting videos of herself on YouTube singing cover songs. Currently, Maiya B has a Youtube following of over 5,000 subbies & 700,000 channel views. Maiya earned her B.A in Vocal Performance & B.S in Music. BGV Queen
Services:
1. Featured/Lead Vocals or Demo Vocals
-Song must already be written
-You must provide a lead vocal reference
2. Featured/Lead Vocals + Vocal Melody + Songwriting ($1000)
- I provide vocals & create vocal melody and lyrics |*complimentary BGVs
3. Vocal Melody only
-Lyrics are already written, I create melody only. I DO NOT provide vocals on actual song.
4. BGV's (Background Vocals) only
-You must provide a lead vocal reference
-$150 per part (i.e. Sop, Alto, Ten.)
5. Songwriting only
-I create lyrics only. Melody is not included.
-You must send me the track and I will write lyrics. Melody is not included.
*Send instrumental, Lyrics, BPM, Key of song, Detailed description of what you're going for.
50% of compensation must be paid up front in order to start project.
You will receive a rough MP3 mix from me.
Once you approve and the remaining payment is received by me, I will send you the dry acapella vocal stems/ trackouts (comped & clean w/ no clicks, pops, or background noise present which will make mixing much easier for you.)
Features are anonymous UNLESS otherwise discussed.
I take % on publishing & royalties ( Pls Provide ipi#).
For co-writing projects I reserve my publishing rights with ASCAP
% varies depending on the project*
For complete buy-out option contact for more info.
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Credits
Languages
- English
Interview with Maiya B
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: New Original Music
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Great quality work.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: How freeing it is and how creative I can be.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What does the piece mean to them and how did it become.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be specific in your details and trust me as the artist to deliver.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: laptop, mic, extended hard drive, laptop charger, acoustic guitar
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Work in sections. Listen multiple times and make sure you're giving what the piece requires.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: R&B, Gospel
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: vocal detailing.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: heart-felt empathy and authenticity.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I evaluate the song a few times by listening, then I go in full force section by section and just make sure I have a cup of water and a pad and pencil to the side just incase I ever need to write out helpful tips for certain spots.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: *Check my profile for my setup details*
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, Robert Glasper, Jacob Collier, Hans Zimmer, & Bear McCreary
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: The most common type of work I do for my clients is Background Vocals adding color and harmonies, Arranging, and Songwriting.
I was the Featured Vocalist in this production
- Singer - FemaleAverage price - $400 per song
- YouTube Cover RecordingAverage price - $300 per song
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $400 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $400 per song
- ClarinetAverage price - $100 per song
3 FREE Revisions. 5-7 day turnaround (possibly sooner). No refunds. Please send sheet music & piano accompaniment for Clarinet projects.
- Brandy
- H.E.R.
- Tamia
- Neuman TLM102MT Lg Diaph Condenser Mic
- Scarlet2i2G3 2x2 Scarlett USB Audio Interface
- Logic Pro
- Audio-Technica studio headphones
- MacBook Pro
- CAD Vocal Shield1
- Pop filter