An acronym of the members' first names: Martyn, Alex, Rudi, Russell, and Steve.
Artists like Andruss & Juarez have released updated "Extended Mixes" on labels like Lapsus Music, adapting the iconic vocal hook for modern Tech House dance floors (approx. 128 BPM). Pump up the Volume (Extended Mix)
The mix is packed with dozens of samples, ranging from James Brown and Public Enemy to obscure NASA recordings and Bollywood soundtracks. An acronym of the members' first names: Martyn,
While the radio edit brought house music to the masses, the Extended Mix allowed the track’s "cut-and-paste" aesthetic to breathe. The mix is packed with dozens of samples,
Experience the definitive late-80s club energy in this classic video performance: M.A.R.R.S. "Pump Up The Volume" 4AD / 1987 The Best of 80's Music Facebook• Feb 22, 2026
The group was an ad-hoc collaboration between members of and A.R. Kane , suggested by 4AD Records founder Ivo Watts-Russell.