In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly talented indie rock band, Bad Bad Hats. Kerry Alexander and Chris Hoge took me on a deep dive into their decade-long journey, from their early college days releasing music on MySpace to becoming full-time musicians with national tours and professional records under their belt.
We cover a lot in this episode, including:
How they balanced flexible jobs with their passion for music while self-managing their career.
Key milestones, like scoring their first record deal with Afternoon Records and their experience working with producer Brett Bullion.
The challenges of life on the road during those early tours and how they’ve kept evolving their sound.
The strategic planning behind their financial stability, especially through platforms like Patreon during the pandemic.
Insights into the importance of community, collaboration, and adaptability in the ever-changing music industry.Whether you're an aspiring musician or just a fan of the band, there’s something here for everyone—valuable lessons about perseverance, practical planning, and navigating the ups and downs of a creative career.
🎧 Tune in to hear Bad Bad Hats’ inspiring story!
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