Imagine Dragons are at it again. On November 9th, they will release their fourth studio album, “Origins.” This album includes 12 tracks, with three more to come in the deluxe version. This album comes just a year and a half after their album “Evolve,” which produced smash hits like “Believer” and “Thunder”.

In a preview video, lead singer Dan Reynolds discussed how this new album came about. He acknowledged that releasing another album so soon after “Evolve” was definitely the unexpected move, and that artists tend to “go into hiding” and take a long break after they release an album and go on tour. However, the band never really went on hiatus and continued to make music. They decided to go against the norm, because the band believed that “this is a new world of music, so why don’t we put it out right now?”

So far, there have been three singles released from the “Origins” album. “Natural” has already become a hit with its dark, powerful lyrics and instrumentals. Empowering and fun “Zero” is also going to be featured on the soundtrack for Wreck-It Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks The Internet. Most recently, they released “Machine” on Halloween, an anthem with a strong, mechanical beat that proves that they are not “part of your machine.” All three have much different sounds, but I have really liked the variety that this album has already provided.

Imagine Dragons made sure to make clear that “Origins” is not an extension of the “Evolve” era. They are starting something completely new, signaling what they hope to be the start of a very bright future for the band. I was not expecting to see a new Imagine Dragons album this soon, but I really appreciate their desire to go against what is “normal” in the music world and share what they have created. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of Imagine Dragons’ music so far, and can’t wait to hear what they have in store for us next.

Post by: Emily Reuvers from “The Monday Mix” on KUST at 7:30p.m. on Monday nights.