Martin X. Petz

Martin X. Petz writes simple songs about complex things like love, heartbreak, and the challenges of the spirit. His phrases connect listeners to moments and emotions. His melodies hook and reel you in. You sing along even though you've never heard the tune before. Martin writes from an intimate personal perspective, capturing experiences that color our lives.

A life long singer/songwriter, Martin feels called to share the story telling gifts God has given him. For most of his life, starting at an early age, he has been writing and sharing music with others in small groups and through limited recording releases. Martin was born and raised in the Detroit area along the shores of Lake St. Clair in Michigan. He has experienced many challenges of faith, family and life. Through these experiences he crafts his stories and melodies. He is married and the father of three grown children.

Martin has been blessed with an extensive catalog of songs that share so many of life's stories and experiences. His newest recordings represent just a sampling of his work. Martin has kept his chops exercised by playing for local prayer groups and he is often called upon to provide worship and song for regional religious events.