About
Vince Martin is one of the most accomplished and versatile vocalist/guitarists and entertainers in the business. Often described as St. Louis' best-kept secret, Vince possesses the vocal richness of George Benson, Al Jarreau, and Elvis Presley, combined with the instrumental mastery of Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, and Albert King.
From the young age of 10, Vince immersed himself in the world of music. He sang doo-wop, harmonized, and played guitar, drums, bass, and trumpet. By age 15, he was performing with the legendary Albert King Blues Band and collaborating with jazz virtuoso David Hines in ensembles that earned him recognition in DownBeat Magazine—an extraordinary achievement for such a young musician in a pre-Internet era.
Over the years, Vince has shared stages with an extraordinary lineup of musical legends. He has opened for maestro Barry White, Gladys Knight and the Pips, War, Curtis Mayfield, Jane L. Powell, saxophonist Grover Washington Jr., Kiss, George Clinton & Parliament-Funkadelic, vibraharpist Gerry Burton, the Allman Brothers Band, the J. Geils Band, Carly Simon, Don and Alecia Cunningham, Theo Peoples of the Four Tops, Howlin' Wolf, and Ike & Tina Turner. Additionally, Vince performed with The Smith Connection at the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, sharing the stage with The Stylistics and the trio First Choice.
Vince’s repertoire spans all genres of music, reflecting his philosophy that great music transcends boundaries and belongs to everyone. He sees music as a divine discipline, a universal language with the power to unravel life’s mysteries—an ideal he has steadfastly believed in and championed throughout his career.
Today, Vince continues to leave his mark on the world of music with his distinctive vocal stylings, remarkable instrumental prowess, and dynamic stage presence. After touring extensively with national artists and performing at premier resorts and cruise ships worldwide, Vince is now available to bring his exceptional talent to your event, offering a truly unforgettable entertainment experience.
