Dan Casey is one of the more prolific artists I’ve had the privilege of knowing. His latest project dd elle sounds like the culmination of his previous projects, finally emerging as the fully evolved manifestation of his intentions. One of the first singles to be released off his upcoming EP u, “kind 2 u,” is almost alien. Casey’s voice is lilting and pitched, almost fully removing his identity from the sound, and yet that’s exactly what makes it feel profound. It’s a special someone who can make something so unique, and yet maintain such strong pop sensibilities that make it instantly likable.

u will be available on September 25th—with a full-length planned for early 2016. Pre-order here.