Martin Grech

The Profile

English singer-songwriter and musician. Debut album Open Heart Zoo (2002) brought him UK attention, including via a Lexus TV commercial; subsequent albums include Unholy (2005) and March of the Lonely (2007).

Born in 1983; noted for an emotive, rare falsetto; often compared to Tim Buckley and discussed alongside Radiohead’s influence; highlighted tracks include Open Heart Zoo and Notorious; critically praised yet underrecognized.

A single, strongly positive review spotlights Martin Grech’s debut Open Heart Zoo (2002), praising his rare, emotive voice and mature songwriting at age 19. It pushes back on Radiohead comparisons, arguing Grech adds substance to impeccable form. Standout mentions include the title track and Notorious, with emphasis on dreamlike, unsettling atmospheres.