Crankdat Ignites Worldwide Stage with Bass-Heavy Dubstep at Ultra Miami 2025
MIAMI — Rising American DJ and producer Christian Smith, better known as Crankdat, delivered one of the most talked‑about performances of Ultra Music Festival’s landmark 25th anniversary on the Worldwide Stage at Bayfront Park. Known for his aggressive dubstep and trap productions, Crankdat’s late‑night set left fans clamoring for more, solidifying his place among electronic music’s elite. en.wikipedia
Background on Crankdat’s career and style
Crankdat first gained attention in 2015 with his viral remix of Fetty Wap’s “Trap Queen,” and has since amassed millions of streams with his original tracks and high‑octane remixes. Born Christian Smith on March 2, 1997, in Youngstown, Ohio, he turned down a track‑and‑field scholarship at Kent State University to pursue music full time.
Festival context and stage design
Ultra Music Festival returned to its traditional home at Bayfront Park from March 28–30, showcasing more than 170 artists across seven stages. The Worldwide Stage—characterized by its sweeping LED arch and powerful sound system—proved the perfect platform for Crankdat’s bass‑driven assault, drawing thousands of late‑night revelers under Miami’s skyline. edmidentity
Set highlights and fan reaction
Over a 60‑minute slot, Crankdat ripped through a selection of his biggest hits alongside unreleased IDs, blending thunderous wobbles with rapid‑fire trap drops. Social media and live‑set uploads captured the frenzy: one fan noted “no one at that stage was ready for what went down,” while another hailed the performance as “dubstep in its finest form.” Listeners on SoundCloud speculated a “Blanke collab around 25:00” and praised a “monstrous ID” that left the crowd begging for more. soundcloud
Looking ahead in Crankdat’s career
Fresh off his Ultra triumph, Crankdat is set to continue his Gearworld tour, bringing his electrifying live show to clubs and festivals worldwide. With this standout performance on one of electronic music’s biggest stages, Crankdat has further cemented his reputation as a leading force in modern bass music.
