Rawstyle Hardstyle has a darker, underground vibe focused on raw, unprocessed sounds and an unrelenting tempo. The kicks are more distorted and the leads and basslines have an industrial, techno-influenced edge. Euphoric Hardstyle has a melodic, anthemic sound with uplifting choruses, pitched kicks, and major key leads. The emphasis is more on catchy hooks and dancefloor accessibility rather than raw aggression. Rawstyle appeals to hardcore fans while euphoric Hardstyle has wider mainstream appeal.