An acronym of the members' first names: Martyn, Alex, Rudi, Russell, and Steve.
The track's DNA continues to influence modern electronic music. Today, it is frequently featured in classic house sets and has inspired numerous contemporary re-rubs: Pump up the Volume (Extended Mix)
The title is famously taken from Eric B. & Rakim’s "I Know You Got Soul". An acronym of the members' first names: Martyn,
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 Pump up the Volume (Extended Mix)
It is often paired in DJ sets with other pioneers like Technotronic , who followed M/A/R/R/S by merging rap and acid house into mainstream techno.