Listen to Emily

Andrew Martinez is a Nashville-based folk/Americana artist whose journey into music is as unorthodox as it is inspiring. Originally from Jupiter, Florida, Andrew didn’t grow up strumming a guitar or writing songs. In fact, he spent his early years on the baseball field, playing at the collegiate level before ever considering a career in music. It wasn’t until after graduation that he felt a pull toward something different. With no prior experience, he moved to Nashville, bought his first guitar, and began teaching himself to play and write. That late start has become the heartbeat of Andrew’s artistry. His songs are grounded in simplicity and soul, centered on honest storytelling rather than flashy production. Influenced by acts like The Lumineers, Bon Iver, Caamp, Tyler Childers, and Jason Isbell, Andrew blends elements of folk, country, and singer-songwriter traditions into a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly raw. Andrew’s music often explores themes of freedom, nostalgia, heartbreak, and the lessons life teaches us along the way. Whether reminiscing about meaningful moments or unpacking emotional wounds, his songs are designed to connect with listeners and with life itself. Andrew is currently gearing up for a series of new releases recorded with Grammy-nominated producer Nick Autry and a group of Nashville’s top musicians, including several ACM award nominees.