We had the good fortune of connecting with Marc L. and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Marc, is there something that you feel is most responsible for your success?
The most important factor behind my success is being kind to myself. Because I’ve been a perfectionist most of my life, I tend to get so hard on myself to the point where I don’t celebrate the little victories. I’ve learned that it’s the little victories that shape the big victories!

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I think what sets me a part from most artists is my peculiar, unique voice. When you hear my voice you may hear some of my vocal influences like Amy Whinehouse, Jazmine Sullivan, Adele, Maxwell, but I still have my own voice. I’m most proud and excited about where my journey is taking me, because it’s just the beginning! My motivation is really what got me the opportunities that have come my way. For example, for the past 6 years, I’ve been recording and mixing/mastering my music off of my Apple iPhone, via an app called BandLab. A lot of people are surprised when I tell them that because my music sounds professionally recorded. I don’t have a producer, or someone who could help me with my music so I use what I have. If you really want something, you’ll make it happen! Check out my EP that’s currently out called “Percipient” by Marc L. On iTunes! This music was all recorded on my phone.  I’ve also always wanted to get paid for songwriting and even model professionally. My hard work and dedication has given me opportunities such as being signed to John Casa Blancas, a well-known talent and modeling agency,  as well as a songwriter for “SongFinch” which is an online custom songwriting service.”  These are representations of how my hard work and motivation have led me to continuous success.”

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I’ve never been but I’d love to take my best friend to Dubai. I’m not too familiar with what food is there but I just know that it’s beautiful. I’d like us to experience the entire culture (best restaurants, night life, different traditional activities etc.)

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I would like to shout out my grandparents, Lynnette and Walter Greene, and also my talent manager, Wade McMann. These people are instrumental in my success because they have provided me with both emotional and financial support!

Website: Instagram.com/itsmarcthemodel

Instagram: Instagram.com/theofficialmarcl

Other: https://music.apple.com/us/album/percipient-single/1561835686

Image Credits
Icon Studios IG: @wayneshotit

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