Today we’d like to introduce you to Levi Humphreys.
Hi Levi, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I grew up involved in various aspects of performing. My father is an actor, and my mother had studied dance. I sung in choirs and performed in plays while in school. At 16 I picked up guitar and mandolin and played for several years in a bluegrass band. After graduating highschool in South Carolina, I continued to study music in a community college in west Texas alongside studying agriculture. When covid hit, I moved to Montana to work on a ranch full time but never quit writing, playing, and performing for anyone who would listen. I’ve spent the better part of my 20’s cowboying around the US and playing my music for any and all who will listen. I’m currently working on releasing me debut ep
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Like any endeavor there are obstacles. Working with horses changes how you see such situations. When there is something to get done, you find a way to complete the tasks. Covid Definately made playing in front of live audiences impossible, but also reminded people how much they enjoy the live music experience. At the moment my biggest challenge is learning how to release music well and promote myself as an independent artist
As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I consider both my trades (working/shoeing horses and music) art forms. I write and compose my own music as well as play lead instruments for myself and other bands. I am most proud of being able to serve the art to the fullest. Art for art sake and learning to leave the ego/self image at the door. I’m most fulfilled when I to some degree can portray truth as honestly as possible. My experiences and lifestyle have heavily influenced the way I think, write, and play. That is where I find a unique and personal voice
What sort of changes are you expecting over the next 5-10 years?
The music industry has always been notoriously volatile and unpredictable. To predict much would just be making a liar of myself. I do see a trend to support live and independent music. Investing in music as an art form and not just background to break the awkward silence in an elevator
Contact Info:
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