A powerful singer and songwriter gifted with the rare ability to speak to the soul with his expressive and poignant lyrics, Martyn’s been compared to Bruce Springsteen but has carved his own style and reputation as a mesmerising live performer. A unique talent driven by passion, social awareness and love for his trade, his music empowers and speaks for the many.

Martyn will be performing in concert at Beccles Public Hall on Friday 22nd January at 7.30pm. Tickets are just £15 – don’t miss!

Martyn’s song “There’s Always Maybe” won the best folk song category in the 2012 World Independent Music Awards. Social justice is ever-present throughout his music, which has been recognised with numerous humanitarian awards and plaudits. His latest album ‘Sanctuary’ has just been released to popular and critical acclaim.

Martyn delivers challenging narratives, tackling the complexity of the human condition but underpinned with a promise of hope. BBC Radio 2’s Bob Harris observed that “Martyn is one of our most intelligent writers. He gets better and better like the finest of wines.”

He has won the love of audiences across the USA, Canada and Europe and toured with Art Garfunkel, Jools Holland, Suzanne Vega, Mike and The Mechanics and Joan Armatrading. A raconteur weaving tales on topical concerns, he tells stories of the fragility of love, with a magical ability to reach out to his listeners through his passion and humour.

Reviewers have singled him out as an unmissable solo performer whose music stays with you long after the show has ended. A unique talent, driven by passion and love for his trade, Martyn continues to write, sing and play from the heart. It’s a road he’s been travelling for most of his life and, as he often tells his audience, ‘you keep turning up and so will I.’

“Stunning, heartfelt music” Bob Harris BBC Radio 2

“One of the most charismatic and electrifying performers in Britain today…tough and passionate” Tom Robinson BBC 6 Music

“One of acoustic music’s most original voices, and most forward looking of his generation of singer/songwriters” Q Magazine

“Songs of social commentary as much as love, with a rootsy sensibility” Time Out

“Britain`s best kept secret……a challenging songwriter and a compelling courageous live performer” MoJo 4 star review

Tickets are available on-line at www.becclespublichall.com, from the Box Office, open 10am to 3pm, Monday to Saturday or by ringing: 01502 770060.

The Jan – March What’s On programme is out now and available from the Box Office and around the town – collect your copy today!

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