KASKADE RETURNS WITH UNDUX, A DEEPLY PERSONAL ALBUM MARKING A NEW CREATIVE CHAPTER
Eight-time GRAMMY®-nominated producer, DJ, and electronic music pioneer Kaskade unveils undux, his long-awaited new studio album arriving December 4 via Arkade x Monstercat. The project marks one of the most introspective, vulnerable, and creatively expansive chapters of his career – a return to the storytelling format that shaped his earliest work, built through a period of personal upheaval, emotional honesty, and renewed artistic intention.
After years of releasing singles tailored for the streaming era, undux represents a deliberate shift back toward album craft. Kaskade describes this era of creation as a reconnection with the narrative format he has always loved, sharing:
“I have always enjoyed the process of making an album. Set aside some time, get together with some friends and make music. It always felt like telling a story with chapters and verse… Less emphasis on the crescendo but really trying to convey an entire mood or idea.”
The road to undux began with several attempts to restart the album process – sessions that didn’t feel honest, and periods where life’s personal challenges made creation difficult. Instead of forcing it, he stepped back. It wasn’t until this past summer, when he allowed himself to fully embrace what he was feeling, that the music finally began to take shape. What emerged was an album rooted in hope, vulnerability, and the quiet truth that comes from allowing emotion to lead the way.
The early pieces of the album revealed themselves throughout the fall. On October 16, Kaskade released the era’s opening singles – the euphoric “DNCR” and the reflective “Imprint.” Together, they introduced the emotional tone of the project: rediscovery, surrender, and the marks memory leaves behind.
On November 13, he expanded the narrative with the bittersweet “I Can’t Make You Love Me” and the b-side “Started Over,” a tender examination of heartbreak, perspective, and the fragile optimism found in beginning again. These singles mapped the emotional terrain that undux would delve into fully – the tension between holding on and letting go, between confusion and clarity.
At the center of the album sits “Obvious”, the project’s focus track and its emotional heartbeat. Featuring Kaskade’s own vocals and written from a first-person perspective, it stands as one of his most vulnerable works to date – a blend of dance-floor rhythm, quiet self-reflection, and the soul-stirring sound design that has defined his career.
“Undux has always been about connection through subtraction. From the string of shows I did to the full length album, I’ve tried to strip everything to it’s base layer and understand the beauty of walking through feelings and experiences without getting lost in the reverberations. Undux is a starting point and like with most things in life, it’s not obvious what that start will lead to but I’m excited to share that journey with my listeners.”
While Kaskade’s legacy includes some of the most iconic moments in electronic music, undux reconnects him to the foundation on which his artistry was built: honesty, emotional resonance, and meaningful storytelling. Shaped over multiple years of searching, shifting, and rebuilding, the album bridges the timeless pull of his melodic songwriting with the energy of today’s electronic landscape – resulting in a body of work that feels both intimate and expansive.
A defining force in modern dance music, Kaskade has shaped the global electronic landscape for over two decades – from early classics like It’s You, It’s Me and Atmosphere to history-making performances at Coachella, Formula 1, and the Super Bowl. With undux, he shifts the lens inward, exploring connection, memory, renewal, and the truths found in moments of stillness.
ABOUT KASKADE
Kaskade, born Ryan Raddon, has solidified his place as one of the most influential figures in electronic music. An eight-time GRAMMY Award nominee, his accolades include a nomination as part of Kx5, a collaboration with fellow producer deadmau5.
In February 2024, Kaskade made history as the first-ever In-Game DJ at the Super Bowl, captivating over 123.4 million viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research. Later that year, in March, he was named Best Male Artist of the Year at the iHeartRadio EDM Awards, while Kx5 took home the award for Best New Group. Continuing his trailblazing journey, in May 2024, Kaskade became the first-ever starting grid DJ at a Formula 1 race in Miami.
Kaskade’s dominance in the sports entertainment arena continued in 2024 with performances at major events, including the X Games in Ventura, CA, a post-Phillies game set in July, and a LIV Golf tournament performance. He also made surprise appearances at Coachella, joining forces with John Summit and Alison Wonderland in 2024, and completing a 3-hour back-to-back set with Idris Elba in 2025.
In October 2024, Kaskade played an unforgettable set in New York City’s Central Park, adding yet another milestone to his remarkable career. His legacy continued a steep growth trajectory in 2023 when Kaskade and deadmau5 graced the cover of Billboard and headlined SXSW. Their groundbreaking show at the LA Memorial Coliseum in 2022 set a record for the largest single-day concert headlined by an electronic artist in North America, according to Pollstar. Billboard also named it the biggest ticketed global headliner dance event of that year.
Kaskade’s fanbase is nothing short of evangelical, thanks to his ability to transcend genres. His collaborations with iconic artists such as Alicia Keys, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, and Meghan Trainor showcase a unique talent for creating his signature sound across various musical landscapes. Kaskade continues to make waves in the music industry, and has earned recognition as the original curve bender for dance music.