Kaskade’s new singles “DNCR” and “Imprint” tease listeners with a taste of what’s to come on his next album, Undux. Those two tracks, released Thursday, October 16, are the first of Kaskade’s tracks to be released from his upcoming album, slated to drop on December 4.
Though the tracks contrast in sound, they share themes of connection and renewal through their vulnerable lyricism and tasteful production. “DNCR” and “Imprint” highlight Kaskade’s evolution as a storyteller inspired by emotion.
Featuring a pulsing beat and euphoric vocals, “DNCR” delivers thick emotional intensity while maintaining Kaskade’s iconic, danceable sound. The track reflects how movement, specifically dance, encourages connection and inspires living in the now.
“This song taps into the power of surrender – the way connection can pull you out of your own head and into the present moment,” Kaskade said. “It’s about being moved by another person’s energy.”
Truthfully, the track is as addictive as some of Kaskade’s top dance hits. The beat’s ability to create movement, paired with alluring lyrics rolling off the tongue, makes the track an effortless listen.
While “DNCR” inspires free-spirited movement, “Imprint” slows down the tempo for a moving, introspective moment among listeners. With a beautiful metaphor behind the track title, “Imprint” will bring deep emotions to the surface for many.
“These lyrics come from a place of trying to make sense of a story that doesn’t unfold the way you imagined,” Kasakade said. “It’s about memory, perspective, and the marks people leave on our lives – sometimes permanent, sometimes like ink that fades.”
The song begins with a beat, begging listeners to lock in on its meaningful lyrics. It’s certainly the type of song that gives listeners a moment for themselves to think, feel, and be.
Courtney Storm’s angelic, deep voice is an undeniable match for the moving story Kaskade tells with “Imprint.” While he crafts a calm, meaningful soundscape, her voice perfectly captures the tone of his narrative.
Evidently, Kaskade is no stranger to transparency regarding emotion, and these two singles showcase that. “Imprint” perfectly encapsulates the feeling of longing, matching its soft tune to lyrics written from the heart. “DNCR” explores the magic of dance and its ability to connect people of all backgrounds.
Kaskade’s forthcoming album, Undux, will be released on December 4 through his label, Arkade, and Monstercat. Listeners can presave it here.
