IV-AM

Inspired by his name, Augustus Merriweather IV, and a love for late-night revelry, IV-AM (4-AM) captures the essence of a modern, versatile artist.

Growing up surrounded by smooth jazz, soul, and R&B, IV-AM developed the cool, laid-back aesthetic that defines his music. Fusing electronic and rap elements with groove-driven house, his sound seamlessly crosses genre boundaries.

He started producing in high school, initially for his own rap projects, influenced by icons like <a href="spotify:artist:0KuF7reCTOZwV7YJnHQqgr" data-name="The Neptunes">The Neptunes</a>, Shawty Redd, <a href="spotify:artist:26s8LSolLfCIY88ysQbIuT" data-name="Three 6 Mafia">Three 6 Mafia</a>, and <a href="spotify:artist:0eVyjRhzZKke2KFYTcDkeu" data-name="The Alchemist">The Alchemist</a> . Born in Chicago and raised in Dayton, OH, his return to Chicago post-college immersed him in the city’s underground scene, where DJing naturally complemented his production.

Now based in Houston, IV-AM’s music reflects his world travels and personal experiences, creating a sound that’s both deeply emotional and globally inspired.