From a pre-show Greek salad, to a post-show shawarma platter session, the in between is when it comes to writing songs, and Kasador is always giving us a musical sandwich to unpack in their live shows and albums.

Kasador on Crafting Kasador II

Kasador thrives on a mixture of instinct and experience. As member Boris Baker explains, the band’s inspiration flows as much from the records they love as from the energy of their relentless live shows. “You just hear something in a song by your favorite band, and you want to create your own spin on that,” he says. Just as importantly, playing night after night across different venues has shaped their songwriting. “If you always played in a church, you’d write differently than if you always played in a dive bar,” Boris reflects.

Which is why it’s no surprise that the latest EP, Kasador II, hits the notes that keep us craving more.

With collaborative efforts ranging from Justin Rutledge and Nambi to Julia Finnegan, this EP is introspective and well-rounded.

A Different Flavor, Same Kasador

Though Kasador II carries a different energy than its predecessor, the shift wasn’t deliberate. The two EPs were recorded in separate sessions and then divided to create cohesive collections, each reflecting the band’s headspace at the time. That approach highlighted their range: gritty, heavy tracks like “Trouble” sit alongside a tender acoustic song with Julia Finnegan, soft enough to bring a tear to your eye.

For Kasador, it’s never about forcing a formula. “If a song feels like us, we’ll run with it,” says Baker. The result is a body of work that embraces contrast while remaining unmistakably Kasador.

The Rundown

The EP starts off with the song Trouble. Co-written with Justin Rutledge, the heavy bass tones lead us into a journey of story telling and a catchy hook, as Cam’s voice eases us into the next track, Soma.

The interlude instrumental track Soma is a new style of discovery for Kasador - a breather - a refresher - an ethereal transition into the next song, Talk.

Talk, while a new song, definitely references sounds from Kasador’s past. Harmonizing vocals and raw emotion, the introspection of this EP could be summarized by this song alone. The polished yet gritty indie rock mixed with earnest lyricism remind us consistently; this is who they are as a band.

Winter Weighs is next on the EP, an acoustic refresher with Kasador embracing contrast once again. It melds the haunting intimacy of Julia Finnegan’s vocals with a sense of fragility and calmness - easing the tension in your body as you listen to it.

And to finish off the EP - the much anticipated Revolution 10 featuring Nambi finds its home. Immediately it bursts out to the speakers like a rallying cry. The track leans into Kasador’s signature raw energy. Organic, live-sounding, and refreshingly imperfect
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This release leans into a more confrontational, energetic stance, something we’ve seen hinted at in tracks like “Butterflies,” where the band released their rawest, most assertive side yet. “Revolution No. 10” signals a bold turn outward. Embracing defiance, empowerment, and community.

Final notes:

’Kasador II’ is a compelling EP that encapsulates Kasador’s evolving sound. Honest, dynamic, and quietly powerful. It invites listeners into a space where emotion isn’t overstated but felt through every chord and lyric.

We look forward for what Kasador has to come (hinting a new album in November, and a big tour in February 2026) and hope you enjoy this EP as much as we did.

All songs Written & Performed by Boris Baker, Cam Wyatt, Stephen Adubofuor, Thomas Draper

Additional Credits

Trouble
• Written with Justin Rutledge
• Backing vocals by Isabella Bruinsma

Soma
• Backing vocals by Isabella Bruinsma

Talk
• Written with Brett Emmons and Julia Finnegan
• Backing vox by Nambi & Danielle Picard
• Keys by Benni Vandergaast

Winter Weighs
• Written with Julia Finnegan
• Featuring Julia Finnegan

Rev.10
• written with Julia Finnegan & Nambi
• featuring Nambi

Recorded at Bathouse Studio Engineered by Nyles Spencer
Mixed by Nyles Spencer
Mastered by João Carvalho Posted: Sep 9, 2025