France began performing at the age of twelve with singers in Working Men’s clubs and organ trios in Manchester, England. After moving to London in 1983, he began his recording career for ECM. He has been active for many years as a studio musician in London, performing on recording sessions for European and American films and television. He is involved in composing music for KPM/EMI in London which has been used for worldwide TV and commercial broadcast.

Martin France (born 1964) is an English drummer. He has recorded on over 100 albums and has taught at the Royal Academy of Music in London.