Pop Excellence, Touring Life & Making Creativity Sustainable | Kerry Alexander | Musician, Songwriter & Bad Bad Hats Co-Founder

What does it really take to build a sustainable creative career in today's music industry? Singer, songwriter, and Bad Bad Hats co-founder Kerry Alexander joins Kara Duffy for an honest conversation about creating a life in music without chasing superstardom. From touring the country in a minivan for a decade to running a band like a small business, Kerry shares the realities behind being a successful independent musician. Together they explore creativity, entrepreneurship, saying yes before you're ready, the importance of community, building a career alongside your partner, concert culture, and why kindness may be the greatest legacy an artist can leave behind. The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. SUBSTACK: badbadhats.substack.com INSTA: @BadBadHats INSTA: @megasoundband 01:05 Color Theory, Album Artwork & Creative Inspiration 09:05 Meeting Chris & Starting Bad Bad Hats 13:25 Dreams vs. Reality of Being a Touring Musician 16:15 Song Placements, Streaming & Sync Licensing 23:05 Concert Culture & Audience Energy 31:20 The Reality of Making a Living in Music 40:05 Discovering Songwriting & Early Musical Influences 44:00 Running a Band Like a Business 47:20 Building Great Creative Partnerships 50:20 What Kerry Is Most Proud Of 52:50 Powerful Ladies & Female Leadership 55:05 Minneapolis, Community & Social Change 1:01:15 Where to Follow Kerry & What's Next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices