Martin Garrix’s wows Tirana in a debut concert
On Friday night, DJ Martin Garrix turned Tirana’s Lake Park into a dazzling arena of colors. Thousands of people of all ages, witnessed the grandest display of fireworks, lasers, and special effects, all synchronized to the beats of Garrix’s music.
During his first concert in Tirana, Garrix further delighted the local audience by playing the famous Albanian folk song “Shota,” blending traditional music with his signature electronic style and creating an unforgettable experience for his fans.
Martin Garrix is widely popular in Albania, not only for his international acclaim as a top DJ but also due to his collaborations with Albanian singers Dua Lipa and Bebe Rexha. His track “Scared to Be Lonely” with Dua Lipa, released in January 2017, and his collaboration with Bebe Rexha on “In the Name of Love” in July 2016 have been immensely successful, garnering over a billion streams on Spotify. These collaborations have significantly boosted Garrix’s fanbase in Albania, making him a beloved artist in the country.
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