Jeffrey Martin - Build a Home (2012)

Build a Home is an early release by Portland-based songwriter Jeffrey Martin, laying the foundation for his reputation as a profound storyteller and master of "literary" folk. The album is rooted in classic Americana, focusing on acoustic guitar arrangements occasionally accentuated by violin and mandolin to create atmospheric depth.

At the core of the record lies its lyricism: Martin crafts detailed portraits of characters facing moral dilemmas, loneliness, and the search for belonging. The songs are characterized by introspection and honesty, eschewing unnecessary grandeur in favor of a direct dialogue with the listener. The title track and songs like "Thief and a Liar" are frequently highlighted by critics as examples of his ability to turn short musical sketches into fully realized dramatic stories.

Tracklist:
1-1 Jeffrey Martin;Jeffrey martin - Galveston [3:06]
1-2 Jeffrey Martin;Jeffrey martin - Thief and a Liar [4:25]
1-3 Jeffrey Martin;Jeffrey martin - The Same Place [3:38]
1-4 Jeffrey Martin;Jeffrey martin - The Whole World Through [4:29]
1-5 Jeffrey Martin;Jeffrey martin - Angeline [4:46]
1-6 Jeffrey Martin;Jeffrey martin - Build a Home [7:18]