Though a literal translation of the instrument Tom plays, electric bass has become an analogy of the synergy experienced when a unit is ON. This is the electric bass Tom seeks. Tom has a theory that people are like musical notes. Each has their own frequency and there are limited frequencies. Putting those frequencies together creates a chord and each person affects the overall "tone" of the group. Though a rhythm person at heart, Tom thrives on harmony and the possibilities different people can create. Pursuing the possibilities is what Tom enjoys about making music.

Over the last 15 years Tom Martin's solid pocket, strong ears, and strong work ethic has earned his reputation as a premier bassist and first call sideman. Residing in Atlanta, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Boston, and (currently) New England, Tom has toured regionally and nationally as a member of a number of bands, freelancing for dozens of artists, and working with hundreds of musicians. Having at least 2,000 performances under his belt in bars, clubs, theaters, arenas, and festivals, to audiences as large as 25,000, Tom has worked with many different levels of production and has experience working in ensembles ranging from acoustic duos and power trios to bands with horn sections and ensembles with multiple bassists and drummers, performing in many styles such as blues, R&B, rock, country, folk/bluegrass, hip-hop, jazz, and metal.

Tom has performed with such Boston musicians as Tonecool artist "Monster" Mike Welch, Evan Goodrow, Rounder records artist Michelle Willson, and James Montgomery. He has also worked with touring bands such as Peter Prince and Moon Boot Lover, Spookie Daly Pride (Funzalo Records), and The Chad Hollister Band, opening for such artists as Bela Fleck and the Flecktones and The Derek Trucks Band.

Recently, Tom's solid foundation and strong harmonic support has given flight to The Chris Fitz Band's hard driving blues style. His syncopation and smooth groove helped bring the dancers in every week to cut a rug with Mr Nick and Friends and The Queen City Kings and Tom's work with the R&B outfit Rhythm Method has helped extend the band's ability to improvise and merge with the vibe of the room.

Additionally, he can be seen on occasion providing the thump for The Dirty Tricks and Jeremy Lyons.

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