Georgia singer-songwriter Scott Low traveled more than 10 hours to perform in an almost empty room at The Thought Lot Thursday night.

“I don’t care that no one’s here. I love doing this,” Low said to the audience of six.

Despite Low’s anonymity, he strives to perform at bars and small venues across the country. Sometimes the only audience member is the bartender, but Low does not let that get him down. Low just released his second album, “The New Vintage,” in June and is currently touring for it.

One of the songs Low played from his new album was titled, “Angel in White.” He wrote the song for his first Valentine’s Day with his current wife. “Angel in White” talked about their wedding to come and his dreams for the future. Low’s tune is endearing as it talks about him holding his sweetheart and being her “bear.” Ironically, this happy song sounds sad with the melancholy guitar part.

Despite Low’s couple of years spent in Pennsylvania for grade school, he does not have any songs written about the Keystone State. He did, however, play one titled, “Dreamin’ Memphis Blues,” which had a jazzy feel to it and reflects on his efforts in the music industry.

“Nobody sings like Elvis anymore…I’m still learning this voice, just hoping I’ll make a mark,” Low said.

Overall, Low’s music can be described as country, indie rock and alternative. His voice resembles that of an older man like Willie Nelson. Unlike typical country singers, who only sing about blue jeans and the simplicity of summer, Low sings about his experiences and aspirations.

While many Ameriacans are turning to television shows like “House Hunters” and “Law and Order” for entertainment, Low talked about the impact of live art. To him, it is important to stop being a robot, get up off the couch and go support local art events.

“Music and art may be one of the greatest congregational factors of society that people can agree on. Like there’s all kinds of protests and riots that does the same kind of thing but it’s like the opposite,” Low said.

Though very few attended Low’s show, he was able to perform for hundreds through the use of live Facebook streaming. Throughout the show, Low directed his attention to his phone lying on the ground. It is fascinating to see how social media can be implemented in a live show, transporting people from around the world to small town Shippensburg, Pa.

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