MC4D: Pioneering the Folktronica Sound
In a dance music landscape largely dominated by house and bass subgenres, MC4D has emerged with a refreshing sound that stands apart from the mainstream EDM scene. Drawing inspiration from the burgeoning Americana genre, particularly the country and folk styles exemplified by artists like Zach Bryan and Noah Kahan, MC4D has crafted a unique project that melds the storytelling, instrumentation, and raw energy of these genres with electronic music. Their latest tracks, “Travel On,” an anthem inspired by red-dirt country, and “Wyoming,” an upbeat tune perfect for open-road adventures, form the core of their 7-song EP titled “Wanderings.” No other act in the dance music sphere is fusing folk, country, and electronic elements quite like MC4D, whose powerful beats and catchy melodies evoke the essence of Avicii’s folk-house sound, appealing to both country and folk enthusiasts. With millions of streams already on the “Wanderings” EP and several high-profile collaborations scheduled for early 2025, MC4D is on track to become a frontrunner in the emerging ‘folktronica’ genre, creating something novel in a crowded dance music market.
Reflections on the ‘Wanderings’ EP
“The ‘Wanderings’ EP is a representation of not just the sonic landscape we’ve built with our ‘folktronica’ sound, but also of the many travels we’ve been so lucky to experience in 2024. About a year ago, we made the decision to only release music in 2024 that truly felt like us, combining the indie, folk, country, and electronic genres we pull inspiration from. That led us to develop our folktronica style, ranging from our country-leaning ‘Travel On’ single to folk-leaning single ‘Be Here With Me Now’. We love how the EP encompasses a range of styles, from red-dirt country to Avicii-inspired anthemic folk, while still feeling like a cohesive project. Additionally, we aimed for the songs on the EP to reflect the incredible landscapes we visited in 2024, including Joshua Tree, Banff, the Colorado Rockies, and many more. Our goal is to build a unique brand of dance music that conjures the freedom, openness, and wonder that these places inspire, and our ‘Wanderings’ EP is the first step in that process.” – MC4D
MC4D’s Rise in the Music Scene
Renowned for their innovative fusion of country, folk, and EDM, the twin-brother duo MC4D has cultivated a rapidly growing and dedicated fanbase through their energetic ‘folktronica’ self-releases in 2024, their popular country-EDM Down Under Mix series that has topped the SoundCloud U.S. dance charts, and their compelling remixes. Their work has collectively garnered over 20 million streams in 2024. The duo’s recent viral remixes of artists such as Zach Bryan, Noah Kahan, and Shaboozey have amassed tens of millions of views across social media platforms, establishing MC4D as a prominent presence in the music scene. Additionally, they have produced over two dozen official remixes for major artists like Flo Rida, Steve Aoki, Meghan Trainor, Two Friends, Wrabel, and Kesha, accumulating more than 25 million streams across various platforms.
With a coast-to-coast “Call It Fate Tour” comprising 40 shows in the first half of 2024 and a 35-show ‘Two Lane Tour’ scheduled for the fall, MC4D has become a highly sought-after live act, known for their unique sound and high-energy performances. Their 2024 tours have featured headline performances at renowned clubs and venues nationally, as well as appearances at major festivals including Stagecoach, EDC Las Vegas, Summerfest, and Windy City Smokeout. Over years of extensive touring, MC4D has traversed North America, drawing inspiration from national parks from Banff to Joshua Tree, and infusing their music with the essence of both the dance floor and the breathtaking western landscape. With several notable collaborations on the horizon for 2025 and a significant support tour announcement coming soon, MC4D is establishing a unique niche in the music industry that fans won’t find elsewhere.
