Matthew Graboski
Garrett Henritz
Ken Moore
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1) A British rifle fashioned in the late 1800's.
2) Progressive
rock band circa 2005-2007. Music of daft maneuvers and
harrowing intensity. Swirling, effects-laden post-acoustic/electric progressive contemporary rock anchored with a percussive bombardment, and a heavy/huge bottom end. Soaring male vocals, multiple time changes and lyrically obtuse pontifications abound.
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Martini Henry released similar material under two albums.
Airaid (2005) / End of the Beginning (2007)
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the gig
(7.11.08)
los angeles, ca
| the gig
(4.18.08)
los angeles, ca
| ned devines
(early 2008)
centreville, va
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"I wish I played guitar like Matt. Matt is such a fine player, maybe I should take lessons from him."
-Bert Lams (California Guitar Trio)
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"Interesting in the way a Hieronymous Bosch painting is interesting: fascinating in an examination sense. That said, these are genuinely skilled musicians. AIRAID is a record of excellently played folk/jazz."
-Origivation Magazine/June 2006/Vol. 5, Issue 5
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"Here we have a guitar-led trio from Maryland that employs a rock sensibility without succumbing to tired 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.' Matt 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 cacophonous crescendos and more 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 Issue 50, Summer/Fall 2006)
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"Airaid? Quite good! Great drummer indeed. Matt is a great player: combo of J. P. Graboski(OHO), Joe O'Sullivan (OHO/Blammo)and Fripp."
-Nuna (legendary 70's OHO bassist)
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"There's more muscle and dainty flesh on the bones of these tunes, and the vocals are evocative. Martini Henry are really beginning to have something--they're poised. Their decision to move to California seems well-timed for a wild ride. It's only conjecture and intuition, but there it is. The 1st song especially is sounding just great. The songs together are like Live, a more urgent David Bowie, and a harder Dave Matthews rolled into something that none of those have."
-Bennett Davis
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"Incredible, awesome, perfect mix--all the elements have been meticulously assembled into a coherent, integrated whole: the apex of the band's work so far. Individual performances are top notch: the tones, the sounds...the entirety. The rhythm section has executed its charge with aplomb! This music opens the listener up to what Joseph Campbell referred to as the "dimensions within the inner reaches of outer space." Cheers!"
-Jay Graboski
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"Martini Henry's debut album Airaid, is simply amazing. From the first track to the last, your sucked in by the melodic vocals and rythms, and then spit out by the furious percussion. Martini Henry's sound is ultimately unique, and their live performances are unbelievable...Yet again setting the standard for world domination. Deffinitly a must have for your collection!"
-Philthisjam
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"An amazing CD!!"
-Angela
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"'End of the Beginning' by Martini Henry is a well-crafted progressive/acoustic rock album filled with pleasant surprises from beginning to end! This album is stuffed with up-tempo energetic musical anthems. Moreover, the guitar and drum arrangements are very unique and innovative. This is perhaps demonstrated best in the title track, “Beginning of the End.” One thing that also stands out on this record is the remarkable vocals. Every track is graced with strong, beautifully toned vocals and melodic-arrangements. The production of “End of the Beginning” is impressive to say the least. It achieves the perfect balance between beautiful instrumentation and ear-grabbing vocals. We love the acoustic guitar licks on "God out of the Machine." This collection of songs is an enjoyable treat that lovers of acoustic rock/pop must hear!"
-Xavier P. and RadioIndy.com
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"There's plenty of muscle and dainty flesh on the bones for these tunes, and the vocals are more controlled, evocative (in the "just right" territory). Matt sounds downright Bowie-esque on "March to Darkness." Martini Henry are really beginning to have something--they're poised...! Their decision to go to California is probably well-timed for a wild ride. It's only conjecture and intuition, but there it is."
-Bennett Davis
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