Martin Sexton
“The best live performer I’ve ever seen. I may just quit my job and go follow Martin and make a fuss everywhere I go, just to make sure that people don’t go their lives without hearing this man sing to them.” — John Mayer
Martin Sexton is a truly soulful singer and guitarist, reminiscent of singers like Van Morrison, Al Green, Aaron Neville and Otis Redding. He has infiltrated many musical worlds, from the Jam scene to Classic Rock, and has performed and collaborated with artists ranging from John Mayer to Peter Frampton. His latest album, “Mixtape from the Open Road,” has been described as a musical cross-country trip, traveling through all territories of style.
Opening the evening is Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart. Rebecca is a Grammy awarding winning vocalist and multi- instrumentalist with extensive songwriting, performance & touring experience. Her band, Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart, includes members Chris Anderson (Martin Sexton), Todd Caldwell (C S & N) & Kenny Shaw (Dispatch). Their first album, released in 2012, received awards in the International Songwriting Competition and Unsigned Only Competition. Rebecca was also voted in Aquarian Weekly as one of the Top 10 must see bands of 2014.