The son of music superstar Chris Martin and Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow is stepping out of his parents' considerable shadow to forge his own path in the music industry. Moses Martin, 19, has secured a record deal with the prestigious Interscope Records alongside his band, People I've Met.
A Musical Legacy Continues
Moses, a vocalist and guitarist, founded the New York-based group with friends Andrew Suster and Orlando Wiltshire. The band, which was previously known as Dancer, has now released its debut single, titled Promise, under the Interscope banner. The label boasts an impressive roster including global acts like Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar.
This move sees Moses actively following in the footsteps of his father, Coldplay frontman Chris Martin. The musical connection is strong; Moses's vocal style has been noted for its similarity to his dad's, and he has previous experience, having joined Coldplay on stage at Glastonbury in 2016. He has also contributed vocals and writing credits to several Coldplay tracks, including All My Love, Orphans, and The Astronaut.
Family Support and Work Ethic
Despite their high-profile divorce in 2014, Chris Martin and Gwyneth Paltrow have remained on amicable terms and are united in support of their children's ambitions. Gwyneth publicly expressed her pride in Moses's musical talent in a heartfelt Instagram birthday tribute in April last year.
She wrote: "Happy birthday [Moses]. Honestly, you are a dream come true. You are deeply kind and brilliant... I listen to your music on repeat and miss you so much at college." This family encouragement extends to Moses's older sister, Apple Martin, 21, who is also launching her music career, having been a featured artist on indie rock duo Jade Street's single Satellites.
In a recent interview, Apple highlighted the work ethic instilled in them by their parents, stating: "I know this is not a normal way to grow up by any means. But my parents did a really good job of instilling in me that I shouldn't be entitled to anything. I have to work."
Fan Reaction and Future Plans
The release of Promise has already generated positive buzz online. Fans have taken to the band's social media to praise the track, with one asking about new music and potential London gigs. According to reports from The Sun and hints on the band's official website, People I've Met are "gearing up to tour 'soon'", suggesting a busy year ahead for the young musicians.
In a lighter, albeit cringeworthy, family moment, Gwyneth recently revealed that Moses "wanted to die" while watching her intimate scenes with co-star Timothée Chalamet at the Los Angeles premiere of her latest film, Marty Supreme. The anecdote underscores the unique, and sometimes awkward, dynamics of growing up in a globally famous family.
With a major label behind them and a famous legacy to both honour and transcend, Moses Martin and People I've Met are poised to introduce their sound to the world, proving that talent and hard work are the true family heirlooms.
