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    I'm Yona Marie (A.K.A Rachel Marie), a musician and recording artist from the Washington, DC area. Sign Up as a fan to stream and download my songs for free! I currently work as a studio singer, sound producer, and songwriter for musicians, artists, and businesses in need of some creative expertise. Contact Me if you are a potential client looking for help with your upcoming project!

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  • Recent Creator Tools
    High Five Sound Effect - Powerful High Five
    High Five Sound Effect - Powerful High Five Ah Sound Effects Jingles

    Sound effect of a high five

    Recorded with AT4040 microphone

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    Arguing Sound Effect - Argument At Fast Food Restuarant
    Arguing Sound Effect - Argument At Fast Food Restuarant Argument Sound Effect sfx

    Sound effect of an argument at a food store

    Recorded with AT4040 microphone

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    Correct Sound Effect - Correct Bell Ring
    Correct Sound Effect - Correct Bell Ring Correct Sound Effects sfx

    Sound effect of a correct answer 

    Recorded with AT4040 microphone

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    Sizzling Sound Effect - Bacon Cooking
    Sizzling Sound Effect - Bacon Cooking Sizzling Sound Effects sfx

    Sound effect of food sizzling on a stove

    Recorded with AT4040 microphone

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    Kick Sound Effect - Loud Kick Noise
    Kick Sound Effect - Loud Kick Noise Kick Sound Effects sfx

    Sound effect of a loud kick

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  • Recent Blogs
    Do Songs Have To Rhyme?
    Do Songs Have To Rhyme?
    Wednesday September 1 2021, 3:59 PM
    Rhymes In Songs Are there rules when it comes to songwriting? The first and most important rule is that you can write a song however you want to write your song. Does your song have to rhyme? Of course not! It's all about your plans for the...
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    Great Songs About Loyalty
    Great Songs About Loyalty
    Tuesday August 31 2021, 6:58 AM
    Songs About Loyalty And Friendship  While some of these songs can have many meanings, here are a few that focus on strong friendship foundations with an unwavering loyalty. These are some of my favorites, so much so that I have a Spotify...
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    The Simple Brilliance Of The Picardy Third
    The Simple Brilliance Of The Picardy Third
    Monday August 30 2021, 5:57 PM
    Picardy Third Definition  A picardy third is a major tonic chord that is written into the end of a song in a minor key. This happens when you raise the usual minor third in a tonic chord to a major third, creating the major chord that is...
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    How To Use Breath Marks In Music
    How To Use Breath Marks In Music
    Saturday August 28 2021, 7:00 PM
    Breath Mark Definition A breath mark is a symbol found in sheet music that indicates a place where a singer can take a breath in a way that won't take away from the performance or the lyrical delivery. Breath marks usually look like...
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    5 Ways Your Music Business Card Can Stand Out
    5 Ways Your Music Business Card Can Stand Out
    Friday August 27 2021, 5:15 PM
    Music Business Card Ideas Digital marketing is all the rage these days, but that doesn't mean that in-person marketing for your music isn't important. The gig scene is still kicking, even in a pandemic, and business cards being passed...
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