Who is Cryex? Cryex Songs, Music, Discography & Artists Like Cryex
Cryex is a hardstyle producer and DJ who has been making serious noise in the hard dance world since the early 2020s. Known for crushing kicks, relentless energy, and an undeniable stage presence, Cryex has become a name you catch on lineups at some of the biggest hard dance events on the planet. 4D4M has been tracking his rise since his early releases on APEX Records. Adam got hooked after hearing his remix of Act of Rage’s “Gangster For Life” and has recognizes the project ever since. Cryex is the project of Levi Weidmann, a producer who started making music at age twelve and turned that early obsession into a full-on career.
Who Is Cryex?
Cryex is the hardstyle alias of Levi Weidmann. The disambiguation “Hardstyle by Levi Weidmann” might sound plain on paper, but the music is anything but. Weidmann started producing music when he was twelve years old, which means by the time he signed to APEX Records in early 2020, he already had years of production experience under his belt. That early start shows in how polished and purposeful his tracks sound.
After joining APEX Records, Cryex dropped some serious catalog entries. “Madness 5.0” on APEX made waves in the hardstyle community, cementing his name with fans who follow the harder end of the genre. A release on Q-Dance Records with “Why Always Me” showed he had the credibility to move up to one of the genre’s most prestigious imprints. Then came the collaboration “Fighting For” with Warface on End of Line, which is one of those tracks that just hits different when you hear it on a big system.
His remix of “Gangster For Life” by Act of Rage on Minus is More became one of his most recognized works, bringing his name to ears that might not have recognizes his solo releases. That remix showed he could respect an original while adding something distinctly his own.
On stage, Cryex has performed at Defqon.1, Qapital, Decibel Outdoor, Intents Festival, REBiRTH Festival, and Shockerz. Those are not small venues or local parties. Those are the major events that define hardstyle culture worldwide, and getting booked on those stages means the community has accepted him as a legitimate presence.
Cryex is a solo artist. His music is his own creative vision, though he frequently collaborates. Partners include Act of Rage, Warface, Mutilator, Cryogenic, and vocalist Haley Maze, pointing to an artist who values creative partnerships without losing a core identity.
Cryex’s Sound Explained
Cryex makes hardstyle music. But that classification alone undersells what is actually happening in his tracks. His sound sits at a crossroads between raw hardstyle aggression and moments of melodic tension that keep things interesting. You get those hard-distorted reverse bass kicks that define the genre, but the builds and breakdowns have a melodic quality that makes the drops hit harder by contrast.
Tracks like “GNARLY” are short and punchy, getting in and out in under two and a half minutes. “READY2GO” takes more time to develop, letting the track breathe before it drops. “Can’t Get Enough” featuring Haley Maze shows his ability to incorporate vocals and emotional hooks without losing the raw drive of the genre.
The collaborations with Mutilator and Cryogenic show Cryex can work with partners who push a harder, more aggressive direction. “Hear The Rhythm” with Mutilator brings a rawer edge compared to his solo work, while “Cryexgenic” with Cryogenic is an obvious nod to their shared sonic territory.
What separates him from generic hardstyle is intentionality. Every element in a Cryex track feels like it belongs. The sound design is specific, the mixing is clean, and the production holds up whether you are at a festival or on headphones. If you like discovering hardstyle tracks that balance aggression with structure, Cryex is exactly the kind of producer you should be following.
Top Tracks by Cryex
GNARLY
Short, explosive, ruthlessly efficient. Under two and a half minutes of pure hardstyle with zero filler.
READY2GO
Builds properly before delivering. Good structure, strong payoff, built for dancefloor impact.
Cryexgenic (with Cryogenic)
Cryex and Cryogenic combining their shared sonic territory into one cold, precise track.
Raging Madness (with Act of Rage & Last Word)
Three-way collab built for festival moments. Act of Rage involvement signals this one is serious.
Fighting For (with Warface)
The Warface collab on End of Line. Warface is a major hardstyle name, and this release shows how the community views Cryex.
Hear The Rhythm (with Mutilator)
The rawer, harder side of Cryex. Mutilator brings aggression, and together they push into raw hardstyle territory.
Gangster For Life (Cryex Remix) by Act of Rage
The track that put many people onto Cryex. His version on Minus is More adds intensity while keeping the original’s soul. Remix work done right.
Can’t Get Enough (with Haley Maze)
Haley Maze’s vocals add emotional weight without softening the hardstyle kick. Cryex handles the melodic side without going soft.
SET ME FREE
Direct, energetic solo cut built around the hardstyle tempo and kick structure that defines his sound.
Empty Pistols
More cinematic than most of his tracks. The builds have real tension and the drops feel weighted. Good entry point for new listeners.
Why 4D4M Vibes With Cryex
4D4M connects with a lot of hardstyle producers, but Cryex earned a permanent spot in the rotation for a specific reason: the music delivers every single time. There are no filler tracks in his catalog. Every release has a purpose and a point of view. That is rare in any genre, but especially in hardstyle where quantity can sometimes outpace quality.
The Act of Rage remix was the entry point. Hearing what Cryex did with that track, how he respected the original while adding something new, made it clear this was a producer thinking about music and not just building tracks by formula. That kind of creative intention matters.
The festival bookings reinforce it. Getting on stages at Defqon.1 and Decibel Outdoor is not something that happens by accident. Those events have serious curation, and the fact that Cryex has been on those lineups shows the broader hardstyle community sees what 4D4M hears in his music.
As someone who mixes hardstyle and plays hard dance sets, 4D4M is always looking for tracks that hold up at volume, on good speakers, in front of a crowd. Cryex tracks do that. “GNARLY” is a weapon in a set. “Fighting For” with Warface is a moment. “Hear The Rhythm” with Mutilator is the kind of track that makes a crowd stop moving for a second because it just hits so hard.
The trajectory is also exciting. The moves he has made from APEX Records to Q-Dance to End of Line to Minus is More show someone building strategically. If you are into hard dance music, Cryex is the name. Follow him now before the lineups get even bigger.
Cryex Discography
| Release | Year | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Madness 5.0 | 2020 | APEX Records debut |
| Why Always Me | 2020 | Q-Dance Records |
| Gangster For Life (Cryex Remix) | 2021 | Minus is More, Act of Rage remix |
| Fighting For (with Warface) | 2021 | End of Line Records |
| Hear The Rhythm (with Mutilator) | 2022 | Hard dance collaboration |
| Can’t Get Enough (with Haley Maze) | 2022 | Vocal-led hardstyle track |
| Raging Madness (with Act of Rage & Last Word) | 2023 | Three-way festival collab |
| Cryexgenic (with Cryogenic) | 2023 | Collaborative project with Cryogenic |
| Empty Pistols | 2024 | Solo release |
| SET ME FREE | 2024 | Solo release |
| READY2GO | 2025 | Solo single |
| GNARLY | 2025 | Latest solo single |
Live & Touring
Cryex is a proven festival artist. He has performed at Defqon.1 (widely considered the crown jewel of hardstyle events), Decibel Outdoor, REBiRTH Festival, Qapital, Intents Festival, and Shockerz. These are not local warm-up slots. These are the major events that define the hardstyle world, attracting tens of thousands of attendees.
His SoundCloud bio describes the experience well: he leaves audiences in a state of ecstasy. That combination of studio quality and live energy is what builds the kind of loyal fanbase that follows an artist across festivals year after year. The stage bookings are catching up to the music, and that trajectory only points one direction.
FAQ
Who is Cryex?
Cryex is the hardstyle alias of Levi Weidmann. He started producing at twelve and has since released on APEX Records, Q-Dance, End of Line, and Minus is More. His festival resume includes Defqon.1, Decibel Outdoor, and REBiRTH Festival.
What genre does Cryex make?
Cryex makes hardstyle music. His catalog spans raw aggression to melodic-leaning cuts, making him one of the more versatile producers in hard dance music.
What are Cryex’s most popular songs?
His most recognized tracks include “GNARLY”, “Fighting For” with Warface, “Raging Madness” with Act of Rage, and his remix of “Gangster For Life” by Act of Rage. That remix is often cited as the track that put him on the map.
What labels has Cryex released on?
Cryex has released on APEX Records, Q-Dance Records, End of Line, and Minus is More. Q-Dance is one of the most respected names in hardstyle, making that placement a meaningful mark of credibility.
Has Cryex performed at Defqon.1?
Yes. Cryex has performed at Defqon.1, Decibel Outdoor, REBiRTH Festival, Qapital, Intents, and Shockerz. That resume places him in the upper tier of active hardstyle artists.
Who has Cryex collaborated with?
Cryex has worked with Warface, Act of Rage, Mutilator, Cryogenic, Last Word, and vocalist Haley Maze. His collabs span multiple labels and styles while keeping a hard dance core identity.
Where can I follow Cryex?
Follow Cryex on Spotify, SoundCloud at soundcloud.com/cryexofficial, and Instagram at @cryexofficial. His YouTube channel has live performance footage and music videos.
Listen to Cryex
Cryex Online
| Platform | Link |
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| Spotify | Listen on Spotify |
| SoundCloud | Follow on SoundCloud |
| @cryexofficial | |
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| YouTube | Cryex on YouTube |
| Discogs | Cryex on Discogs |
