Country artist Bryan Martin is speaking out after a troubling incident at one of his shows in New York, where deputies said he had to be removed from the stage.
The Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Facebook that Martin, 37, was taken off stage during his performance on Friday at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds.
According to authorities, the singer ‘displayed signs of intoxication and erratic behavior’ and initially resisted officers before being escorted out.
‘Due to his impaired state, he became resistant and had to be forcibly escorted out,’ the RCSO explained in a statement. ‘At first, what appeared to be an act of aggression understandably caused concern among fans and event organizers.
However, in the hours following the incident, Mr. Martin acknowledged that he is struggling with alcoholism. This admission shifts the perspective from one of conflict to one of compassion.’
Clips shared on social media captured the moment Martin began shouting onstage before officers approached and eventually carried him away.
Country artist Bryan Martin is speaking out after a troubling incident at one of his shows in New York, where deputies said he had to be removed from the stage
The following day, Martin addressed the situation in a vulnerable Instagram post, admitting he has been wrestling with his mental health and alcohol use.
‘Sorry I let y’all down tonight … truth is I’m not ok … been hitting it hard for a while and haven’t took time to be honest with myself about my mental health,’ he wrote. ‘I miss my babies and my family … but lately I’ve learned I let my fragile mind override my heart at times and tonight it got the best of me.’
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He continued, ‘I apologize for the bad days … but I’m grateful for the countless good nights we’ve shared this year. It’s been the most consistent streak I’ve seen in years.’
Martin went on to pledge that he would take a step back and focus on recovery.
‘I’m not ever proud when I reach for another drink,’ he admitted. ‘Hope y’all can find it in you to forgive me and hope I can be a better version of myself. I’m going to slow down, get back to writing songs and getting the help I need.’
Sheriff Kyle Bourgault also issued a statement, noting that deputies handled the matter calmly and without injury.
‘Our deputies handled the situation professionally and without injury to anyone involved. But the larger issue is not the resistance we encountered — it is the battle Mr. Martin himself is facing,’ Bourgault said.
Bourgault continued: ‘My hope is that Mr. Martin receives the resources and support he needs to overcome this struggle and continue to share his gift of music with fans in a healthier way.’
The Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Martin, 37, was taken off stage during his performance on Friday at the Schaghticoke Fairgrounds
According to authorities, the singer ‘displayed signs of intoxication and erratic behavior’ and initially resisted officers before being escorted out (pictured in June 2025)
On Sunday, Martin shared a screenshot of an article, which featured a photo of him being carried in the arms of law enforcement.
‘Well not the highlight of my life.. and not the best angle.. but momma we made it on @whiskeyriff,’ he wrote. ‘Apologies to the fans… f**k the trolls.. and respect for The Sheriffs office I appreciate yall getting me out of my own way.. and honestly I’m thankful for the support and understanding.’
Martin went on to admit he doesn’t ‘remember a d**n things’ from the night because he ‘got too d**n faded.’
The We Ride hitmaker is best known for being an outlaw country music artist who writes and performs songs about his real-life blue-collar experiences.
He previously worked on an oil rig and has been open about his experiences struggling with addiction.
In 2024, he performed at Stagecoach, the world’s largest country music festival, which attracts over 75,000 to 80,000 attendees per day.
The We Ride hitmaker is best known for being an outlaw country music artist who writes and performs songs about his real-life blue-collar experiences; seen in 2023
In his official bio, Martin talks about growing up poor and troubled in Louisiana.
‘Martin found himself giving in to temptations such as drugs and alcohol, resulting in the decision to drop out of high school and clean up his life in the military.
‘But soon, he was sent home – and the feeling of failure led Martin to ultimately attempt suicide.
‘I took 30 Percocet and misfired a 357 when I was 19 years old. My first song came from a suicide note,’ he recalled.
Martin’s debut album, If It Was Easy, which was released in 2019, talked about his struggle with opiate addiction and mental health and growing up in an oil field family.
‘I just think that if I go hide my scars and I go putting a mask on myself or who I am, I’m doing exactly what I never wanted to do.
‘I wear the scars, and I’m learning to wear it better. The reason why I don’t hide anything is because there’s too many people that need to know that there is no difference between me and them.’