The Love Language is an American indie rock band from Raleigh, North Carolina, headed by Stuart McLamb.
Origin The Love Language began after frontman Stuart McLamb's first band, The Capulets, broke up. Following a breakup with his girlfriend, McLamb went on a drinking binge and then retreated to his parents' house, where he began recording a series of demos.Hot New Band: The Love Language, interview with Spin magazine These songs were originally intended to be heard only by McLamb's ex-girlfriend and a handful of friends,The Love Language, the love language at Merge Records but the demos expanded into a full recording project.The Love Language: Stu McLamb's Take on Pop, interview with Crib Notes of "Creative Loafing"
Music McLamb's first album, The Love Language, was released under Bladen County Records. Recorded entirely by McLamb, the album caught the attention of fellow North Carolina rockers, The Rosebuds, who asked The Love Language to open for them. To play live, McLamb formed a band with Kate Thompson (keyboard), Jeff Chapple (guitar), Josh Pope (bass), Tom Simpson (drums), and his brother Jordan McLamb (drums, acoustic guitar).
The Love Language was then signed to Durham-based Merge Records and released their second album Libraries in July 2010. Unlike the first album, Libraries was recorded in a traditional studio with help from producer BJ Burton.
Burton was also recruited to play guitar while touring along with Missy, Jordan, Kevin, and Justin Rodermond (bass).
Discography
Year Album details Peak chart positions US Heat 2009 The Love Language Release date: February 10, 2009 Label: Bladen County Records — 2010 Libraries Release date: September 11, 2010 Label: Merge Records 14 2013 Ruby Red Release date: July 23, 2013 Label: Merge Records —2018Baby Grand Release date: August 3, 2018 Label: Merge Records
References
External links Official website Interview with Aquarium Drunkard