Minneapolis’ indie rock trio Bad Bad Hats released their critically acclaimed debut album Psychic Reader on July 17 via Afternoon Records, which continues to garner national attention.  In celebration of the record, the band announced a national Fall tour as direct support for Saddle Creek’s Mynabirds that is now extended through October with nine new dates, making stops in Chicago, DC, NYC, Austin, San Francisco, LA, and more!
 
Watch video for album opener “Midway” 
 
Psychic Reader is comprised of experimental beats, growling guitars, and catchy pop melodies that are both dreamy and strikingly deep.  Bolstered by the touches of producer Brett Bullion (Poliça), the band takes a refreshingly rebellious approach with lyrics that challenge gender conventions. Named as one of SPIN’s “Artists to Watch,” Bad Bad Hats emerges with a record that is both artistically honest and widely accessible. Catch the band’s captivating live show in a city near you; a full list of extended tour dates is below!
 
Tour Dates
8/14: Minneapolis, MN @ Icehouse (Album Release Show)
9/10: Seattle, WA @ Sunset Tavern *
9/11: Portland, OR @ Bunk Bar *
9/12: Boise, ID @ Neurolux *
9/14: Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court *
9/15: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive *
9/17: Omaha, NE @ Slowdown *
9/18: Minneapolis, MN @ 7th Street Entry *
9/19: Chicago, IL @ Schubas *
9/20: Cleveland, OH @ Beachland *
9/23: Philadelphia, PA @ Boot & Saddle *
9/24: Cambridge, MA - Atwood's Tavern (w/ The Novel Ideas)
9/25: Brooklyn, NY @ Rough Trade *
9/26: Washington, DC @ U Street Music Hall *
9/28: Richmond, VA @ Strange Matter *
9/29: Atlanta, GA @ Aisle 5 *
10/1: Austin, TX @ Mohawk *
10/2: Dallas, TX @ Three Links *
10/5: Tucson, AZ @ Flycatcher *
10/6: Phoenix, AZ @ Valley Bar *
10/7: Las Vegas, NV @ Bunkhouse *
10/8: San Francisco, CA @ Swedish American Hall *
10/9: Los Angeles, CA @ The Echo *
 
* = Direct support for The Mynabirds

Psychic Reader is the debut LP from Minneapolis natives Bad Bad Hats, set for releaseJuly 17 via Afternoon Records (Yellow Ostrich, Haley Bonar). The album is comprised of experimental beats, growling guitars, and catchy pop melodies with vocals that are both dreamy and strikingly deep.
 
Album opener “Midway” is an undeniably infectious track that is broken up by a danceable, energetic pop chorus that tells a story of a relationship’s impending end. The trio effortlessly pivot to a grittier garage feel on “Shame,” which features an irresistible bass line, wailing guitar, and emotive vocals. The album’s namesake, “Psychic Reader,” is an epic cinematic track perfect for a warm summer drive with the windows rolled down. The beach-y “Fight Song” builds to an explosion of echoing howls, driving bass, and anthemic, empowering lyrics.
 
“Shame” premiered with FADER and we encourage you to post & share.
 
Bad Bad Hats are Kerry Alexander (vocals, guitar, wisdom), Chris Hoge (drums, courage), and Noah Boswell (bass, power). Bolstered by experimental touches from producer Brett Bullion (Poliça, Bon Iver), the indie rock trio take a refreshingly rebellious approach with lyrics that challenge gender conventions. With Psychic Reader, the band has created an artistically honest and widely accessible work.

Minneapolis’ indie rock trio Bad Bad Hats released their critically acclaimed debut albumPsychic Reader today via Afternoon Records.  In celebration of the highly anticipated record, the band will kick off a national fall tour, making stops in Chicago, DC, NYC, Philly and more. They will join Saddle Creek’s Mynabirds as direct support for this stint of live dates.
 
Album opener “Midway” is an undeniably infectious track that is broken up by a danceable, energetic pop chorus that tells a story of a relationship’s impending end. Taking the universally poignant subject matter to dramatic peaks, the “Midway” video premiered with PAPER Magazine today. We encourage you to post & share.
 
Psychic Reader is comprised of experimental beats, growling guitars, and catchy pop melodies that are both dreamy and strikingly deep.  Bolstered by the touches of producerBrett Bullion (Poliça), the band takes a refreshingly rebellious approach with lyrics that challenge gender conventions. Named as one of SPIN’s “Artists to Watch,” Bad Bad Hats emerges with a record that is both artistically honest and widely accessible. Catch the band’s captivating live show in a city near you!

8/14: Minneapolis, MN @ Icehouse (11pm set)
9/10: Seattle, WA @ Sunset Tavern *
9/11: Portland, OR @ Bunk Bar *
9/12: Boise, ID @ Neurolux *
9/14: Salt Lake City, UT @ Kilby Court *
9/15: Denver, CO @ Hi-Dive *
9/17: Omaha, NE @ Slowdown *
9/18: Minneapolis, MN @ 7th St Entry *
9/19: Chicago, IL @ Schubas *
9/20: Cleveland, OH @ Beachland *
9/23: Philadelphia, PA @ Boot & Saddle *
9/25: Brooklyn, NY @ Rough Trade *
9/26: Washington, DC @ U Street Music Hall *
* = Direct Support for Mynabirds

Minneapolis-natives Bad Bad Hats will release their debut full-length, Psychic Reader, onJuly 17 via Afternoon Records (Yellow Ostrich, Haley Bonar). The band previously released gritty garage single “Shame” and wistful sunset-perfect “Psychic Reader.” Revealed today by NPR, the beach-y “Fight Song” builds to an explosion of echoing howls, driving bass, and anthemic, empowering lyrics.

Check it out HERE and we encourage you to post & share.
 
Psychic Reader is comprised of experimental beats, growling guitars, and catchy pop melodies with vocals that are both dreamy and strikingly deep. Bad Bad Hats are Kerry Alexander (vocals, guitar, wisdom), Chris Hoge (drums, courage), and Noah Boswell(bass, power). Bolstered by experimental touches from producer Brett Bullion (Poliça, Bon Iver), the indie rock trio take a refreshingly rebellious approach with lyrics that challenge gender conventions. With Psychic Reader, the band has created an artistically honest and widely accessible work.

Minneapolis-natives Bad Bad Hats will release their debut full-length, Psychic Reader, on July 17 via Afternoon Records (Yellow Ostrich, Haley Bonar). The album is comprised of experimental beats, growling guitars, and catchy pop melodies with vocals that are both dreamy and strikingly deep.
 
The band previously released gritty garage single “Shame,” featuring an irresistible bass line and wailing guitar. Today, the trio shares “Psychic Reader,” an epic cinematic track perfect for a warm summer drive with the windows rolled down. Revealed by Stereogum, “Psychic Reader” is available to post & share HERE.
 
Bad Bad Hats are Kerry Alexander (vocals, guitar, wisdom), Chris Hoge (drums, courage), and Noah Boswell (bass, power). Bolstered by experimental touches from producer Brett Bullion (Poliça, Bon Iver), the indie rock trio take a refreshingly rebellious approach with lyrics that challenge gender conventions. With Psychic Reader, the band has created an artistically honest and widely accessible work.
 
The band previously released gritty garage single “Shame,” featuring an irresistible bass line and wailing guitar. Today, the trio shares “Psychic Reader,” an epic cinematic track perfect for a warm summer drive with the windows rolled down. Revealed by Stereogum, “Psychic Reader” is available to post & share HERE.
 
Bad Bad Hats are Kerry Alexander (vocals, guitar, wisdom), Chris Hoge (drums, courage), and Noah Boswell (bass, power). Bolstered by experimental touches from producer Brett Bullion (Poliça, Bon Iver), the indie rock trio take a refreshingly rebellious approach with lyrics that challenge gender conventions. With Psychic Reader, the band has created an artistically honest and widely accessible work.