IF YOU’RE WANTING ME TO
“If You’re Wanting Me To” started with a track from John Marlin. Tim Owens thought of the title almost as soon as he heard it, then he called and told me about it. I was immediately on board! Tim and I were about to go on a hunting trip/writing retreat with Steve Williams, so we decided we would write it that weekend with Steve. The song is basically saying what any man who’s interested, or in love with a woman is thinking. I’ll do most anything. If you’re wanting me to and if you’re wanting me, too.”
GOOD THING GOIN’
“This is pretty much a completely true story except for the parts I made up.” - Written with Ash Bowers and Tim Owens.
GIRLS, TRUCKS, AND BEER
“This is a special song to me. I wrote it with Ash Bowers and Tim Owens. It started as a joke. A title that is so cliche. At first, we were goofing off - writing it how you would think. That first day, we wrote most of the song. The next morning, we all came in and realized there was a better way to write it. So we scrapped what we had and started over. We knew there was a way to tell a story and put meaning behind it. A way to paint a picture that takes people back. It definitely brings up good memories for me. From my firsts to my lasts. I know I wouldn’t be who I am today without “Girls, Trucks, and Beer.”
About
Growing up in the small town of Opp, Alabama…
home of the Rattlesnake Rodeo, Martin is rooted deep in the south. He recalls the best moments growing up were getting dirty, getting in trouble, and fishing with his dad and pawpaw.
“You learn a lot about life out fishing with your pawpaw and dad, but there’s more than just catching fish when you’re out there you know, all that plays into writing songs these days.”
When Martin wasn’t fishing or cheering on The University of Alabama (roll tide!), music became a major pillar in his life. His mother and father made sure creativity was always present. At the young age of ten, when Martin saw Shannon Wallace play guitar at his church, his fate had been sealed.
“I never really thought about whether or not I was going to play music, I just kind of did. It was something that was always a part of me”. He remembers specifically putting a Vince Gill tape, of his father’s, on repeat. Drawing inspiration from artists like Vince Gill, The Eagles, Brian McKnight and everyone in between, he began to create his own style of music.
Once Martin wore out every bar in Opp, Alabama, he decided to pursue his musical ambitions full time and make the move to Nashville, Tennessee in 2008. At age 20, Martin was not old enough to get into the bars, so a close friend snuck him into Fiddle and Steel on Broadway, where, two weeks later, he secured his first Nashville gig. Soon after, he was able to play his way around the Nashville circuit; consistently securing shows.
Since then, Martin has played all around the country, opening for huge acts like Alan Jackson, Luke Bryan, Blake Shelton, and Billy Currington. Martin has also made waves in the streaming world, and his independently released songs have earned top spots on Spotify-curated country playlists such as "New Boots" & "Breakout Country”.
Martin has signed a management deal with Ash Bowers, of Wide Open Music, and a publishing deal with Wide Open Publishing. Martin recently released “Girls, Trucks, And Beer” which is having success on both streaming and social platforms. He is excited as more new music is coming in the near future.
TOUR DATES
2024
Sept 13-14 - WELCOME TO THE FARM - ST. PETE FL
Sept 27-28 - WELCOME TO THE FARM - CLEVELAND OH
Oct 4 - SKYBAR - DESTIN FL
Oct 11-12 - WELCOME TO THE FARM - ST. PETE FL
Oct 18-20 - WELCOME TO THE FARM - CHICAGO IL
Oct 24 - PRIVATE EVENT - TUSCALOOSA AL
Oct 26 - PRIVATE EVENT - TUSCALOOSA AL
Nov 1-2 - WELCOME TO THE FARM - CLEVELAND OH
Dec 3 - PRIVATE EVENT - TUSCALOOSA AL
Dec 6-7 - WELCOME TO THE FARM - ST PETE FL
Dec 13-14 - MOONSHINE FLATS - SAN DIEGO CA
Dec 15 - SUNSET SESSIONS - SAN DIEGO CA
4/5/25 - PRIVATE EVENT - TUSCALOOSA AL
4/18/25 - PRIVATE EVENT - TUSCALOOSA AL
8/16/25 - PRIVATE EVENT - GREECE
CONTACT
MANAGEMENT: WIDE OPEN MUSIC
ASH BOWERS & BRENDAN RICH: ash@wideopenmusic.com - brendan@wideopenmusic.com
PUBLISHING: WIDE OPEN MUSIC PUBLISHING
VICTORIA GOODVIN: victoria@wideopenmusic.com