Official Single Cover Too Bad, So Sad (Radio Edit) — The Lead Single from Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension Release Date: July 11, 2025 “Too Bad, So Sad (Radio Edit)” out today, isn’t just a song—it’s a reckoning. It’s the emotional ignition for Martone’s upcoming studio album, Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension. This is more […]
Too Bad, So Sad (Radio Edit): New Music Friday May 16, 2025 Read More »
#3 ofnAmazon’s African Poetry Books Martone Celebrates Best-Selling Book Amidst Challenges, Shares Commitment to Empowerment and Artistic IntegrityDate: April 14, 2025Location: Detroit, MI Martone, renowned musician and author, proudly announces that their book Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone achieved #3 Best Seller status on Amazon on April 12, 2025—marking a major milestone in
#3 Best Seller Amazon African Poetry Books I am beyond thrilled and completely over the moon right now! This came as a total surprise — Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone has climbed to #3 on Amazon’s Best Sellers list in LGBTQ+ Erotica! This moment is surreal and deeply meaningful to me. I poured my
Over the Moon! “Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone” Hits #3 on Amazon! Read More »
The touch, before the sound. The written revolution. Martone – The Written Revolution Begins in Sensual Poetry Before the music, there is movement.Before the beat drops, a breath is held.Before I give you sound, I give you sensation. Let me introduce myself the only way that matters—through the heat of my words. Not the Martone
The Touch Before the Sound Read More »
April 2, 2025, Detroit, MI – Award-winning independent artist, television, radio personality, and author Martone is exposing TuneCore and EIN Presswire for their lack of transparency, poor business practices, and apparent attempts to suppress independent voices. As he gears up for major releases—including Phoenix Rising: The Emperor’s Ascension (July 11, 2025), Too Bad, So Sad
Click the image to read the backstory For years, I have worked in television, radio, and the music industry, honing my ability to craft and deliver compelling stories. Alongside talented professionals, I have written and distributed press releases that effectively engage media outlets. So when I recently submitted a fact-based press release about TuneCore’s ongoing
5 Ways TuneCore & EIN Presswire Are Silencing Independent Artists Read More »
Pattern of inefficiency has caused unnecessary setbacks and has made it difficult to maintain a smooth release schedule. As an independent artist, selecting the right distributor is critical to ensuring my music reaches the audience it deserves. After switching from Label Worx to TuneCore in the last nine months, I was hopeful for a smoother
TuneCore’s Failures: An Independent Artist’s Struggle Read More »
I stand in solidarity with those boycotting Amazon in response to its decision to roll back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. These initiatives were meant to create opportunities for underrepresented communities, and their removal is a step backward. While my book, Deep & Raw: The Erotica of Martone, will remain on Amazon to support
Reasons Why Amazon’s DEI Rollback Matters – And Why I’m Taking a Stand Read More »
No Actually Black People Are Not Racists Book August 25, 2025 New Book Examines Race, Power, and the Myth of Reverse Racism – Available August 20, 2025 Acclaimed recording artist, author, and cultural commentator Martone is set to ignite crucial conversations on race with his upcoming book, No: Actually, Black People Are Not Racists and Never Can
No: Actually, Black People Are Not Racists Read More »
Toxic masculinity isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a reality that plays out in everyday conversations, often in the most unnecessary ways. Whether it’s an unprompted declaration of heterosexuality, an overreaction to a harmless discussion, or a defensive posture that makes zero sense, fragile masculinity is everywhere. Let’s break down a real-life encounter and dissect the psychology
3 Ways Fragile Masculinity Shows Up In Everyday Life Read More »
English