Martin Al-Somery was born in Iraq. Started singing from a very young age, initially as a refugee in Syria, performing to an audience of 500 at a camp where his family was living.
Martin performed professionally in Iraq between 2003 – 2008, before migrating to Lebanon. Once in Beirut, Martin undertook studies at the Conservatorium there, Specialising in singing and the Oud. After his studies, he performed professionally in formal and non-formal events in Lebanon from 2008 – 2010, before migrating to Australia.
Martin is one of the most successful Middle Eastern performers in Australia, whose work has been celebrated and performed across the continent. His fame during the period of expansion in the Middle East and many countries is through social networking sites, and therefore among the highest of his works that he produces.