Andrew Martin
Andrew Martin
Andrew Martin.English bluesman based in Italy.
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Hesitation
Hesitation
My version of the old Rev.Gary Davis classic. Public domain
"Hesitation" by Andrew Martin is a Blues production available on SoundClick. The production choices feel intentional, giving the track a distinct character. There is a quiet confidence to this track — the mark of an artist who understands the blues sound. "Hesitation" has performed across multiple SoundClick charts, reaching #9 in Blues and #4 in Blues General. Stream "Hesitation" and explore more from Andrew Martin on SoundClick. Download this song for free on SoundClick.
Rocks are my pillow
Rocks are my pillow
Classic country blues.I use the old Gibson and the Regal Triolian.The sound of walking feet is a shaken box full of African nut shells ! Improvisation lives !
Independent artist Andrew Martin drops "Rocks are my pillow", a Country Blues track on SoundClick. It rewards close listening, revealing new details on each playthrough. The kind of country blues cut that earns its place in a playlist and stays there. "Rocks are my pillow" has peaked at number 3 on the SoundClick Country Blues chart. Discover "Rocks are my pillow" and the rest of the Andrew Martin discography on SoundClick. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
Soho Chinatown Rag
Soho Chinatown Rag
Ragtime guitar piece using the National Resophonic Delphi.
"Soho Chinatown Rag" by Andrew Martin is a Blues production available on SoundClick. There is an authenticity to the performance that draws the listener in. A blues track built for repeat listens — it reveals more with each play. It has peaked at #19 in Blues and #8 in Blues General on the SoundClick charts. Stream "Soho Chinatown Rag" and explore more from Andrew Martin on SoundClick. Free MP3 download available for this track on SoundClick.
Broke down engine
Broke down engine
Great Blind Willie McTell song,using the 1976 Ibanez Concord 12-string
"Broke down engine" is a Country Blues track by Andrew Martin on SoundClick. It is the kind of track that finds the right moment to make itself heard. The production choices here reflect a genuine understanding of what makes country blues work. It has reached the top 10 on the SoundClick Country Blues chart, peaking at #3. "Broke down engine" is part of the Andrew Martin catalog on SoundClick, where independent artists connect with a global audience. Get this track as a free download.
61 Highway... Live
61 Highway... Live
My small homage to the great Fred MacDowell
Independent artist Andrew Martin drops "61 Highway... Live", a Country Blues track on SoundClick. There is an authenticity to the performance that draws the listener in. This track does what good country blues does best — it connects. "61 Highway... Live" has peaked at #23 in the main Blues category on SoundClick. Discover "61 Highway... Live" and the rest of the Andrew Martin discography on SoundClick. Download this track for free.
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Professional English bluesman now living in Perugia,Italy.I have been playing blues with bands and on a solo basis for many years.Before going to university I took time off to travel and act as roadie,guitar tech. and assorted other jobs (some best nameless)with blues packages touring Europe.This bought me into close contact with artists such as John Lee Hooker,Champion Jack Dupree (with whom I later toured for a while),Sonny Boy Williamson II and many others.Later I worked in English blues bands Mojo Hand,The Skip Allan Band(Pretty Things drummer),Downbound Train and Baton Rouge.Now touring solo in Med area.
Shared the stage with Martin Simpson,Roy Bookbinder,Dave van Ronk(RIP),John Hammond,Popa Chubby,Louisiana Red,Lurrie Bell,Sugar Ray Norcia,
Mike Turk,Sammy Mitchell(RIP),Dave Kelly and many others.
Have you performed in front of an audience?
Yes all the time.Clubs mainly and Ive played many of the major blues festivals in Europe.Touring in the south European area.
Your musical influences
Robert Johnson,Muddy Waters,Son House,Bukka White...all of the great bluesmen.
What equipment do you use?
Gibson acoustic guitars,1936 National Duolian,1996
National Resophonic Delphi,Amistar Style 2 Tricone,1976 Ibanez Concord 12-string,F 5 mandolin.For electric,Fender Stratocaster,Telecaster and 1963 Danelectro Silvertone.
Anything else?
Reviews:"a voice full of colour,light,shade,and expression.A guitarist of great soul and energy,Martin is a blues storyteller." Musica Jazz
(Italys top jazz journal)
..."a natural talent in acoustic blues" Atri Blues Festival.
..." the magic blues of Andy Martin" La Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno
..." Umbrias top solo bluesman and certainly one of the very best in Europe" Corriere della Serra
..." a great personality with the ability to completely captivate an audience" Blues in the Park
.. quiet,gentlemanly stage presence,not unlike John Hammond,but a magnetic,spellbinding performer
with years of experience and a vast repertoire.Beautiful expressive voice and a wonderful slide player.BluesLines,UK.
.. Andy Martin brought the evening to a smouldering crescendo,alone on stage,modest and unassuming with a sardonic Cockney sense of humour.I never thought I could dance to one man playing a National guitar but Andys final Bukka White medley had me rockin my socks off University BluesNews,UK
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