Martin Harley

Martin Harley

A Bromley Blues Club production

Martin Harley is a British singer-songwriter and guitarist celebrated for his masterful slide guitar work and soulful blend of blues, roots, and Americana. Founder of the acclaimed Martin Harley Band, he has built a reputation for both his virtuosic musicianship and his inventive use of instruments such as the Weissenborn acoustic lap guitar, balalaika, and cajón.

Over the course of his career, Harley has released eight albums, recorded both in the UK and in the musical heartlands of Texas and Nashville. His sound is often described as warm, raw, and intimate, with The Guardian praising it as “spellbinding.” Whether performing solo or with his band, he delivers songs that balance heartfelt storytelling with intricate guitar arrangements.

Harley’s music draws on deep blues traditions while embracing contemporary folk influences, creating a style that feels timeless yet fresh. His live performances are renowned for their authenticity, humour, and connection with audiences, often weaving in tales from his travels and collaborations.

‘Harley offers the listener a masterclass in taste, style and roots blues’ , Guitarist Magazine

‘No doubt that he is a slide guitar master. He is the business‘, Roots Magazine

‘Spellbinding’ , The Guardian