Trade Martin is a multi-faceted American musician, known for his work as a songwriter, producer, and singer. Notable for his role in shaping pop and rock music in the 1960s and 1970s, he has contributed to the success of various artists, including B.B. King and Eric Clapton. His style combines elements of pop, rock, and R&B, and he's known for his distinctive guitar playing. Martin's influential works include producing the Grammy-winning song, "After the Lovin," performed by Engelbert Humperdinck.