Kaskade has joined forces with electronic pop artist and model Tishmal for their new single “The New James Dean.” Out on his own Arkade imprint, the track serves as the second single off Kaskade’s upcoming Redux 005 EP. For those unfamiliar with the DJ’s illustrious Redux brand, it’s all about his deeper, back-to-his-roots house sound. In classic Kaskade fashion, “The New James Dean” features a chilled-out house beat. With thick kick drums and a thumping bassline, the groovy beat combines jazzy chords and the dreamy vocals of Tishmal for a sublime and breezy tune. The lyrics explore living fast, in reference to the track’s eponymous cultural icon, who died tragically at the age of 24 in a car accident. Kaskade lives at the bleeding edge of the dance music scene. Whether he is&n...
Back in May 2020, Kaskade and Project 46 reunited for “Chains,” dropping a nostalgic progressive house anthem reminiscent of their larger-than-life 2013 collaboration “Last Chance.” Harnessing the soaring sound of “Chains,” Kaskade has now manifested it into a new “Chilled” version that arrived by way of his own Arkade banner on September 10th. It transports the track to the beguiling world of his patented “Redux” sound, which is rooted in deep house and downtempo electronica. “Chains Chilled” dials down the BPM of “Chains” from 127 to a more hypnotic 118, using elegant piano chords and heady bass plucks in the drop to deliver a refreshing take on its euphoric predecessor. 2020 has seen the electronic ...
Kaskade has had an excellent year so far, releasing his highly-anticipated Redux 004 as well as a handful of dancefloor-ready singles for fans to enjoy during their long stays at home. He’s now enlisted the help of Brazilian duo Chemical Surf for his latest offering, “POW POW POW.” “POW POW POW” drums up more energy than both Kaskade and Chemical Surf’s previous releases from this year by enchanting listeners with powerful horns, a bubbly bassline, and an addictive pre-drop vocal. The track is perfectly balanced, as Kaskade’s signature melodic touch and upbeat production add an extra layer of depth atop Chemical Surf’s crisp percussive moments. Without a doubt, this addition to Kaskade’s Arkade imprint is a welcome o...