Martin Sexton migrated to Boston in 1990 where he built a following singing around Harvard Square and gradually working his way into the club scene. He won a number of Boston Music Awards as well as the National Academy of Songwriters "Artist of the Year" for his captivating live appearances and In the Journey, his 1992 collection of self-produced demo recordings that was later re-released under the same title by his boutique label, Kitchen Table Records. Sexton has released four more studio albums and one live album since then.
Sexton is committed to translating many American music forms into guitar-based folk; his influences include jazz, blues, rock, soul, gospel, doo-wop, and traditional country. His songs showcase his talents not only as a writer but also as a guitarist and vocalist.
Hey Joe (backstage)