Is successful music marketing and promotion all just a game of luck or being ‘connected?” Is it possible for the independent artist to get the word out about projects without a ton of money or a huge team? According to label executive Dre Marshall, any independent artist and creative can effectively market to their audience and promote their projects.They just need to employ the right strategies and continue to keep the right attitude even when starting small. Dre Marshall has worked in all areas of the music and entertainment industry, both as an artist and as a label executive and management leader. As an artist, he released influential independent projects in the hip-hop genre,  and collaborated with artists such as Grammy nominated gospel artist Canton Jones, singer / songwriter  Leon Timbo, and the legendary rapper Kurtis Blow. As a partner and co-founder of The Thirties with Grammy-Award winning songwriter and producer Breyan Isaac, Dre Marshall has seen the benefits of fostering authentic relationships in the industry.  The Thirties has now been a part of several Top 10 Billboard-charting singles  in pop and hip-hop as well as producing songs for huge Hollywood movie releases such as the Spider Man franchise. Now in their second decade of existence, The Thirties continues to collaborate with some of the biggest stars in music,  linking up with artists such as Nick Jonas, Nicki Minaj, Travis Scott, Tyga, Damian Marely, Flo Rida, Pitbull, Lecrae, Kesha and countless others. In this revealing discussion on The God and Gigs Show, Dre Marshall explains the essential mindset needed to  successfully promote and market your musical and creative projects, and breaks down the limitations and self-defeating tactics that will derail your success as a performing artist. . Topics covered in this interview with Dre MarshallWhy artists must learn how to build teams and get help in the areas that they are weakest inHow his upbringing helped him understand the importance of different roles in the music and recording industry, including management and marketingWhy artists must know  basic selling and marketing techniques to build their careers The importance of knowing your audience and what they will respond to How to build a team and focus on the partnershipsWhy investing back into our creative careers is crucial to building a sustainable platformWhy small victories and goals can help you continue finishing your project. Get connected with Dre MarshallTap to send us a text! Support the showJoin our Creative Community In our 360 Membership, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a Christian creator. Joining gives you access to our exclusive app, workshops and community conversations, as we change from being creatively confused to creatively confident! GodandGigs.com/membership PODCAST MERCHGet God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? If so, please share your: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to help support God and Gigs with a donation! Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on PodMatch, here!