Martin Garrix Teases Long-awaited Debut After Star Collaborations

WHO:

Spin Magazine - Martin Garrix is the artist featured in the article.

Rolling Stone Music - Martin Garrix is the dance music star behind the album *MARTY*.

Rolling Stone Music - Madonna, U2, Ed Sheeran, and AITANA are named as collaborators.

WHAT:

Spin Magazine - Garrix is taking a step from behind the DJ booth to the microphone.

Rolling Stone Music - Garrix is set to release his debut album, titled *MARTY*.

Rolling Stone Music - The album is described as 13 years in the making.

Rolling Stone Music - The album involves help from Madonna, U2, Ed Sheeran, and AITANA.

WHEN:

Rolling Stone Music - *MARTY* is due out March 5, 2027.

HOW:

Spin Magazine - Garrix’s next step involves moving from the DJ booth to the microphone.

Rolling Stone Music - Garrix is trading his DJ booth for the microphone on *MARTY*.

(UPDATED October 21, 2026 16:18 UTC)

Dance music star Martin Garrix is stepping out from behind the DJ booth and taking the microphone for his debut album, *MARTY*. The project marks a major change in how listeners will hear the Dutch artist, best known for his work as a DJ and producer. Garrix has been developing the album for 13 years, and it brings together some high-profile collaborators. Madonna, U2, Ed Sheeran, and AITANA are among the artists involved. Their contributions join Garrix’s own move into a more direct, vocal role on the record. *MARTY* is scheduled for release on March 5, 2027. For Garrix, the album represents a long-awaited first full-length release and a chance to put his voice at the center of his music.