Justin Martin

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Justin Martin
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Background information
Born (1979-04-20) April 20, 1979 (age 44)
Origin San Francisco, California, United States
Occupation(s)
  • DJ
  • record producer
LabelsDirtybird, It's Good

Justin Martin (born April 20, 1979) is an American DJ and record producer, based in San Francisco. [1] [2] [3] [4]

Contents

Career

The first release on Dirtybird was The Southern Draw EP by Justin Martin and Sammy D. [5]

Martin released his sophomore album on April 20, 2016, via Dirtybird Records. [6] [7]

In 2020, Martin launched his own label, What To Do…, with the single “Needs.” [8]

Discography

Charted albums

TitleDetailsPeak chart positions
US
Dance
[9]
Hello Clouds15

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References

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  4. "Watch: Justin Martin Debuts Track he Never Plans to Release at CRSSD Festival". Magnetic Magazine. Retrieved 2017-07-01.
  5. "Dirty Bird Records: Celebrating 15 years with the flock". EDM Identity. Retrieved 2022-09-24.
  6. "Justin Martin". Mixmag. Retrieved 2017-07-01.
  7. "Justin Martin - Hello Clouds". Clash Magazine. Retrieved 2017-07-01.
  8. "Justin Martin Launches New Label What To Do With Fan Favorite Needs Listen". Billboard Magazine. Retrieved 2021-05-19.
  9. "Top Dance/Electronic Albums". www.billboard.com. Retrieved 2017-07-01.