Melanie Martinez | Strife Mag (2024)

9 February 2024

2 mins read

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Written by: Eva van den Bosch

In a surprising and delightful turn for fans, Melanie Martinez has released the much-anticipated music video for her enchanting track FAERIE SOIRÉE. The song is from her latest album, PORTALS. The music video comes just a day after announcing the release on her social media platforms.

Melanie Martinez is known for her unique blend of visual artistry and musical talent. With this music video, she has once again captured the hearts of her audience.

Taking to Instagram yesterday, she shared a glimpse of what to expect. Then, today, she announced the release of the music video on her socials. Accompanied by a caption that read: “extended the music on this one to give you more time to dance.” .True to her word, the FAERIE SOIRÉE music video delivers not just an extended version of the song but a mesmerizing visual feast that invites viewers into a whimsical, otherworldly experience.

READ MORE: Melanie Martinez Brings ‘PORTALS’ To Ecstatic Amsterdam Crowd

A Visual and Musical Feast

Martinez‘s dedication to her craft is evident in every frame of the video. It seamlessly blends fantasy elements with her signature dark, fairy-tale aesthetic. The extended music allows for a deeper immersion into the faerie-themed world Martinez has crafted.

Fans of Melanie Martinez will not be disappointed with the attention to detail and creativity that has gone into the production of FAERIE SOIRÉE. From the intricate costumes and sets to the captivating choreography. Everything about this release showcases Melanie Martinez‘s unique vision and musical evolution.

Conclusion: A Magical Musical Journey

As FAERIE SOIRÉE makes its rounds on social media and music platforms, it’s clear that Melanie Martinez has once again set a high bar for artistic expression in music videos. Her ability to connect with fans through her art and extend an invitation to dance and dream is what makes this release not just a music video but a magical moment in her continuing musical journey.

Check out the music video for FAERIE SOIRÉE and let us know what you think!

21 November 2023

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Written by: Glenn van den Bosch

In a highly anticipated return to The Netherlands since the onset of the pandemic, Melanie Martinez graced Amsterdam with her presence for an unforgettable performance, marking her largest show in the city to date. The venue, which had sold out its 6,000 tickets months in advance, buzzed with excitement as fans eagerly awaited the hauntingly theatrical spectacle accompanying Martinez’s third album, PORTALS.

Unlike her previous works that delved into the intricacies of Cry Baby‘s life, both at home and in school, PORTALS takes a poignant turn as Cry Baby meets her demise, paving the way for a captivating rebirth showcased in Martinez’s stage persona. The concert, captured in photos at the bottom of this page, revealed Martinez not as the familiar Cry Baby character but as her transformed, reborn self.

The setlist, a deliberate nod to Martinez’s consistency, offered no surprises. Echoing the structure of the Cry Baby and K-12 tours, the concert featured a complete rendition of the album from start to finish, including the deluxe edition tracks. The stage, a theatrical marvel, boasted a massive screen that dynamically shifted with each song, projecting the atmospheric essence or segments from the accompanying music videos. The visual spectacle extended to inflatable mushrooms, a life-sized descending spider web during Spider Web, and a talented ensemble of dancers and musicians sharing the stage with Martinez.

While the production may not have reached the elaborate heights of the K-12 tour, it undeniably delivered a theatrically pleasing experience, a hallmark of Melanie Martinez‘s creative ingenuity. Overall, the show, possibly affected by the album not reaching the same meteoric success as K-12” or Cry Baby, may not have surpassed initial sky-high expectations. However, it remains a visual feast and a testament to Martinez’s continued commitment to pushing creative boundaries.

13 June 2023

1 min read

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Written by: Eva van den Bosch

After already teasing the release of her music video for VOID for a couple of days, Melanie Martinez has now officially given us the masterpiece that is the video.

Adding to her world of unique aesthetics and dark pop, Martinez pushes boundaries with her mesmerizing track from the latest record, PORTALS, released on March 31st this year. The captivating music video further amplifies her artistic vision.

Check out the video below and let us know what you think of it!

13 June 2023

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Written by: Eva van den Bosch

Three days ago, American singer-songwriter Melanie Martinez started teasing the music video for VOID on her social media platforms, sharing a cryptic short video clip that hinted at the mysterious world she was about to unveil.

This mesmerizing track is taken from her latest record, PORTALS, which was released on March 31st of this year. With her unique blend of dark pop and visually stunning aesthetics, Martinez continues to push boundaries and create a world of her own and this music video will surely add to that.

Now, Martinez has announced that the music video will be dropping at 10 am ET / 7 am PT, together with another teaser.

You can check out the new teaser below and let us know whether or not you are excited for the video!

Melanie Martinez released a new teaser of the music video to “VOID”, out tomorrow at 10 am ET. 🪱🪷

The premiere on YouTube is now up 🔗: https://t.co/dNjZtjTbvi pic.twitter.com/VYX8lTQTm6

— Crybaby Nation (@CBNation_twt) June 13, 2023

8 June 2023

3 mins read

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Written by: Eva van den Bosch

Melanie Martinez, the talented American singer-songwriter, has exciting news for her fans across the UK and Europe. She has announced the Portals Tour, her headline tour, which will include her first-ever arena shows on the European continent. The tour is scheduled to take place in late 2023, and tickets will go on sale starting from 2 pm on 16 June, exclusively through Ticketmaster.

The UK and Ireland leg of the tour will commence on 9 November at Wembley’s OVO Arena in London. Martinez will then mesmerize audiences in Wolverhampton, Manchester, Glasgow, and conclude the UK and Ireland tour in Dublin at 3Arena.

Apart from the UK, Martinez will also grace numerous cities across Europe, including Stockholm, Oslo, Prague, Amsterdam, Brussels, Berlin, and Paris, among others. This extensive tour will offer fans in various European countries the chance to witness her captivating performances.

The Portals Tour is in support of Martinez’s highly acclaimed third studio album, titled Portals, which was released in March 2023. The album features hit singles such as Death and Void and achieved remarkable success, reaching the number two position on both the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200.

Before embarking on her UK and European tour, Martinez kicked off the North American leg of the tour, delivering sensational performances in arenas across the country. Following that, she will be heading to Mexico in October to continue her tour journey.

Fans eagerly anticipating the Portals Tour can mark their calendars for the general ticket sale, which starts at 2 pm on June 16th via Ticketmaster. However, several presale opportunities are available throughout the week.

For O2 customers, an exclusive O2 priority presale will take place from 2 pm on June 14th. To access this presale, simply log in or sign up using the O2 mobile app and visit the Melanie Martinez artist page.

Additionally, a Spotify presale will be held on June 15th at 2 pm. Fans who follow Melanie Martinez on Spotify will receive an email with instructions on how to access the presale on the streaming app.

Here is the complete schedule for Melanie Martinez‘s UK and European tour:

• 29 October – Hovet, Stockholm
• 31 October – Spektrum, Oslo
• 2 November – KB Hallen, Copenhagen
• 4 November – Hall Fortuna, Prague
• 6 November – Mediolanum Forum, Assago
• 9 November – OVO Arena, London
• 10 November – The Halls, Wolverhampton
• 13 November – O2 Apollo, Manchester
• 15 November – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
• 17 November – 3Arena, Dublin
• 19 November – Forest National, Brussels
• 20 November – AFAS Live, Amsterdam
• 22 November – Cos Torwar, Warsaw
• 23 November – Verti Music Hall, Berlin
• 24 November – Mitsubishi Electric Halle, Dusseldorf
• 26 November – Zenith, Paris
• 28 November – Wiznik Center, Madrid
• 30 November – Sagres Camp Pequeno, Lisbon

Make sure to secure your tickets on the designated sale dates and witness Melanie Martinez‘s enchanting performances as she brings her Portals Tour to your city. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable musical experience! Let us know if you plan on attending!

5 April 2023

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Written by: Melanie Gomez