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Martini Henry

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"Press"

"I wish I played guitar like Matt." -Bert Lams, California Guitar Trio
- graboski


"Review"

"Matt shows plenty of moxy on this enhanced solo debut disc, containing two cool video tracks aside from 14 songs performed both live and in the studio. What I like most about Matt's style is his aggressive vocal delivery and lushly nimble acoustic guitar work. Nowhere is this showcased better than on 'Banjo Song,' three versions of which are included here--studio, live, and live video. There's also a sprawling live version of "Law' which, at nearly 10 minutes, shows what he can do in a group context. This is, by and large, breezy, peppy stuff and occasionally downright incendiary--check out the buildup to dad Jay's positively sizzling electric guitar lead on 'Roman Gladiator Theme Music.' -John Collinge, editor, Progression Magazine, Issue # 44, Fall '03-Winter '04
- Progression Magazine


"UMBC Retriever"

"Excellent stuff! As melodic as Dylan and as aggressive as DiFranco."
-Tracy Williams, UMBC Retriever Weekly - Tracey Williams


"Music Monthly"

"With his new album, 'Drag of the Mask,' acoustic guitar wizard Matt Graboski validates his musical chops and proves himself to be a competent songwriter. It appears that the apple doesn't fall too far from the tree. Matt has decided to follow in his father's footsteps and focus on the area of progressive rock and is showing he can make an impact on the genre with his acoustic guitar-driven sound--a sound that allows him to stand apart from other artists in the field. One listen and it is clear that Graboski knows his way around a guitar. While his voice, songwriting, and the supporting musicians are all good, his dexterity on guitar is the focal point of the album. Graboski's talent is best displayed on the title track and the epic 'Stand Under the Water in the Crest Depth.' Any fan of progressive rock or superb guitar work should enjoy this album."
-Greg Yost, Music Monthly (December 2003)

- Greg Yost


"End of the begining"

"'End of the Beginning' is a definite standout. Like on all of the tracks on this CD, the musicianship is exquisite. There is so much movement, feeling, and dynamics in the playing. Bill Pratt's recording of Matt's material is excellent and the music has great hooks and is generally very radio friendly." -Bryan Klausing, PoetMan Records, USA
- PoetMan Records USA


"Airaid review"

14 out of a possible 16 stars
Sound: 3 stars
Composition: 3 stars
Musicianship: 4 stars
Performance 4 stars
Total: 14 stars

"Here we have a guitar-led trio from Maryland that employs a very common rock sensibility, without succumbing to tired, old musical cliches.

"Matt Graboski leads the pack on guitar and vocals, and right out of the gate he bursts through with the ironically titled 'End of the Beginning.' He is a highly expressive and melodic singer and sets the pace with this tune that remains strong throughout. Graboski's blending of acoustic and electric guitars is masterful as well, lending each composition a very natural, organic feel. Drummer Garrett Henritz and bassist Chris Cavey provide great groove and lock in tightly with every move Graboski makes.

"This band has a sound that is bright and funky, but also has a knack for both sophisticated crescendos and subtle meditative interludes.

"Martini Henry is a sophisticated rock act that writes great songs and hooks, offering them up in a refreshing alternative package." --Eric Harabadian

- Progression Magazine


Discography

Matt Graboski " Drag of the mask" (2003)

www.cdbaby.com/cd/graboski

Martini Henry "Airaid" (2005)

www.myspace.com/martinihenry

www.martini-henry.com

first offical web presence.

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Feeling a bit camera shy

Bio

Martini Henry is a progressive rock trio spawned in Baltimore, MD. Starting around June 2005, the band consists of Garrett Henritz (bombastic pontificator) Ken Moore (necromancer) and Matt Graboski (barbarian destroyer).

After attempting to share with the middle east coast their acoustic, electric, effected, atmosphereic rock music, the band has since moved to LA to take on the beast directly.

With influences ranging from Dave Matthews, The Mars Volta, Primus, Tool, to Pearl Jam, Martini Henry's musicianship is quite the spectacle. From studio to the stage, every angle is covered, no stone left unturned, and no face left unrocked.