Andrew Marshall

Gretsch Artist Since: 1970

Country: US

Band or Affiliations: Billie Eilish / FINNEAS

Current Kit Setup:
USA Custom/Brooklyn hybrid in Satin Ebony
22x14 BD, 12x8 TT, 14x14 FT, 16x16 FT
14x6.5 Aluminum Snare Drum
14x6.5 USA Custom Woord Snare Drum
12x5 Brooklyn Snare Drum

Influences:
Steve Gadd, Buddy Rich, David Garibaldi, Steve Jordan, Jeff Porcaro, Keith Carlock

We asked...Why Gretsch?:
"They sound killer and are easy to tune. Playing Gretsch drums means being part of an incredible lineage of legendary drummers and every drum they make is full of soul. It’s an honor to play Gretsch!"

Advice to aspiring musicians?:
"Recognize that there’s something to learn in every situation. Work hard at your craft and don’t get discouraged by people telling you it’s too hard or that you should do something else. If you love it, you will find a way! There is no greater pursuit. "

Bio:
Andrew Marshall is a seasoned touring and studio drummer.
Originally from the New York area, he spent several years in the music scene there freelancing and touring with artists like VÉRITÉ, Tor Miller, Tkay Maidza, and Ex Cops. Upon moving to Los Angeles in 2017, he successfully auditioned to play for Billie Eilish and has since participated in all of her concert tours.

Highlights include headlining sets at major festivals such as Coachella, Glastonbury, and Lollapalooza and TV appearances on shows like SNL, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and many others. He performed with Billie at the Grammy Awards as well as the Oscars and the American Music Awards. He also spent time as a member of Finneas's band, participating in several tours and TV appearances.

Andrew can be heard on Billie’s album Hit Me Hard and Soft. In between tours, he records drums for artists around the globe at his studio in Los Angeles.