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Mike
Martin

moovin & groovin

Nashville-based musician making sweet sweet sounds

About Mike Martin

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The Journey

From Mo-Town to Music City

Mike Martin began his musical journey in Detroit, Michigan, where the strings of a guitar felt like a natural extension of his voice from a young age. By the age of twelve, he was already distinguishing himself in the jazz rhythm section of the Detroit Symphonic Orchestra, a feat that marked him as a prodigy in the local scene. This early exposure to high-level performance instilled a discipline and a deep understanding of musical structure that would define his entire career.

After honing his craft in Detroit's vibrant underground jazz circuit and earning a scholarship to Wayne State University, Mike transitioned to the heart of the music industry: Nashville. Today, he is a sought-after session player and solo artist, blending his classical jazz foundations with modern sensibilities. His journey is one of constant evolution, moving seamlessly from the structured world of symphonic jazz to the eclectic and high-energy stages of Music City.

What now?

Mike Martin began his musical journey in Detroit, Michigan, where the strings of a guitar felt like a natural extension of his voice from a young age. By the age of twelve, he was already distinguishing himself in the jazz rhythm section of the Detroit Symphonic Orchestra, a feat that marked him as a prodigy in the local scene. This early exposure to high-level performance instilled a discipline and a deep understanding of musical structure that would define his entire career.

After honing his craft in Detroit's vibrant underground jazz circuit and earning a scholarship to Wayne State University, Mike transitioned to the heart of the music industry: Nashville. Today, he is a sought-after session player and solo artist, blending his classical jazz foundations with modern sensibilities. His journey is one of constant evolution, moving seamlessly from the structured world of symphonic jazz to the eclectic and high-energy stages of Music City.

Musical Inspirations

Townes Van Zandt

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Buddy Holly

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Jimmy Buffet

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Jimmy Hendrix

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