I’m doing the same thing my friend , Dtube can be a nice bridge while you build momentum on the blockchain. I started my record label on steemit and work within steemit eco system for all the reasons you listed.
You need to get seen in order to build tho, Dtube votes are a good starting point for people who have no momentum on the blockchain. I know they kick started my momentum. Figured dhare my tips with other growing Steemians