Professional Bass Education and Bass Tracks by Award-Winning Bassist Troy James Martin
Do you need Bass Education? Please see the contact information at the bottom of each page to send Troy a message. He will contact you right away to schedule an appointment.
Do you need a professional, musical bass line for your song or project? Troy is ready to compose and record the electric bass part—fretted or fretless—that fits and elevates your song to first class. Please use the contact form or info below to let him know what you need and he will give you a timely quote.
“Troy Martin is a true professional. He is always prepared, on time, a wonderful background vocalist and fine bass soloist. In addition, I have recorded with Troy. He always places the song first and foremost and approaches the bass from the perspective of how best to support the song. I highly recommend Troy for any of your bass needs. He is versatile, dependable, a quick study and really fun to perform with!”
—Connie Brannock, singer/songwriter/bandleader
Little House of Funk, Mama Sings Jazz, Swingset
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“I have had the pleasure of performing and recording with Troy Martin for 8 years. Onstage he is a solid bassist with an uncanny ability to always find ‘the pocket’. In the studio he arrives prepared and brings creative elements to his parts that not only carry the rhythm but add texture to the melody and flow of the songs.”
—Eric Schaffer, singer/songwriter/guitarist,
Eric Schaffer and The Other Troublemakers
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“Troy is one of the top bassists I’ve worked with. A consummate musician with a positive professional attitude. He has great sense of time, plays with great feel, and can groove with the best. He also has a good singing voice. I highly recommend him for live performances and recording projects.”
—Mike Troupe, drummer/vocalist,
Mean Streets, The Railbirds, The Strait Country Band
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“In my experience working with Troy James Martin, he has been not only a very easygoing and friendly presence, but also sensitive to the nuance and dynamics in sound that my band creates. Both in studio and live on stage, his professionalism shines through and he always compliments our sound wonderfully.”
—Liz Cerepanya, singer/songwriter, Big Grin, The Long Wait
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“Troy Martin is a top notch first-call professional. Always prepared, well studied for the gig and all with a wonderful attitude. I have played many shows with Troy and have probably thrown more unexpected surprises at him than he encounters with other bands. Every curve ball was handled perfectly and met with a contagious sense of adventure. I would highly recommend Troy for any gig. He is a total pro and a joy to work with.”
—Loren Dircks, singer/songwriter/guitarist,
Gila Bend, The Other Troublemakers, Jim Howell Band
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“Troy James Martin is one of the most professional and talented bassists I have ever worked with. He can quickly learn and adapt to any style of music and playing. I especially appreciate his even-keeled demeanor and easygoing personality on any recording or live date that we do. It’s always a pleasure to work with Troy.”
—Bruce Halper, drummer/vocalist,
The Other Troublemakers, The Sand Rubies, Rainer & Das Combo
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“Troy James Martin is a top-flight, professional bass player and vocalist who will make your songs sparkle. I’ve worked with him on dozens of tracks, and he always comes up with great parts and performs them perfectly. If your goal is to produce high quality music, hire Troy.”
—Greg Loumeau, singer/songwriter
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“Troy is a solid bass player who understands how to play the perfect part to fit the song.”
—Jeffrey Anthony, drummer/composer/producer
A 2012 TAMMY Award Winner for Best Bassist, Troy James Martin grew up in the small town of Sierra Vista, Arizona, which had few bassists, so he was always musically in demand. He moved to Tucson immediately after high school and earned a bachelor’s degree in Radio/Television at the University of Arizona. Troy entered the Tucson music scene briefly in the 1980s, then full-time from 2006 to the present.
His bass heroes include Sir Paul, The Ox, Dee Murray, Peter Cetera, Chris Squire, Mike Rutherford, John Wetton and Tony Levin. Troy has been a broadcaster, actor, graphic designer, photographer and choir director. He has played with LeeAnne Savage, the Strait Country Band, Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers, Swingset, The Tangelos, The Blue Music, Episodes, Crystal Stark, The Tucson Pops Orchestra, Smallvox, The Minstrel’s Ghost, and the legendary country-metal band Gila Bend. He is currently bassist/vocalist for Max Parallax and Little House of Funk. Troy has recorded with Max Parallax (“No Time For Caution”), Big Grin, Eric Schaffer & The Other Troublemakers (“Crazy Road Trip”), Connie Brannock (“Lady On The Bus”), The Minstrel’s Ghost (“The Road To Avalon,” “Jack: A Different Tale”), Smallvox, The Tangelos, Todd Cutter, and Greg Loumeau.
Here are samples of some of Troy’s recorded work. Please don’t hesitate to contact him with details on your music project. He can supply your project with clean, professional bass tracks.
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You may make submissions to me using my SoundBetter page.
If you wish to contact me directly to begin a project, please reach me via the contact page below.
If you are a studio owner who prefers to record in your studio environment, I’m happy to work where you are. Just let me know what your preference is.
Once we agree on the terms and details of your project, you may send me an audio track of your current mix, including count-in and click track, as well as any notes, charts or notation for the project. I will then compose and record a bass line and send you a rough mix of the finished part for either your approval or notes for revision.
Two revisions are permitted for free after initial take, turnaround in 3 business days. Payment in full is required before delivery of final tracks. Timely response to communication and questions.
For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact me using the “Contact” form provided, or via email.