Glam, Gigs, and Grit: Keanan Duffty’s Path Through Rock and Fashion

Are you struggling to make your mark in the music industry while juggling your creative passions? Gig Gab’s latest episode features Keanan Duffty, a multi-talented musician, fashion designer, and educator who has shaped both the sound and look of music culture. Keanan Duffty, frontman of Slinky Vagabond and author of “The Fashion Entrepreneur,” shares his journey of blending rock and style. From working with icons like David Bowie and the Sex Pistols to launching his own fashion line, Duffty offers invaluable insights into building a unique brand in the creative industries. The episode delves into the importance of style over fashion for musicians, with Duffty emphasizing the power of authenticity and consistency in developing a stage persona. He also discusses his latest album, “The Eternal Return,” and the collaborative process behind its creation. Listeners will gain practical advice on networking, collaborating, and building a cult following. Duffty’s experiences working with music legends and navigating the fashion world provide a wealth of knowledge for aspiring creatives. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that reminds us to “Always Be Performing” in every aspect of our creative careers. Tune in to Gig Gab now and unlock the secrets to blending artistry with entrepreneurship! 00:00:00 Gig Gab 469 – Monday, February 17, 2025 February 17th: National Random Acts of Kindness Day Guest co-host: Keanan Duffty 00:02:15 Growing up with Bubblegum Glam Rock, Soul Music, and then Fashion because he loved the way they looked Style more than fashion 00:04:06 Crafting your on-stage style The Talking Heads: Wearing Ordinary Clothes On Stage 00:08:42 Project what YOU want to project, not what you think the audience wants 00:13:37 David Bowie vs. David Jones 00:15:34 Iggy Pop in the Grocery Store 00:17:28 Pitching David Bowie to Target Always Make Your Name As Big As You Can 00:23:39 SPONSOR: HelloBand, a fan engagement app that connects you with your fans while you’re on stage making it simple and effective to bring your live shows to the next level. GIGGAB20 gets you 20% off! 00:25:23 Rebel Rebel: Anti-Style 00:26:26 Projecting your image when you’re not on stage Connecting constantly and having a dialog is crucial Sound Collage 00:30:00 Most bands are cult artists Commercial Success doesn’t give you the chance to build that cult audience 00:34:24 The Fashion Entrepreneur: A Definitive Guide to Building Your Brand 00:36:39 Learn to Network and Collaborate 00:37:08 Collaborations are Important It’s not who you know, it’s you who get to know 00:39:45 Slinky Vagabond’s New Album, The Eternal Return: Harmony-laden, Avant Garde, Power-Pop King Boy Vandals 00:45:00 Nerding out about Red Vinyl Bitter Pill on Red Vinyl 00:47:24 Draping Your Clothes around the hotel room… to make it look like yours Scarves, too! David Bowie World Fan Convention 00:51:25 Any gigs coming up? The Ritualists 00:53:40 Gig Gab Outtro Find Keanan Duffty Slinky Vagabond KeananDuffty.com Contact Gig Gab! @GigGabPodcast on Instagram [email protected] Sign Up for the Gig Gab Mailing List The post Glam, Gigs, and Grit: Keanan Duffty’s Path Through Rock and Fashion — Gig Gab 469 appeared first on Gig Gab.