Martin Tielli

Martin Tielli is a Canadian singer-songwriter. He was a member of the Rheostatics, and has also released material as a solo artist and with the side project Nick Buzz. As well, he has appeared as a guest musician on albums by Barenaked Ladies, Kevin Hearn, The Waltons, Jane Siberry, Ashley MacIsaac, Meryn Cadell and Mia Sheard. He is also a painter, and created most of the album covers for the Rheostatics.

Martin Tielli
Martin Tielli performing with the Rheostatics at Massey Hall in Toronto, Ontario, 2007
Background information
BornItaly
OriginEtobicoke, Ontario, Canada
GenresIndie rock, classical
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, producer, visual artist, actor
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, tenor guitar, keyboards, bass guitar, banjo, mandolin, accordion, percussion
Years active1981  present
LabelsSix Shooter
WebsiteMartinTielli.ca

Tielli's siblings include brothers Doug Tielli and John Tielli and sister Sara Tielli. The brothers were members of the band People From Earth. Martin co-produced People From Earth's 1997 album, Luvskull, with the band and Don Kerr.

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