Steve Martin is a revered American entertainer whose talents span across comedy, acting, and music, with a particularly deep root in bluegrass. Despite being widely recognized for his comedic work and film appearances, Martin has also carved out a significant niche in the music world, focusing primarily on his banjo-playing skills. His musical journey has seen a series of successful collaborations and solo projects that have not only showcased his instrumental prowess but also his songwriting capacity.

His musical releases took on a new level of acclaim with the 2009 album "The Crow: New Songs for the Five-String Banjo," which won the Grammy Award for Best Bluegrass Album. Following this triumph, Martin continued to collaborate with notable artists, including Edie Brickell, with whom he released "Love Has Come For You" in 2013—a blend of his banjo play with Brickell's poignant vocals, resulting in another Grammy win. The album's title track earned the duo a Grammy for Best American Roots Song. Martin's partnership with the Steep Canyon Rangers has also been prolific, leading to joint tours and albums such as "Rare Bird Alert" and the live album recorded at the Fox Performing Arts Center. His foray into musical theater with "Bright Star," co-written with Edie Brickell, further reflects his versatile artistry, adding a Tony-nominated Broadway soundtrack to his discography. Steve Martin remains an iconic figure whose work transcends the boundaries between different artistic disciplines, cementing his legacy both as a comedian and as a respected musician.

Genres

Clean Comedy

Comic

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Latest Release

Wall Guitar (Since You Said Goodbye)

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Steve Martin

Single - Released November 11, 2024