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Jeff Martinez, Solo Bassist and Composer
MySpace URL:
http://www.myspace.com/jeffmartinezbassist
Jeff Martinez, Solo Bassist and Composer: General Info
Member Since
8/7/2006
Band Members
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Jeff Martinez - Bass Guitar, Keyboards, Acoustic & Electric Guitar, Programming
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Influences
Bassists: Yves Carbonne, Stu Hamm, Steve Harris, John Myung, Jason Newsted, John Pattitucci, Steve Severin, Chris Squire, Trip Wamsley
Guitarists: Al DiMeola, Eric Johnson, Steve Lukather, Ted Nugent, Joe Satriani, Neal Schon, Slash
Bands: Blue Man Group, Collide, The Cure, Dagda, Delerium, Enigma, Inkubus Sukkubus, Journey, KISS, Rammstein, Savatage, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Styx, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Within Temptation
Composers: Enya, Harold Faltermeyer, George Gershwin, W.A. Mozart, John Williams, Hans Zimmer
Non-Musical Influences: Theodore Roosevelt, Alton Brown, Abraham Lincoln, Stephen King, George Lucas (yes, I'm a nerd), Condoleeza Rice
I got my musical start playing sax in the elementary school band. I had my heart set on being a drummer, but that would have to wait. In middle school, I learned to play drums. By the time I got to high school, I had tried many different instruments. Through four years of marching band, I played sax, trumpet, quads (on the drumline), and bass guitar (on the sidelines). I picked up the bass for the age old reason that the girl I was in love with when I was 15 told me that she liked it.
I am currently working on a new project, Isis Rain, which I am very excited about. I have played in a variety of bands from funk (Pariah), to pop (Gadfly), to grunge (Flush), to melodic metal (Born in Winter) and goth/industrial (Caustic Soul ). After playing bass guitar for 18 years, I am finally getting around to recording a solo CD. If all goes well, it will finished this year. Check back here for information on upcoming Solo Bass gigs.
Recently, I've been following another passion, composing. I've composed for theater groups, software companies, and radio (http://www.heartandhomehealing.com/music.htm). If you are interested in an original composition, contact me and we'll discuss the details.
As if all of that weren't enough, I am in the process of releasing a podcast. This show will be hosted by my alter-ego, Orion, and will focus more on spirituality and politics. Dangerous stuff, I know.
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Hi Daddy! I miss you tons! I can't wait to see you again! soon! I had a great time camping and spending time with you this summer! keep up the hard work with the music and hope to talk to you soon! i love you lots! Tell Raven and Shelly that i miss and love them too@!
Hi Jeff! Thanks so much for dropping by and listening to my pieces! I'm so happy that you enjoyed "Forsaken Finale". I hope that all is well in your life and that you're realizing your dreams!! Please stay in touch!! Take Care, Steph
I'd again like to point out --- you've got mad skills... MAD SKILLS... and it is not my fault that I fall victim of those skills. (like that - victim... I crack me up)
What Up, What Up? It's Ladies Night tonight at Shag Lounge. Ladies get $1 drinks from 7-11pm. Grab your guys/girls and I will see you tonight! Shag is at 830 15th St. (Between Champa and Stout) - Mada
Come check out Born In Winter at one of the best venues in Denver!! This show is a great lineup, plus we have new songs we're bringing out for this show!!
Click on the ticket below to print your own discount tickets!!
