Martin Garrix “Smile” has dropped the full version of his latest contender for the song of the Summer with the release of “Smile,”. It’s an indie meets pop/dance single featuring the vocals of Carolina Liar, also known for his role in The Federal Empire.
The track made its grand debut during Garrix’s four sold-out shows at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, where Carolina Liar joined him on stage for three unforgettable live performances. It then landed on social media as a 30 second teaser on Instagram, before the announcement of a full track release.
Martin Garrix: Creating the Summer Anthem “Smile”
Released today, July 19th, “Smile” pairs Garrix’s signature upbeat production with Carolina Liar’s emotive vocals, creating a summer anthem that’s both uplifting and infectious.
The song’s creation process was as adventurous as its sound, with Carolina Liar sharing that the journey involved recording at a legendary Sunset Strip studio, a road trip from Hollywood to Vegas, and a memorable mishap with a vintage car that left the film crew stranded in the desert.
Carolina Liar: Behind the Scenes of “Smile” with Martin Garrix
“‘Smile’ is the only way I can describe my emotions when I think about the creation of this song,” Carolina Liar reflected. “I got my band name, Carolina Liar, because no one would believe where my life takes me, and this is one of those moments. Within 72 hours, we recorded the song, shot the music video, and finished the adventure with Martin sitting in with Zedd at Omnia. Honestly, we could have made a movie out of all the adventures in those three days. I can’t listen to the song without smiling from the memories surrounding its creation!”
With its uplifting melodies and feel-good lyrics, “Smile” sets sights to become a staple in summer playlists.
The song’s message, centered around doing “anything to make you smile,” offers plenty of room for personal interpretation, resonating deeply with listeners.
Garrix and Carolina Liar’s Successful Collaborations
This release marks another successful collaboration between Garrix and Carolina Liar, following their previous team-up on “Hold On & Believe.”
The official music video, set to release in a few days, features both artists in a narrative that sees them hitchhiking to make it to their Las Vegas performance on time, capturing the spontaneous and joyful spirit of the song.
Martin Garrix’s STMPD RCRDS at Amsterdam Dance Event
In other exciting news, Martin Garrix’s STMPD RCRDS recently unveiled the full lineup for its label showcase event during Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) this fall.
The Dutch chart-topper’s big room and progressive house label will bring 15 talented acts from the STMPD RCRDS family to AFAS Live on Thursday, October 17, including elusive performance aliases, high-powered back-to-backs, and special guests.
Garrix will open the night at 10 PM with a special performance billed under his deep tech alias Ytram.The night promises a B2B bonanza with performances from DubVision B2B Matisse & Sadko, Justin Mylo B2B Mesto, and more. Tickets for STMPD RCRDS’ 2024 ADE Label Night are now available.
Anticipation for “Smile” and New IDs
As fans revel in the release of “Smile,” there’s an air of excitement and curiosity. How many more IDs will the global chart-topping DJ release this year?
The buzz around the track is evident. It’s clear that both Garrix and Carolina Liar struck a chord with their fans. They’ve delivered a song that embodies the joy and energy of summer.
“Smile” evokes vibrant summer vibes, feel good melodies, and a friendly reassuring vocal reminiscent of those shared between friends.
Listen to Martin Garrix and Carolina Liar’s new single, “Smile,” and get ready to add it to your summer soundtrack.
