Biography
 
       While keeping one foot planted firmly in the roots of American music, singer/songwriter Brian Martin is forging a distinct path into its future as well. Blending styles of old-time country blues, juke joint boogie, and ragtime jazz with elements of folk and bluegrass, he delivers witty tales with a soulful gritty voice, resulting in music that is both unique and inviting for generations young and old.

       After years of fine-tuning his songwriting and developing his guitar picking, Brian began the journey of a fulltime musician in 2004. He has since gained an ever growing fan base as well as several distinctions throughout the region. In 2004 he was a finalist in the Emerging Artist Competition for the Arkansas Blues & Heritage Festival. In 2006 & 2007 he was invited to perform in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, Tennessee, one of only a handful of Arkansans' selected to perform with blues musicians from around the world. Also in 2006, he received a LAMA (Lower Arkansas Music Award) for Most Unique Performer of the year. More recently, Brian took 2nd place in the 2008 Arkansas Times Musicians Showcase.

       Brian has performed at many venues and festivals throughout the region. He has supported national touring acts such as Lucero, Bobby Rush, and Col. Bruce Hampton. He is currently working on his first full length album, due out in spring of 2010.