Joe Martin is a modern day troubadour, a seasoned songwriter and performer having played to tens of thousands of people across the UK and Europe over the past decade.
The Lancashire born singer-songwriter is deservedly gaining attention on both sides of the Atlantic seeing him play shows around the UK, Europe and legendary venues in Nashville, Tennessee.
He grew up listening to the greats and has been influenced by artists from Bob Dylan, James Taylor and Townes Van Zandt to Jason Isbell and Kacey Musgraves which is evident in his sound and lyrical style.
21st century troubadour Joe Martin is deservedly gaining attention on both sides of the Atlantic seeing him play shows around the UK, Europe and legendary venues in Nashville, Tennessee. His musical journey has seen him collaborate with some of Nashville’s top songwriters including Johnny Garcia of Garth Brooks’ band, hit writer Jill Collucci and Aaron Raitiere at RCA studios on Music Row. His sound is deeply rooted in the classic American style, drawing inspiration from a wide range of influences from American folk artists like Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan and James Taylor to songwriters such as Townes Van Zandt, Jason Isbell and Kacey Musgraves, with storytelling and lyric a main focus of Joe’s
songwriting.
His latest album Alone In Valentine was recorded in Nashville with Cal Campbell and Cornelius Webb, sons of the music legends Glen Campbell and Jimmy Webb. In Joe’s words, the album is to serve
as musical bridge between generations. Preserving elements of the classic Country and Americana sound while bringing his own unique perspective to the music.
The album will be released in April accompanied by an 8 day tour around the north of the UK. A southern tour will follow in September with tickets already on sale at joemartinmusic.com/live
What they say
'Superb melodies accompanied by a fantastic voice and outstanding lyrics.' - Fatea Magazine
'The night I was at the Bluebird Cafe a young Englishman with a rich, resonant voice named Joe Martin seemed primed for bigger things.' - New York Times
'The UK's finest troubadour!' - W21
