Backstory:
Born out of the vibrant underground music scene of New Orleans, Valid Beggar is composed of four friends who met in college while majoring in different disciplines. Frontman and lead singer, Ethan Lawson, was studying English Literature while lead guitarist, Colin Mitchell, was majoring in Psychology. Bassist, Jared Simmons, was an Astrophysics student, and drummer, Alex Harris, was a Fine Arts major. They all shared a love for music and an affinity for late-night jam sessions in their cramped dorm room, which eventually led to the formation of their band. Inspired by their eclectic backgrounds and varied influences, they started to create a unique blend of music that captured their shared experiences, struggles, and hope.

Genre:
Indie Rock

Song Title:
“Confluence of Stars”

Full Song Lyrics:

Verse 1:
[Am]Underneath the [D]confluence of stars, [G]we found our rhythm,
[C]Lost in dreams and [Am]old guitar strings, [D]echoing our anthem.
[G]Echoes of the past, [C]strumming through the night, [Am]we held on, [D]singing till the light.

Chorus:
[G]We’re the Valid Beggar, [C]no riches in our hands,
[Am]But we got dreams enough to [D]fill the endless sands.
[G]Under the symphony of [C]stars, we strum our hearts,
[Am]Music is our gold, [D]and it sets us apart.

Verse 2:
[Am]Through the struggles, [D]through the highs, [G]our notes became our anchor,
[C]The world may see us beggars, [Am]but we knew we’re [D]valid dreamers.
[G]In every heartbreak, [C]in every joy, [Am]our music was [D]our savior.

Chorus:
[G]We’re the Valid Beggar, [C]lost in the grand design,
[Am]But we got dreams enough to [D]last beyond our time.
[G]Under the symphony of [C]stars, we strum our hearts,
[Am]Music is our gold, [D] and it sets us apart.

Testimonial:
Fan’s Name: Lucy Michaels

Lucy Michaels, a resident of New Orleans, has been following Valid Beggar since their early days. “I fell in love with their music the moment I heard them play at a local bar,” she says. “Their lyrics resonated with me. They capture everything – from the struggle of life, the joy of friendship, to the beauty of dreams. Their music is raw, real, and unapologetically them. To me, Valid Beggar is more than a band, they are a testament to the power of dreams and the strength of friendship. I am a huge fan, and I always will be.”