Martin Garrix Announces Debut Pop Album MARTY Featuring U2 and Madonna

Dutch producer and DJ Martin Garrix announced on October 21, 2026, that he will release his debut pop album, titled MARTY, on March 5, 2027. Billboard, Spin, and The Express Tribune all reported that the project will feature collaborations with Madonna, U2, and Ed Sheeran. The album is scheduled to be released through STMPD Records and Darkroom Records. [1][2][3][4]

Billboard and Spin both reported that the upcoming album contains 14 tracks and features Garrix's own vocals as he moves in front of the microphone. Spin added that singer Aitana will appear on the record, while U2 frontman Bono served as a co-writer. Additional featured artists will be announced at a later date. [1][4]

Garrix confirmed the news during a Spotify show marking the start of the Amsterdam Dance Event on October 21, 2026. According to Billboard, he played a first listen of several new songs for top listeners at the event and stated that he still feels like he is just at the beginning of his career. Billboard and Rolling Stone noted that the release follows over a decade of activity since his song Animals was released. [1][5][6]