Dakim (aka Dakim Saadiq) is a Detroit-born electronic and hip-hop beat maker whose work has earned him a cult following within the global beat scene. Renowned for his experimental and intricate production style, Dakim is often described as a “producer’s producer”—a prolific yet elusive figure whose music circulates primarily among connoisseurs and fellow artists.

Rooted in Detroit’s rich musical legacy, Dakim draws inspiration from the city’s techno pioneers, jazz greats like Thelonious Monk, and iconic producers such as J Dilla, Aphex Twin, and Timbaland. His early musical foundation was shaped by his time in a high school marching band, where he played snare drum—an experience that echoes in his precise, percussive sound design.

After relocating to Los Angeles in 2007 during the MySpace era, Dakim became deeply embedded in the city’s burgeoning beat movement. He was a regular presence at legendary gatherings like Project Blowed and Low End Theory, where his performances helped cement his reputation as a visionary sound sculptor.

Dakim’s sonic palette is complex, glitchy, and deeply rhythmic—often described as “afrofuturist” and “bone-atomizing.” His tracks transcend traditional beat-making, unfolding as living, breathing musical organisms. He is a master of drum programming, working across tools like the SP and MPC samplers to craft immersive, unpredictable compositions.

As a flagship artist for Leaving Records (an imprint affiliated with Stones Throw), Dakim has earned praise from influential figures including Flying Lotus, Ras G, and House Shoes. Though he remains reclusive, his impact on the beat community is undeniable—his work continues to inspire and challenge producers around the world.