"When I was 16, I had the vision that one day I would go to Los Angeles to pursue a career with my cello. In 1988, at 24 years old and armed with a music teaching diploma, I actually emigrated to L.A."

The great German Hollywood composer Hans Zimmer got in touch by phone while I was on tour with the band Air Supply in Australia. "This is Hans," he said into the answering machine. "Can we meet up sometime?" We met when I returned to L.A. I visited him and marveled at 'the gigantic studio.' Then he said the following: "I have no idea exactly what you do, but let's get started!" The collaboration turned out to be very fruitful. The sound of my electric cello can be heard in over 100 Hollywood films.

International Film Music Critics Award - Nominee: Best Original Score for a Horror/Thriller Film "The Ring Two" Shared with: Hans Zimmer and Henning Lohner

In 2006 and 2012, I performed with Sting and Hans Zimmer at the Academy Awards.

"Superhuman showcases Tillman as a composer who can blend a multitude of musical genres into an absorbing and transporting album, as well as a performer whose mesmerizing compositions serve as a means of exploration, connection, and celebration. The album is dedicated to his wife Eva, who was diagnosed with MS, aiming to bring her bravery and vitality to overcome this degenerative disease. Superhuman consists of 11 songs celebrating courage and love."

Outstanding Music and Sound Emmy nomination for the HBO Documentary “Cries from Syria”.

Eva had the most severe form of MS with a rapidly progressing progression of the disease. She suffered greatly and was already dependent on dependent on help day and night. Eva was the love of my life, I helped to care for her, looked after I also looked after her at night. She was an incredible woman, always looked always looked after me, was pleasantly direct and motivated me in my work. In April 2019 I had to let her go.

I'm Moritz Grossmann’s new brand ambassador. The press release states: "The independent luxury watch manufacturer Moritz Grossmann from Glashütte I/ SA is delighted to present the most frequently heard cellist and Swiss composer Martin Tillman exclusively as its new brand ambassador. With the TILLMAN ELECTRIC CELLO Watch, the Glashütte luxury watch brand, which is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, is honouring the virtuoso, musician and film music composer Martin Tillman.

The German Hans Zimmer, for many years the most sought-after composer in Hollywood, describes Martin Tillman's electric cello as his "secret weapon". You never know what sounds Martin will produce with this instrument. Now Martin Tillman is bringing his first live programme "Superhuman" to Zurich with a mix of rock'n'roll, electro dance music and classical music. The elaborately staged spectacle includes a high-calibre rock band, ten cellists, a percussionist, a soul singer and a light show. For me, "Superhuman" is a very special project. His wife Eva suffered from MS for many years: during the difficult time before Eva's death in spring 2019, the music that Martin Tillman composed for the album "Superhuman" was a sound world of joy and lightness and a counter-design to their shared suffering.

Experience the electrifying sounds of 'Superhuman' live in Los Angeles! Join us for an unforgettable evening as Tillman takes the stage, showcasing his unparalleled talent as both a composer and performer. Delve into a musical journey where genres collide, and emotions soar. This performance is a celebration of resilience and the human spirit. Don't miss your chance to witness this captivating concert.