Benji Martin
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Born 21st June 1974, Thomasville, NC
Sang and danced in assemblies in elementary and middle schools
Began playing guitar in early 20s
Open Mic night performer since 2003
Former member of choir at Trinity Memorial United Methodist Church, Trinity, NC
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Currently, I play at open mic night at the Flatiron in Greensboro, NC, every Tuesday night.
Your musical influences
The Beatles, Creed, Green Day, the Bee Gees, Fall Out Boy, James Blunt, BSB, Melissa Etheridge, and Coldplay to name several.
What equipment do you use?
Rogue 12-string acoustic guitar w/ Martin strings, Cort Viola Bass and Epiphone SG electric guitar (both w/ Gibson or Epiphone strings)
