There are artists who make music, and then there are artists who build entire worlds around it. Marcuxx Madd falls firmly into the second category. Hailing from Montreal, Canada, this singer, songwriter, producer, and pianist has spent his entire life immersed in the creative arts, and his latest release, “Cities of Gold (Part 1)” featuring Davidii, is the kind of record that proves why longevity in this industry isn’t luck. It’s architecture.
The track is an energetic, genre blurring collision of EDM and urban sounds, delivered in both French and English, a nod to Marcuxx’s Montreal roots and his refusal to be boxed in by language or convention. The concept takes listeners on a journey through cities of gold across different eras, a thematic ambition that matches the scale of his production. The accompanying animated music video, produced by Animo Studios with a scenario crafted by Marcuxx himself, brings that vision to life with genuine artistry that sidesteps the cheap AI generated visuals flooding the internet right now.
But if you’re just discovering Marcuxx Madd through this single, you’re walking into a story that’s been building for years. His creative footprint extends well beyond the recording booth. He’s appeared on Canadian television series like Watatatow and Histoires de filles as a featured actor, landed advertising roles in Montreal productions like Arlequins and Puzzimage, and built a reputation as a serious event producer, curating shows featuring legends like DJ Premier & Pete Rock at MTELUS and Fonky Family at Club Soda.
His production credits are just as impressive. The album SIEM, distributed by DEP and stocked at HMV and Much Music Canada, demonstrated his ability to deliver a full length project with commercial reach. His music videos, including “TROP FEMME” on Much Music Canada and “Alright” on VEVO, showcase a commitment to quality that never wavers. He’s already been spotlighted by The Source, a publication that doesn’t hand out coverage casually.
The studio pedigree behind this project is worth noting too. Marcuxx has recorded at some of the most respected rooms in North America. R&R Studios and SKYBEATZ in Montreal, Quad Studios in New York City, and Metalworks Studios in Toronto. The upcoming full studio album Davidii is being crafted in collaboration with Quad and Metalworks, promising the kind of sonic quality that only comes from world class facilities and a producer who knows exactly how to use them.
What makes Marcuxx Madd compelling isn’t just the breadth of his résumé. It’s the intentionality behind every move. From his live performances at Dagobert Nightclub in Quebec City to collaborations with artists like Marimuze and Sir Pathétik, every project feels like a deliberate step in a larger creative vision. He isn’t chasing trends. He’s building something that lasts.
“Cities of Gold (Part 1)” is available now across all major platforms including Spotify, TikTok, and Facebook. With the full Davidii album on the horizon and plans to feature artists from multiple genres with more releases on VEVO, Marcuxx Madd is making it clear that this is only the beginning of the next chapter. Keep up with everything at albatrosmusic.ca.
