Growing up in the shadows of the Appalachian Mountains, the Belton, SC native was heavily influenced by Traditional Country Music, Piedmont Blues, Southern Rock, and Roots Music. He was inspired by a multitude of artists and songwriters ranging from blues musician Jimmy Reed to country-rocker Dwight Yoakam, along with songwriters Billy Joe Shaver, Dean Dillon, and Kris Kristofferson.
In 2016 Marty had 4 original songs featured in the movie “Elbow Grease” starring Burt Reynolds. Take Me As I Am, I’ll Be Fine, When Love Came Rollin In, and If You Ever Change Your Mind were prominent throughout in the film.
In 2024 Marty will be releasing is follow-up to his 2022 album “The Trouble With The Truth”. “Pick Me Up Sadie” will the first single released off of his “American Stories” LP.
“Listening to Marty’s latest album, The Trouble With Truth, Shine is easily the catchiest tune of the eleven songs. Arguably the best. All eleven songs are solid. I’m Worried About You feels sincere. The sincerity that took me almost two hours to capture, Marty captures before you even get to the first chorus. Both this song and Shine could inspire a movie. The album as a whole could perhaps inspire a series - Scott Yates (Film Producer)”