Acoustic rockers to perform at New Brookland Tavern
Among the numerous country and rock performers that Columbia has welcomed this October, the city is soon to welcome one of its most unique acts. Singer and songwriter Langhorne Slim with his band, The Law, featuring drummer Malachi DeLorenzo, bassist Jeff Ratner and keyboarder David Moore, they will perform their rock ‘n’ roll songs at the New Brookland Tavern Oct. 28.
This will be one of the band’s last stops on their six-week tour around the country, performing their organic, acoustic rock favorites as well as songs from their most recent record, “The Way We Move,” which was released last year and features upbeat sounds with a unique rawness. Slim and the crew tour about once a year, which has made them love the life on the road and make it a part of their everyday lives.
“[Touring] is the only thing I’ve ever done,” Slim said. “Playing music and performing for people is what I was put on this earth to do.”
What started out as his passion, Slim has made his dreams reality by making music his career full-time. After moving to New York at the ripe age of 18, Slim spent his time performing at open mic nights, clubs and for friends, eventually meeting the rest of his band.
“I got my musical start anywhere I could,” Slim said.
His music has lead him from coast to coast, moving from the Big Apple to Southern California, to Portland, Ore., and now to Nashville, Tenn. Slim admits though that he never really feels settled in a home, constantly touring and spreading his music.
The soulful singers said he gains inspiration for his original songs from life and all that comes with it.
“I get to do what really matters to me,” Slim said. “I stay true to my emotions and find inspiration for my music.”
As a once-struggling artist who now has found much success, he encourages students and musicians to persist in what they do.
“If it’s something that you need to do, do it.” Slim said. “If you have an art or a passion, make that the biggest part of your life.”
He said he’s looking forward to returning to Columbia with his band and it ready to share his sounds with the city one more time.