Frederick Alfred Martin (December 9, 1906 – September 30, 1983) was an American bandleader and tenor saxophonist. He was known for leading a sweet-style dance band and was often associated with the smoother, more melodic sound popular in hotel and ballroom settings during the big band era. Martin was nicknamed "Mr. Silvertone" by fellow saxophonist Johnny Hodges. His playing was admired by several notable musicians, including Chu Berry, who cited him as a favourite saxophonist, and Eddie Miller, among others. Read more on Last.fm