Marlowe Shepherd Consulting

With more than 35 years of experience as a professional musician and over 7,000 live performances, Marlowe Shepherd offers expert consulting services for musicians, independent record labels, music venues, bars, and restaurants.

Having built a career touring throughout the United States and the United Kingdom, Marlowe brings extensive firsthand knowledge of the music business—from booking independent tours and managing artist careers to understanding the financial and operational realities of today's industry.

For Artists & Independent Labels

The music business is constantly evolving, and navigating it successfully requires experience, strategy, and sound decision-making. Marlowe helps artists and independent labels make informed business choices, avoid costly mistakes, and develop practical strategies that can save thousands of dollars while creating opportunities for long-term growth.

For Venues, Bars & Restaurants

After performing thousands of shows in venues of every size, Marlowe has gained a unique perspective on what makes live music venues successful. He can identify operational gaps, improve the artist and audience experience, and help businesses maximize the value of their live entertainment programs.

Success in the live music industry depends on countless moving parts working together—from booking and promotion to hospitality, scheduling, and customer experience. Marlowe provides practical, experience-driven guidance to help your business operate more efficiently and profitably.

Consulting Rates

• Hourly Consultation: $250 per hour

• 90-Day Consulting Program: $2,500 per month

Whether you're an artist looking to grow your career, an independent label seeking strategic guidance, or a venue looking to strengthen your live music program, Marlowe Shepherd offers decades of real-world experience to help you achieve your goals.

To schedule a consultation or learn more about how Marlowe can help, please get in touch.