Biography

Daytime Emmy Winner, Paul Marturano, plays over 150 live Piano Rock shows a year. He has appeared on TV shows such as Access Hollywood and American Idol. Paul Marturano is an American singer-songwriter who gained prominence in pop culture history with his appearance on the television show American Idol on January 15, 2008. During the show, Marturano performed the ultimate practical joke in the form of an original song that humorously revolved around Paula Abdul, captivating the attention of 33 million viewers. This unique moment propelled him into the limelight, resulting in an influx of press coverage and a significant leap forward in his music career, eventually establishing him as an international celebrity.

Marturano's presence has been prominently featured in numerous prestigious publications, including The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Washington Post, US Weekly, Rollingstone, People, and Mtv, among others. His music and story have resonated on a global scale, with over 1000 radio programs, television shows, and websites showcasing his unique journey.

Over the years he has performed on stage with artists such as Les Paul, Eric Bazillian of the Hooters, and Rock n Roll Hall of Famer Vini Lopez of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band to name a few.

Marturano boasts an impressive discography with 52 songs available on various streaming platforms. His Spotify streams are steadily approaching a remarkable one million, serving as a testament to the widespread appeal of his music. Marturano's rise to fame has painted him as the American Idol reject that American Idol itself missed out on, solidifying his status as a truly unique and compelling figure in the contemporary music landscape.
- IMDb mini biography by: Paul Marturano