Martie Faye

Cited as a mix between “Vanessa Carlton, Ariana Grande, and Florence + the Machine,” Martie Faye is a matchstick about to spark.

Never Here is her third single and it sounds amazing. I really like the dynamic melodies. Besides, the soaring vocals are captivating. Furthermore, I am also a big fan of the powerful chorus!

On the single, Martie says: ”Sometimes, emotions bubble up inside you and they’re messy and you’re not sure what to make of them. In these moments, I spill them out and paint a picture. This song kind of fell into my lap; I wrote it on ukulele in a hotel room and it took about 30 minutes.”

You can say without any doubt that Martie has made something unique, Never Here has all the elements of a modern gem. Be sure to stream it as soon as possible! - LeFutureWave

‘Never Here’ is the new single by Filipino born but New England raised Martie Faye.

It’s a sad pop synth based tune full of doubt and with more than a hint of melancholy. Faye’s pretty but downbeat vocals combine perfectly with the music and despite the somber mood makes for a very catchy and enjoyable tune.

‘Never Here’ is the third single release by Faye. Be sure to check out her previous two releases on Spotify. - Indie Midlands

Martie Faye is an artist from Los Angeles who recently released an EP entitled Reaching out for a Lullaby. The young artist fits into the arena of pop and shows some promising talent with this release.

The first song is entitled “Monet (Masterpieces in the Dark)” and revolves around piano, orchestral strings and drums. At the center of the song are her vocals. She does have a nice sounding voice which sounds tailored to pop. When she nails it she nails it. That being said a couple of lyrics it seemed to me like she wasn't landing in the center of the note.

“Hands” is up next and contains some piano and vocals. This song is stripped back and revolves around piano and vocals. The vocals sound near perfect on this track. There isn’t really much variation with the piano playing other major and minor chords.

“Angel” is strummed on acoustic guitar. It’s another simple song revolving around a couple chords where the vocals are clearly the focal point. “”Lullabies”” contains the same piano pattern as “Hands.” The vocals are catchy and well-delivered.

I’ve been working in the music business for twenty plus years and this is one of the more clear cases of a young talent who needs to find the right producer to combine forces with. It would be a producer who knows about production, engineering songwriting, etc but most importantly someone who can bring forth the talent she Faye has brewing.

It may take some time and effort for her to find a producer but I promise if she finds someone who understands what she is trying to achieve it will be a game changer.

​Overall, This is a young, aspiring musician showcasing that she has a good amount of potential. I have a feeling this is the first phase of her journey and look forward to where she goes from here. - Divide and Conquer Magazine

The first time we heard from ​from Martie Faye was a couple years ago when she released Reaching out for a Lullaby. Faye is back with a new released entitled A Song for Every Season. The EP contains five songs and Faye mentions “This EP as a whole encapsulates the seasons we transition through in life, with each song touching upon both a literal season and a metaphorical one.”

The EP begins with “Fountain” which begins with a somber and pensive tone with some atmosphere but soon picks up some momentum with the drums. It’s a sparse song with piano and drums letting the vocals be very clear. The vocals are at the center of the song and there are some really well implemented vocal harmonies that appear. Some subtle bass is added to the mix but for the most part it’s a simple song which I thought worked as an opener.

A more upbeat energy comes together on “Everywhere.” The drums have a tribal quality which combines with a full sounding organ. Similar to the previous song the vocals shine. Faye showcases some dynamic range on this song. It’s a pop oriented chorus where Faye sings “I just wanna get lost with you / I can’t help it, love the way your mind moves.”

“Say It Back?” was a highlight to my ears. It was the first song where the instrumental aspects really sparkle. There’s some exceptional guitar work, a standup bass and drums. I also loved how the song gained more momentum as it progressed. Faye seems very relaxed in a good way when it comes to the vocal delivery. In my opinion this was a single worthy song.

“Heart of Gold” was an interesting one. It felt like the most cinematic song. The song is cinematic with pads and what sounds like electric piano. It’s another solid vocal performance. “Spring Reprieve (Shenandoah)” a traditional American folksong was a cappella and also quite beautiful. Faye sings “a song for every season / oh my soul, is gladly healing from the pain, / oh through the rain / comes a brand new season” to close the album and ties together the themes of the EP.

​Faye is certainly improving in my opinion. It’s always a pleasure to hear an artist come into their own. Take a listen. - Pitch Perfect