The Art of the Song, Crafted with Heart

Marshmellow is the creative alias of Marshall Smith, an award-winning composer and producer with a gift for weaving sound into story. Based in Auckland, New Zealand, Marshall is a prolific creator whose music spans the spectrum from high-energy electro-pop to whimsical children’s tales and serene meditation soundscapes.

With an APRA Silver Scroll nomination and a legacy of over 2,000 published works for global screens, Marshall brings a master-craftsman’s precision to every note. Whether he is scoring an Emmy-winning documentary or crafting the shimmering synth-layers of his latest album, Summerland, Marshmellow’s music remains anchored in a single, simple mission: to create sophisticated, soul-stirring melodies that connect with listeners of all ages.

The Vision: Representation & Global Partnerships

With the completion of his 6th "grown-up" studio album, Summerland, Marshmellow is seeking strategic representation and label partnerships across international territories—specifically Asia and beyond.

We are looking for collaborators to drive:

• Territory-Specific Marketing & PR: Breaking Summerland into high-growth pop & electronic markets.

• Sync & Publishing Representation: Leveraging a "commercial-ready" sound for film, television, and high-end retail branding.

• Regional Distribution: Managing the physical and digital footprint of the 12-track LP.

Built for Sync: A Proven Track Record

Marshmellow is more than a recording artist; he is a master of the Sync and Placement world. With over 2,000 original tracks published and a career as an APRA Silver Scroll Finalist, Marshall Smith’s music is architected for media:

• Broadcast Power: Current audio projects are syndicated across Japan, New Zealand, Australia, and Canada, proving the cross-border appeal of his production style.

• Visual Pedigree: With deep IMDB credits in film, TV, and gaming, Marshall understands the intersection of sound and screen. Summerland was written and produced with high-tier placement in mind—shimmering synths, evocative lyrics, and pristine commercial production.

• Unrivaled Catalog Depth: Beyond Summerland, partners gain access to a massive, 11-album deep catalog (spanning indie-pop, electronic, and family music) that is fully cleared and ready for immediate licensing opportunities.

Digital & Domestic Impact (2025/2026)

• 519K+ Total Video Views across key platforms.

• 227K+ Apple Music Plays & 18,000+ Annual Spotify Listeners.

• Industry Leadership: Former Chair of the Screen Music & Sound Guild of NZ; mentor and sought-after speaker on the business of music.

A Legacy of Global Sync & Production

Marshall Smith is a high-level producer and composer with an extensive portfolio of work for the world’s most recognizable brands and entertainment franchises.

Flagship Global Projects

• The 16th Man (ESPN Films): Scored this Emmy Award-winning documentary produced by Morgan Freeman.

• Street Fighter 6 (CAPCOM): Lead composer/production credits for one of the world's largest gaming franchises.

• All or Nothing (All Blacks): Music placement for the major Amazon Prime Video original series narrated by Taika Waititi.

• Big Pacific (PBS/Discovery/CCTV): Scored this landmark international blue-chip nature series.

Commercial Sync Portfolio (Selection)

Marshall has written and produced music for premium global campaigns, specializing in high-energy, commercial-grade pop and electronic soundscapes.

• Tech & Auto: Porsche, Hyundai, Suzuki, Genesis Energy, Spark.

• FMCG & Beauty: Coca-Cola, McDonald’s, Dove, TREsemmé, Sunsilk, Rexona, 7UP, Mountain Dew, Hershey’s.

• Finance & Corporate: Deloitte (USA), Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore), Barcelona FC & Beko.

Entertainment & Gaming

Beyond studio albums, Marshall's music powers interactive and broadcast environments globally.

• Gaming Giants: CAPCOM (Street Fighter 6), Tekken 8, and SNK (The King of Fighters XV).

• Broadcast Institutions: BBC (UK), Sesame Street (USA), Animal Planet, National Geographic, and NHK (Japan).

• Theatrical Scores: Tim Bray Productions (The Twits, Badjelly the Witch) and House on Fire.

The "One-Stop" Advantage

As the MD of The Sound Room, Marshall manages a massive catalog of 2,000+ original tracks across 11+ studio albums.

All masters and publishing are handled with professional precision, offering international partners a "One-Stop" solution for rapid licensing, territory representation, and cross-platform marketing.