Kaada

**Kaada** (born John Erik Kaada) is a Norwegian multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer known for his genre-blurring soundscapes that weave together electronic experimentation, orchestral grandeur, and cinematic textures. With a career spanning over two decades, Kaada has built a reputation for crafting emotionally charged music that feels both intimate and expansive—think lush layers of synths, haunting vocals, and unexpected instrumental twists. His recent releases, like *Ashes and Sparks* and *Beneath the Snow Covered Trees*, showcase his knack for blending organic and electronic elements into immersive sonic journeys.

Beyond solo work, Kaada has collaborated with artists like Mike Patton (Faith No More) and contributed scores for films and theater, proving his versatility across mediums. Tracks such as *Sunprobe* and *Lightning* highlight his ability to balance melodic warmth with avant-garde curiosity, making his music equally at home in headphones or art galleries. Whether he’s evoking frostbitten Nordic landscapes or abstract emotional states, Kaada’s work remains refreshingly hard to pin down—and all the more compelling for it.

Genres

Avant-garde

Latest Release

Ashes and Sparks

Kaada

Single - Released January 27, 2023