R&B Meets Pop Artist Darius Martin Released New Single, Like We Used To Before

On The Table Read Magazine, “the best entertainment magazine in the UK“, new single, Like We Used To Before by Darius Martin, celebrates the timelessness of being in love.

Like We Used To Before

New single from Los Angeles based R&B meets pop artist Darius Martin, Like We Used To Before, celebrates the timelessness of being in love. Characterized by his expansive atmospherics and undeniably infectious hooks, Martin reminisces on the beauty of a present moment shared with his sweetheart.

Filled with dreamlike notes of guitar and percussion, Like We Used To Before draws you in with unbridled emotion as Darius confronts his past and makes peace with himself in this powerful ode to the serendipitous nature of love.

This song represents all the wonderful times and memories you’ve had with someone; knowing that even though the road we chose brought us here, those very same roads will always lead us home.

-Darius Martin

Darius Martin

Los Angeles based singer-songwriter and producer Darius Martin pioneers expansive alt R&B music complete with pop-laced hooks and island-drenched soundscapes. Writing about the beauty and struggles found in life, Martin aims to connect with his listeners on a deep level, pouring his own emotions and autobiographical experiences into every release.

Born in El Paso, Texas, Darius Martin spent his childhood in Alamogordo, New Mexico where he took influence from the vastness of the desert. Relocating to Southern California in high school, Martin was an active and serious athlete in his teenage years. Fate though, had a different plan, and when a serious illness sidelined Martin, he began channeling his time into discovering his new passion for music. Influenced by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson and Marvin Gaye, Martin began experimenting with different sounds and genres aiming to achieve a sound that is fresh as it is timeless.

The songwriter attended the prestigious Los Angeles Film Institute where he graduated in 2020. His college experience further reinforced his passion and ambition to pursue a career in music. Equipped with the skills developed during his time at the Los Angeles Film Institute, he began recording music professionally.

In 2023, Darius Martin continues to expand his sonic palette and artistry with inventive new releases, captivating a rapidly growing fanbase of avid listeners with his dynamic fusion of genres and masterful lyrical storytelling. Martin’s single “Options” details the whirlwind sensations of a wild romance. Shockingly seductive and sonically imaginative, the songwriter’s rich and textural vocals glide effortlessly over iridescent sonics and penetrating bass.

“Some Time” features island waves of echoes and twisted harmonies, with lyrics that muse on longing for someone from a distance. “Bottles” is a confluence of ruminative echoes, suave notes of percussion, and a captivating vocal that paints a glamorous landscape inspired by Los Angeles, while “Secrets” is an intoxicating fusion of island vibes and sultry R&B, creating a track that’s as tropical as it is tantalizing. His single “Sparks Don’t Fly” sheds light on those going through abusive relationships in hopes of showing listeners that they aren’t alone. Martin partnered with the acclaimed nonprofit organization Doorways on his single “Sparks Don’t Fly” to generate funds for survivors of domestic violence.

Additionally, his single “TATTOO” features ethereal melodies and breathtaking vocals that reminisce on the lasting marks that each relationship leaves on our soul. His newest release “Like We Used To Before” captures the magic of being in love as Martin muses on the importance of the present.

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