marty hill

Marty Hill, co-founder of Preacher Stone, established a career as a guitarist and songwriter, performing for audiences globally with his southern rock band. After co-founding Preacher Stone with vocalist and songwriter Ronnie Riddle in Charlotte, North Carolina in 2008, Marty Hill quickly established a distinguished career as a guitarist and songwriter known for his signature lead and slide guitar work. The collaboration led to the release of five albums, beginning with their self-titled debut, ‘Preacher Stone,’ in August 2009. The band gained international exposure and notoriety when their song ‘Not Today’ was featured on the Fox Network’s hit series ‘Sons of Anarchy’ during both its third and fifth seasons.

Further showcasing their longevity and appeal, Hill performed on the Rock Legends Cruise with Deep Purple and Styx in 2022, and completed an East/UK Tour in 2023. In 2024, Marty Hill released the band’s fifth album, ‘Preacher Stone V,’ accompanied by extensive touring schedules across the UK and the US. Hill’s career, spanning over four decades, solidified his reputation as a respected figure in the southern rock genre, leaving behind a legacy of impactful music and collaborations. Marty Hill passed away on April 23, 2024.