Bad Bad Hats is an indie rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kerry Alexander and Chris Hoge met in college and formed the band in 2012. In the 10 years of Bad Bad Hats , they have toured the country many times in their trusty minivan, sampling the best local cuisine along the way. Bad Bad Hats has toured with The Beths, Margaret Glaspy, The Front Bottoms, Hippo Campus, and Michelle Branch, among many others. 2024 has been an amazing year for music, but I keep going back to this album. No throwaways here–every track has something going for it.
The band’s music has been described as indie, pop-punk, folk, classic pop, influences by “90s rock simplicity and pop-punk frivolity.” Alexander’s lyrics have been described as relatable, sincere, subtle, honest, unpredictable, and powerful.
Bad Bad Hats describe their style has been described as “indie rock,” but have been described in Rolling Stone as likely to “break into Sixpence None the Richer’s “Kiss Me” at any moment” and going well with a latte at Starbucks. Their songs are described as expertly produced, with hooks and intriguing turns. Their sound is very pleasing, but some critics have called for more message, urgency, and purpose.
Their fourth album Bad Bad Hats released April 12th, 2024 on Don Giovanni Records.
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