nuOct 21, 2026, 10:21

Martin Garrix releases first pop album: 'Feels like I'm just getting started'

Dutch DJ Martin Garrix has announced his debut pop album, MARTY, which features him singing for the first time with support from U2's Bono. The project reflects on his life in the spotlight and will be celebrated with an exclusive event in Amsterdam.

Dutch DJ Martin Garrix has announced his first-ever pop album, titled MARTY, during the Amsterdam Dance Event. The project, which features fourteen tracks selected from over four hundred recorded songs, explores his personal journey of growing up in the spotlight and the complexities of fame. Notably, the album marks a significant creative shift for Garrix, as he provides his own vocals for the first time with guidance from U2 frontman Bono, who also contributed to the songwriting process. The album title serves as a nostalgic nod to his childhood stage name, DJ Marty. To celebrate the announcement, Garrix performed several unreleased tracks during an exclusive event for Spotify listeners in Amsterdam. Born Martijn Garritsen, the artist rose to international fame at fifteen and has since become a prominent figure in the electronic music scene with global hits such as Animals and In the name of love.

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