Backstage Lowdown with Alex Kasznel & The Board of Directors | Strummerfest 2025 Special

Get ready for a high-energy deep dive with Alex Kasznel, lead singer of the indie powerhouse Alex Kasznel & The Board of Directors, as hosts Lance Dawson and Andrew Stewart catch up ahead of their electrifying set at Strummerfest on August 16.

Formed in May 2022, this band has been on a meteoric rise — releasing their debut album Everything’s Important, following it up with the acclaimed Flightless, and playing 200+ shows across North America. Now in the middle of a 26-27 show tour, they’re bringing their unstoppable energy to Waterloo, Toronto, and Detroit.

In this episode, Alex and bassist Heather open up about the band’s origin story, the creative spark behind their songwriting, and what it’s like living life on the road. From behind-the-scenes tour tales to the joy (and chaos) of indie music, this conversation is packed with personality. We even wrap it all up with a fast-paced, laugh-filled lightning round you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Whether you’re a fan of raw, heartfelt indie rock or you just love a great band-on-the-rise story, this episode is your all-access pass.