Key Takeaways
- Dutch DJ Martin Garrix debuted his new collaboration with U2, 'Fireflies', during a performance at Tomorrowland in Belgium.
- U2 guitarist The Edge joined Garrix onstage to perform the track live for the first time.
- The song is now available to pre-save on Spotify and Apple Music.
Martin Garrix surprised fans with a special collaboration during his headlining set at Tomorrowland in Boom, Belgium. The Dutch DJ performed 'Fireflies', a new track co-created with U2, marking its live debut before its official release.
During the performance, U2 guitarist The Edge joined Garrix onstage to play guitar alongside Bono’s vocals, creating an electrifying moment for the audience. Garrix shared a clip of the performance on Instagram, writing, 'Fireflies with @u2 out soon.. premiered at @tomorrowland.'
This collaboration is not new; Garrix and U2 have previously worked together on 'We Are the People', which reached No. 12 on Billboard’s Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart in May 2021, and on several other tracks including 'Angels for Each Other' and 'Catherina'.
The upcoming single is now available to pre-save on major music platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music, allowing fans to secure their favorite songs ahead of the official release.
U2 recently released their new EP, 'Easter Lily', in April 2023, following the release of 'Days of Ash' in February. Their next studio album is set for later this year, with 'Street of Dreams' as its lead single produced by Jacknife Lee.
Garrix’s Instagram post provided a glimpse into the excitement surrounding the collaboration: 'Fireflies with @u2 out soon.. premiered at @tomorrowland.' The post garnered significant attention from fans and music enthusiasts alike.
The performance at Tomorrowland was part of Garrix's main stage headline set on De Schorre, marking the opening day of the festival. It showcased the unique blend of electronic dance music with rock elements, creating a memorable experience for attendees.
