Martin Purtill

Rank #45 Sacramento, CA Alternative / Acoustic / Folk

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Members: Martin Purtill

Sounds Like: John Mayer, Jason Marz, Michael Bublé, Jonny Lang, Ben Harper

Bio: ". . . And the greatest of all of these is love."

A baby boy came howling into the world on the morning of April 28th, 1985, the product of two parents whose love crossed race and continents. That shock of air filling his lungs was his first song to the universe, and Martin Purtill has been ma... See Full Bio

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“A friend of Rosenfield is musician Martin Purtill, 26, who performed Saturday night. He has participated in shows to raise money for Rosenfield's nonprofit work. Purtill titles himself a singer and songwriter, and his inspiration comes from his father's side of the family, he said. His father never forced him into music as a kid, but Purtill became more interested in music on his own as he got older. He claims to get his vocal attributes from his grandmother. Purtill writes songs based on people, his life and what he goes through, he said. He also covers other artists' songs, such as "Heartless" by Kanye West, because it's fun to hear it done in a different way, he said. Purtill performs that song in particular acoustically. Rosenfield has always supported him, which is why Purtill wants to return the support. "It's all God music," Purtill said. "I always give respect to anybody and everybody that has the ability to step up on stage and sing one of their own songs.”

— Miguel Rocha, The Orion

“There's something about a single father that just seems to melt women. Maybe it has something to do with the pure devotion and love a man can show a beautiful child? Over on the opposite end of the spectrum, no one can draw in scores of ladies like a rockstar can. The talent, the voice (let's be real, it's the fame too). But what happens when you combine them? His name is Martín Purtill. ”

— Nick Houser, High School Spotlight

“This is my cousin, Martin Purtill (that's Mar-teen, not Mar-tin - just call him Teen). He is a musician. He has a gorgeous singing voice and mad skills as a guitarist and songwriter. The music that Teen and our cousin Josh Lippi played during my wedding ceremony is one of my favorite memories of the day - and there were a LOT of good memories to compete with. People still tell me they liked his version of "First Day of My Life" better than Bright Eyes' original. He's talented and fun and has a great big heart. So why not help send him on tour? Teen has partnered with Kickstarter to raise money for a tour beyond his current town of Sacramento, CA. Tours cost money, and - who knew? - musicians tend not to have buckets of that just sitting around. Teen's also got a beautiful little girl to help raise. So if you would like to toss an extra $1, $5, $10 or more into Teen's virtual guitar case, consider it money well spent. ”

— Corinne Purtill , The Purple Mango Post

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Jan 18, 2011
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Jan 5, 2011
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Mar 30

Whole Foods
Petaluma, CA, US | 12:00pm
Whole Foods
Petaluma, CA, US
Sat Mar 30 12:00pm
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Come join us for live music in front of Whole Foods! Yummy food, organic stuff and MUSIC
Fri
Mar 29

Aubergine
Sebastopol, CA, US | 4:30pm
Aubergine
Sebastopol, CA, US
Fri Mar 29 4:30pm
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Thu
Mar 28

SLO Down Pub
Arroyo Grande, CA, US | 6:30pm
SLO Down Pub
Arroyo Grande, CA, US
Thu Mar 28 6:30pm
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Songwriters At Play is held every Thursday 6:30-9:30pm at SLO Down Pub, 1200 E. Grand Ave. (at Brisco), Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, 805.481.4067, www.slodownpub.com. Each showcase includes one featured act and several other performers playing 4-song guest sets. No cover charge, but a tip bucket is passed during the featured artist's set. www.songwritersatplay.com
2012
Nov 10

Coffee Connection
Los Angeles, CA, US | 7:00pm
Coffee Connection
Los Angeles, CA, US
Sat Nov 10, 2012 7:00pm
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Another night of friends and music! Coffee Connection has a great back patio area where we all can hang, get coffee/tea and whatnot and listen to some good music! Going to be a great night, come out and chill with us.
2012
Nov 6

Kreuzberg, CA on Higuera
San Luis Obispo, CA, US | 6:30pm
Kreuzberg, CA on Higuera
San Luis Obispo, CA, US
Tue Nov 06, 2012 6:30pm
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Frownz
Hey, Great page! ..would be good if you could check out mine and the music video for my new single 'Up and Coming':http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNNCDaSYsYI ...Peace...
Chapa
Excellent work with On My Way Out. You are a strong writer and singer bro. Congrats and much respect.
DreamCatcher
Recommended. luv it!
Kerry Leigh
Perceptive compelling compositions and stellar performance! Take care -- Kerry.
Kristi Salas
"Grab my acoustic and I’ve got lessons down in Silver Lake, Then I’ll drive up the PCH as my favorite music plays..." Kristi Salas
Road Booking
Martin, How are you? You sound great! I was wondering if you were interested in playing an upcoming show I am holing at The Naked Lounge in Sacramento on Tuesday, Octob...