When I met the hardstyle and riddim DJ 4D4M

Alright, let’s crank this up to 11. Picture this: It’s 4 AM in a sweaty, strobe-lit underground club your first night in San Francisco. The walls are pulsing with a rhythm that’s part machine, part alien transmission. That’s where I caught up with 4D4M, the genre-defying madman who’s been turning the EDM scene on its head.As I approach, 4D4M’s silhouette is backlit by a wall of screens, each one flickering with chaotic visuals that seem to sync perfectly with the thunderous bassline shaking the room. He turns, grinning like a kid who just got away with stealing the whole candy store.”Hey, what’s good?” he shouts over the din, gesturing for me to follow him to a slightly quieter corner. As we settle into a pair of beat-up leather chairs, I can’t help but notice the way his fingers are constantly tapping out rhythms on his knees. This guy lives and breathes music.I kick things off by asking about his latest track, “BASS WAR,” a face-melting dubstep anthem that’s been destroying dance floors across the globe. “Man, that track was born out of pure chaos,” 4D4M laughs. “I was in the studio, right? And I had this vision of what would happen if you threw a bunch of synthesizers into a blender with a few sticks of dynamite. That’s ‘BASS WAR‘ in a nutshell.”

But 4D4M’s not just about the bass. His range is legendary in the scene, spanning from bone-crushing hardstyle to ethereal trance. I ask him how he manages to juggle so many genres without losing his signature sound.”It’s all about the energy, you feel me?” he says, leaning in close. “Whether I’m crafting a hardstyle banger or a future bass tearjerker, it’s all coming from the same place. It’s about capturing a feeling, a vibe, and translating that into sound waves that’ll make people move.”We dive deeper into his creative process, and 4D4M’s eyes light up. “Take my track ‘Drifting,’ for example. That started as a straight-up hardstyle track, but then I started messing with these trance-inspired melodies. Before I knew it, I was blending in elements of tearout and even a touch of future bass. It’s like cooking, you know? You start with a base, and then you just keep adding flavors until it tastes right.”As we chat, the topic shifts to his live performances, which have become the stuff of legend in the EDM community. “Man, when I’m up there on stage, it’s like I’m plugged directly into the crowd’s energy,” 4D4M says, his whole body animated as he describes the experience. “I feed off their vibe, and they feed off mine. It’s this crazy feedback loop of pure, unadulterated energy.”


I mention a recent show where he seamlessly transitioned from a hard techno set into a riddim-heavy second half, leaving the crowd in a state of euphoric whiplash. 4D4M grins mischievously. “That’s the sweet spot, right there. When you can take people on a journey they weren’t expecting. One minute they’re locked into this four-on-the-floor groove, and the next they’re headbanging to some filthy riddim. It’s all about keeping them on their toes.”As our conversation continues, we touch on the state of the EDM scene and where 4D4M sees himself fitting into it. “Look, I’ve got mad respect for the pioneers who came before me,” he says, suddenly serious. “But I’m not here to follow in anyone’s footsteps. I’m here to carve out my own path, you know? To push the boundaries of what electronic music can be.”This philosophy is evident in his latest song, “Taking Over,” a genre-bending odyssey that showcases the full spectrum of 4D4M’s talents. From the raw, unfiltered energy of the extended rawstyle mix to the emotionally charged future bass tracks, it’s a release that defies categorization.

“That EP, man, that was me laying it all out on the table,” 4D4M says, a hint of pride in his voice. “I wanted to show the world that you don’t have to be boxed in by genres. You can be a hardstyle producer and still make a trance track that’ll bring tears to people’s eyes. It’s all music, you know? It’s all about making people feel something.”As our interview winds down, I can’t help but ask about the future. What’s next for an artist who seems to have already conquered every corner of the EDM world?4D4M leans back in his chair, a thoughtful expression on his face. “The future, huh? Man, I’m just getting started. I’ve got collaborations in the works that are gonna blow people’s minds. I’m talking cross-genre, cross-cultural stuff that’s never been done before. And live shows? Let’s just say I’m working on some tech that’s gonna change the game entirely.”He pauses, then adds with a grin, “But you know what? The best is always yet to come. That’s what keeps me going. The idea that no matter how hard I’ve gone, no matter how many boundaries I’ve pushed, there’s always another level to reach for.”

As if on cue, the club’s sound system kicks into overdrive, dropping into one of 4D4M’s signature tracks. The crowd erupts in cheers, and 4D4M’s eyes light up like a kid on Christmas morning. “You hear that?” he shouts over the music. “That’s the sound of the future, baby!”And with that, he’s up and moving, drawn like a magnet back to the pulsing heart of the dance floor. As I watch him disappear into the sea of bodies, all moving as one to his earth-shaking beats, I can’t help but feel like I’ve just had a glimpse into the future of electronic music. And let me tell you, it’s loud, it’s chaotic, and it’s absolutely glorious.4D4M isn’t just pushing the envelope; he’s tearing it up and reassembling it into something entirely new. In a scene that’s constantly evolving, he’s not just keeping pace – he’s setting the tempo. And if this night is any indication, the EDM world better buckle up, because 4D4M’s just getting started.As I make my way out of the club, ears ringing and heart still pounding to the rhythm of 4D4M’s sonic assault, I can’t shake the feeling that I’ve just witnessed something truly special. This isn’t just music; it’s a revolution. And 4D4M? He’s leading the charge, one earth-shattering beat at a time.