Marshmello

Christopher Comstock, known professionally as Marshmello, was born on May 19, 1992, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He gained recognition in early 2015 by publishing remixes online and quickly garnered support from established musicians like Skrillex. His debut studio album, “Joytime,” released in January 2016 through his own label, Joytime Collective, featured the commercial single “Keep It Mello” and reached number five on Billboard’s Dance/Electronic Songs chart. Later that year, his single “Alone,” released via Monstercat, became his first song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 60, and received quintuple platinum certification from the RIAA.

Marshmello’s career progressed with collaborations that achieved significant commercial success. In 2017, he partnered with Khalid for “Silence,” which received platinum or multi-platinum certifications in eight countries and topped dance charts globally. This was followed by “Wolves” with Selena Gomez, which reached the top 10 in over 20 countries and was certified multi-platinum. The year 2018 saw the release of “Friends” with Anne-Marie, another collaboration that charted highly, and his second studio album, “Joytime II.” The album, while critically noted for its consistent style, solidified his position in the electronic music scene. His collaboration with Bastille, “Happier,” released in August 2018, became his highest-charting song on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching number two and spending a record 69 weeks at the top of the Dance/Electronic Songs chart. In 2019, Marshmello was listed second on Forbes’ list of highest-paid DJs, earning 40 million USD.

Continuing his trajectory, Marshmello engaged with diverse projects and continued to release successful music. In 2019, he collaborated with the video game Fortnite Battle Royale for an in-game concert, which drew over 10 million players. His third album, “Joytime III,” featured collaborations with artists such as A Day to Remember. In 2020, he contributed to Juice WRLD’s posthumous album “Legends Never Die,” with tracks like “Come & Go” matching “Happier” as his highest-charting songs. His fourth album, “Shockwave,” released in 2021, earned him his first Grammy nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album. In 2023, he released his fifth album, “Sugar Papi,” his debut Latin album, showcasing his versatility. Beyond music, Marshmello has explored other ventures, including YouTube series for gaming and cooking, and has engaged in philanthropic activities, such as donating to the KIND Foundation after winning a charity tournament.