Christopher Comstock, known professionally as Marshmello, is an American electronic music producer and DJ born on May 19, 1992, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is recognized for his signature marshmallow-like helmet that he wears during public appearances to maintain his anonymity. His identity was a subject of speculation until Forbes confirmed he was Chris Comstock in 2017. Marshmello’s musical style is characterized as groove-oriented, synth, and bass-heavy electronic dance music.
Career Beginnings
Marshmello's career took off in 2015 when he started posting his original songs and remixes on SoundCloud. He gained initial recognition by remixing tracks for artists like Zedd and Jack Ü. His work quickly garnered support from established artists, notably Skrillex, who reposted Marshmello's track "Find Me" on his own SoundCloud page. This support helped him secure performances at major festivals such as the HARD Day of the Dead festival and Miami Music Week. His debut studio album, "Joytime," was released in 2016, and the single "Alone" from the album became a platinum-certified hit, charting on the Billboard Hot 100.
Rise to Fame and Collaborations
Marshmello's popularity soared with a series of successful collaborations. His 2017 single "Silence" with Khalid achieved multi-platinum status in several countries. He followed this with "Wolves," a collaboration with Selena Gomez, and "Friends" with Anne-Marie, both of which were commercially successful. One of his most significant hits, "Happier," a collaboration with Bastille, peaked at number two on the Billboard Hot 100. He has also worked with a diverse range of artists including Juice WRLD, Halsey, Kane Brown, and the Jonas Brothers.
Achievements and Ventures
Throughout his career, Marshmello has received numerous accolades. In 2019, Forbes ranked him as the second highest-paid DJ in the world. His 2021 album, "Shockwave," earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album. Beyond music, Marshmello has ventured into other areas. He is known for his love of gaming and has had an in-game concert and a character in "Fortnite." He also hosts a cooking show on YouTube called "Cooking With Marshmello" and has released his own brand of chocolate-filled marshmallows.
Discography Highlights
Studio Albums:
- Joytime (2016)
- Joytime II (2018)
- Joytime III (2019)
- Shockwave (2021)
- Sugar Papi (2023)
Notable Singles:
- Alone (2016)
- Silence (ft. Khalid) (2017)
- Wolves (with Selena Gomez) (2017)
- Friends (with Anne-Marie) (2018)
- Happier (with Bastille) (2018)
- Come & Go (with Juice WRLD) (2020)