“Kay Martin’s effortless vocal delivery gently guides the mind toward life’s sweet subtleties: the come-hither glance from an intriguing stranger, the fizz of champagne, the glint of sun on ocean waves.”
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—Daniel Deprè, Indie Spoonful
“a unique and wild ride— their performances pack so much attitude and sass—delightfully eccentric”
The lyrics have a very distinctive flair. . . . The arrangement is a glistening golden statue, and it is so beautifully bright. The rhythm played…
Read more—Radio Airplay
"very interesting and fresh new twist— wide audience appeal— fusion and concept, all works well together"
Kay Martin Band gives a fresh twist on a classic jazz standard, with a delicious salad of sounds. This new cover of My Man…
Read more—Composer Rodgers Grant on the "Softly" CD:
"true pros— wonderful"
These guys are true pros. [They] swing in any genre!! You sound amazingly comfortable knowing the guys are "doin' it" behind you. The soloists, bass and horn, on "Softly" are wonderful. I enjoyed the entire CD. Keep…
Read more—Larry Blood, KSQD.org Community Radio for the Central Coast
“Each tune comes out as pure and individual as a finely cut gem. Ms. Martin proves herself to be "not just a singer," as her intonation, relaxed sense of swing, and clear focus in her delivery make her an up-and-coming…
Read moreBWH Music Group Review: 'If These Walls Could Speak'
"fresh new flavor— extremely engaging— captivating musical landscape"
"If These Walls Could Speak" is a timeless treasure. In the capable hands of the Kay Martin Band, the song gets a fresh new flavor while maintaining the composer's original emotion. From…
Read moreInterview with BWH Music Group / WNIR Indie Radio
"Once I got to LA—with so many amazing musicians all around, I was able to fuse music from all periods of my life into genre-bending interpretations for the Four Sweets project."
Intro: Kay Martin grew up playing guitar and singing…
Read moreRadio Airplay Review: My Man
"very interesting and fresh new twist— wide audience appeal— fusion and concept all works well together"
Kay Martin Band gives a fresh twist on a classic jazz standard, with a delicious salad of sounds. This new cover of My Man…
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Interview with Ric Perez Radio KSFR, Santa Fe
Jazz a la Carta
"Music is to reach people, it's to make people feel good. You don't know what your music does... it's not my place to know, really... it's my place to do it... and to trust."
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Read moreInterview with Steven Harris
San Gabriel Valley Press Syndicated
by Steven Harris Correspondent
"Taking an artistic risk with one's career takes dedication and courage, and Martin seems loyal to the last blue note."
Born in Iowa and raised in California, Martin moved to Los…
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