Born and raised in the Montrose area of Houston, TX, Ed Martinson is the drummer and musical foundation of 2nd Wind. Growing up in a musical household, Ed's earliest influence was classical music. Early experiments with piano lessons failed to inspire him, but his life was changed forever when he saw The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan show.

He lobbied his parents for drums, and it paid off when he got his first set at age 16. By the age of 19, he was working regularly with Houston-area bands. Citing legendary rock drummers Charlie Watts, John Bonham and Joey Kramer has primary influences, "Big" Ed refined his style on stage with a succession of local bands including Finz, which opened for early '80s standouts the Busboys.

Remaining faithful to his earliest influences, "Big" Ed brings a Ringo-style rock steady approach to his work -- a perfect musical fit for 2nd Wind.